{"id":326629,"date":"2025-12-20T15:10:19","date_gmt":"2025-12-20T15:10:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/326629\/"},"modified":"2025-12-20T15:10:19","modified_gmt":"2025-12-20T15:10:19","slug":"team-news-sale-sharks-women-vs-saracens-women-pwr-r8","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/326629\/","title":{"rendered":"TEAM NEWS | Sale Sharks Women Vs Saracens Women (PWR R8)"},"content":{"rendered":"

\t\t\tJulia Omokhuale is determined to bring the opening block of the season to a powerful close as Saracens travel north to face Sale Sharks in their final fixture of 2025.<\/p>\n

The Canadian international is anticipating a stern examination in Salford, with Saracens aiming to extend their winning run to seven consecutive PWR victories and retain their place at the summit of the league table heading into the festive break.<\/p>\n

Director of Rugby Alex Austerberry has made a handful of changes to the side that delivered an impressive victory over Exeter Chiefs in the South West last weekend. Two of those adjustments come in the front row, where Liz Crake and Bryony Field pack down alongside Donna Rose, who continues after crossing the whitewash against the Chiefs. Rosie Galligan and Louise McMillan are retained in the engine room, the latter rewarded after scoring a crucial try at Sandy Park.<\/p>\n

The back row remains unchanged following a dominant performance last time out. Georgia Evans keeps her place after being named Built for Athletes Player of the Match against Exeter, with Omokhuale continuing at openside and Marlie Packer completing the pack at number eight.<\/p>\n

Olivia Apps and Zoe Harrison once again combine at scrum-half and fly-half respectively, providing continuity and control at the heart of the side. In midfield, Sophie Bridger and Sydney Gregson are both retained, while the wing pairing remains intact. American international Lotte Sharp is set to line up against familiar opposition, with fellow international Alysha Corrigan representing Canada on the opposite flank. Jemma-Jo Linkins continues at full-back after impressing against Exeter, having been drafted into the starting XV at late notice.<\/p>\n

There is further strength in reserve, with Poppy Cleall and Jess Breach both returning to the matchday squad after missing the Exeter fixture. The pair will be eager to make their mark from the bench in Salford.<\/p>\n

Looking ahead to the challenge, Omokhuale is under no illusions about the task awaiting Saracens on Sunday.<\/p>\n

\u201cSale have proven to be a tough team to beat, especially on home soil,\u201d she said. \u201cIf we want to finish this opening block in the best possible position, we know we\u2019ll need to be at our very best. The team have prepared well, and we\u2019re excited to see what we can do and to empty the tank before the Christmas break.\u201d<\/p>\n

Saracens Women’s team to play Sale Sharks Women:
1. Liz Crake
2. \u2060Bryony Field
3. \u2060Donna Rose
4. \u2060Rosie Galligan
5. \u2060Louise McMillan
6. \u2060Georgia Evans
7. \u2060Julia Omokhuale
8. \u2060Marlie Packer
9. \u2060Olivia Apps
10. \u2060Zoe Harrison
11. \u2060Lotte Sharp
12. \u2060Sophie Bridger
13. \u2060Sydney Gregson
14. \u2060Alysha Corrigan
15. \u2060Jemma-Jo Linkins<\/p>\n

Replacements:<\/p>\n

16. \u2060May Campbell
17. \u2060Kelsey Clifford
18. \u2060Carmen Tremelling
19. \u2060Gabrielle Senft
20. \u2060Poppy Cleall
21. \u2060Tori Sellors
22. \u2060Emma Hardy
23. \u2060Jess Breach<\/p>\n

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