Sale 34 Newcastle 28, match report: Mark Cueto marks final home appearance with fitting try

Mark Cueto may have never scored an easier try, but his 90th in the Premiership was a fitting end to a special day for Sale’s model professional.

Cueto marked his final home appearance by scoring Sale’s second try in a bonus-point win which keeps alive slender hopes of yet qualifying for the European Champions Cup next season.

The former England wing maintained his high standards until he was replaced six minutes from time when he was given a standing ovation.

The applause from Sale’s small but loyal band of fans was in appreciation of a career in which the 35‑year-old won 55 England …