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As Harlequin FC prepares to host Sale Sharks in the European Rugby Champions Cup on April 4, 2026, both teams will be eager to improve upon their recent form. Harlequins have secured victories in 2 of their last 5 matches, showcasing moments of offensive creativity and solid defensive organization. Their home advantage at The Stoop is expected to bolster their performance, particularly against an underperforming Sale Sharks side.
Sale Sharks have struggled significantly, winning just 1 of their last 5 matches. This inconsistency may reflect issues in both their attacking cohesion and defensive solidity, which will need addressing if they aim to challenge a formidable Harlequins outfit. The bookmakers’ odds reflect this disparity, with Harlequins favored at 1.69 compared to Sale Sharks at 2.25.
According to statistical models, Harlequins carry a 56.8% probability of winning, while Sale Sharks stand at a 39.6% chance, with a draw at a mere 4.1%. Given the tactical strengths displayed by Harlequins at home and Sale’s recent struggles, this match appears set up for a competitive encounter. However, in rugby, outcomes can be unpredictable, making every game a unique challenge.
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| Harlequins 55.4% |
Draw 4.3% |
Sale Sharks 40.2% |
Outrights of European Rugby Champions Cup Harlequins: 1.15% Sale Sharks: 0.61%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1.65 | 23 | 2.26 | |
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1.67 | 21 | 2.25 | |
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1.71 | 20.11 | 2.27 |
Latest Results
| 28.03.26 Bristol Rugby – Harlequin FC – 14:18 21.03.26 Harlequin FC – Gloucester Rugby – 19:26 28.02.26 Harlequin FC – Newcastle Red Bulls – 35:14 21.02.26 Leicester Tigers – Harlequin FC – 33:27 13.02.26 Harlequin FC – Northampton Saints – 24:40 |
29.03.26 Sale Sharks – Bath Rugby – 26:31 21.03.26 Exeter Chiefs – Sale Sharks – 26:14 28.02.26 Bristol Rugby – Sale Sharks – 36:41 20.02.26 Gloucester Rugby – Sale Sharks – 43:17 08.02.26 Sale Sharks – Bath Rugby – 19:60 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 26.12.25 Sale Sharks – Harlequin FC – 43:17 19.04.25 Harlequin FC – Sale Sharks – 29:43 22.09.24 Sale Sharks – Harlequin FC – 12:11 21.04.24 Sale Sharks – Harlequin FC – 37:31 01.12.23 Harlequin FC – Sale Sharks – 36:3 |
Standings
Main
Group 1
| Pl | W | D | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Glasgow Warriors | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 115:66 | 20 |
| 2 | Stade Toulousain | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 168:74 | 12 |
| 3 | Sale Sharks | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 89:127 | 11 |
| 4 | Saracens | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 93:80 | 10 |
| 5 | Sharks | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 107:117 | 10 |
| 6 | Clermont | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 57:165 | 0 |
Group 2
| Pl | W | D | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Bath | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 180:89 | 16 |
| 2 | RC Toulonnais | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 123:106 | 14 |
| 3 | Castres Olympique | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 98:106 | 10 |
| 4 | Edinburgh | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 69:140 | 10 |
| 5 | Munster | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 99:101 | 8 |
| 6 | Gloucester | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 75:102 | 6 |
Group 3
| Pl | W | D | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Leinster | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 115:80 | 18 |
| 2 | Harlequins | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 184:86 | 15 |
| 3 | Stormers | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 117:125 | 14 |
| 4 | Leicester Tigers | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 118:115 | 6 |
| 5 | Stade Rochelais | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 101:114 | 6 |
| 6 | Aviron Bayonnais | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 58:173 | 0 |
Group 4
| Pl | W | D | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Bordeaux Begles | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 173:97 | 20 |
| 2 | Northampton Saints | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 156:110 | 16 |
| 3 | Bristol | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 154:104 | 14 |
| 4 | Bulls | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 113:181 | 7 |
| 5 | Section Paloise | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 110:160 | 6 |
| 6 | Scarlets | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 103:157 | 3 |
European Rugby Champions Cup Outrights
1. Bordeaux Begles: 3.75 (20.53%)
2. Leinster: 4 (19.24%)
3. Stade Toulousain: 4.33 (17.78%)
4. Glasgow Warriors: 6 (12.83%)
5. Bath: 6 (12.83%)
6. Northampton Saints: 17 (4.53%)
7. RC Toulonnais: 26 (2.96%)
8. Stormers: 29 (2.65%)
9. Saracens: 41 (1.88%)
10. Harlequins: 67 (1.15%)
11. Blue Bulls: 67 (1.15%)
12. Bristol Bears: 81 (0.95%)
13. Sale Sharks: 126 (0.61%)
14. Leicester Tigers: 251 (0.31%)
15. Castres Olympique: 251 (0.31%)
16. Edinburgh: 251 (0.31%)
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