De Klerk clears

James kicks off

A fiery first half sees Sale lead by just the 3 points. A yellow and red card to La Rochelle, should have seen Sale put this game to bed but they failed to capitalize. They have a 2 man advantage for 5 minutes and will play against 14 men for the rest of the game. Sale need to regroup and turn that advantage count. La Rochelle started slow but gained momentum after scoring but they have been their own worst enemy. We should have a very interesting 2nd half

Penalties conceded:
Sale Sharks 3 - 11 La Rochelle

Sale send it wide quickly before R Du Preez gets tackled around the neck. MacGinty opts for the shot

Another scrum penalty to Sale. Referee may have to bring another card out. Another scrum called

Bourgarit is sent off for eye gouging