Ford boots Sale to opening-day win over Harlequins

In a thrilling opening round of the Premiership Rugby season, Sale Sharks secured a stunning victory over Harlequins thanks to the boot of star fly-half, George Ford.

Ford was in scintillating form, slotting over six penalties and a conversion to lead his team to victory in front of a raucous home crowd at the AJ Bell Stadium.

The England international’s accuracy from the tee proved to be the difference between the two sides as Sale edged out Harlequins in a hard-fought contest.

Despite Harlequins’ best efforts, they were unable to contain Ford’s kicking prowess, and ultimately fell short in their bid to secure an opening-day win.

The victory marks a strong start to the season for Sale, who will be looking to build on this impressive performance and push for a place in the playoffs.

Harlequins, on the other hand, will be disappointed with the result but will take heart from their spirited display and look to bounce back in their next fixture.

Overall, it was a memorable opening-day clash that showcased the skill and determination of both teams, with Ford’s heroics rightfully taking center stage.

As the season progresses, Sale will no doubt be hoping that Ford can continue to deliver match-winning performances and lead them to further success on the pitch.

With the opening-day victory under their belts, Sale Sharks are now setting their sights on further glory in the Premiership Rugby season ahead.