Key Points
- Glasgow Warriors staged a comeback to defeat Sale Sharks 26-21 in the Investec Champions Cup at Corpacq Stadium.
- Warriors rallied from a 14-0 deficit to open their Champions Cup account with a victory on 5 December 2025.
- Glasgow Warriors face Hollywoodbets Sharks at home in their United Rugby Championship opener on 26 September 2025.
- Sale Sharks scored early tries through Ernst van Rhyn and Ollie Davies, with Rob du Preez converting.
- Concerns over Uini Atonio’s form described as ‘awful’ in recent assessments by Planet Rugby.
Glasgow (Glasgow Express) February 2, 2026 – Glasgow Warriors secured a hard-fought 26-21 victory over Sale Sharks in the Investec Champions Cup, rallying from an early 14-0 deficit to claim their first points in the competition.
The match at Corpacq Stadium saw Franco Smith’s side dominate possession after an initial setback, showcasing resilience in their European campaign opener on 5 December 2025.
Who triumphed in the Champions Cup clash?
Sale Sharks struck first with a try from Ernst van Rhyn just two minutes in, converted by Rob du Preez to lead 7-0, followed by Ollie Davies’ score at the 19-minute mark for a 14-0 advantage, according to the official Sale Sharks match report.
As reported by Scottish Rugby of scottishrugby.org, Glasgow Warriors fought back effectively, monopolising possession to overturn the deficit and secure the win, with the final scoreline reflecting their determination.
What lies ahead for Glasgow and Sharks?
Glasgow Warriors’ 2025-26 United Rugby Championship schedule kicks off with a home fixture against Hollywoodbets Sharks at Scotstoun Stadium on 26 September at 8:05pm, as detailed by The Offside Line and FloRugby.
How does the URC fixture list shape their season?
The Warriors face a demanding slate including derbies against Edinburgh, trips to South Africa, and clashes with Leinster and Munster, with strong set-piece and defensive records positioning them as contenders, per FloRugby analysis.
What is the latest on Uini Atonio?
Reports highlight ‘awful’ news surrounding prop Uini Atonio, with Planet Rugby assessing his recent performances critically amid broader team evaluations in the ‘who’s hot and who’s not’ roundup.
Sale Sharks prepare for upcoming fixtures including a home game against Harlequins on 26 December, building on their competitive showing against Glasgow, as per their official site.
