Stander primed to lead the charge

Munster and Ireland backrower CJ Stander takes on the Leinster defence recentlyCredit: Getty Images

Munster v Glasgow
Sky Sports 3, 1pm
Thomond Park will be awash with emotion as Munster run out to face Glasgow barely 24 hours after the funeral of their coach and legendary figure Anthony Foley.

Foley’s sudden death last weekend caused Munster’s opening pool one fixture at Racing 92 to be postponed so they go into today’s home match rusty while Glasgow have a hugely impressive 42-13 win over Leicester under their belts.

But it’s hard to believe Munster will do anything but come out firing and this has the potential to be a high-quality contest and fitting tribute.

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Graham WoodsRacing Post Sport

Published on 21 October 2016inRugby Union tips

Last updated 19:18, 21 October 2016

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