Squad Update | Munster Prepare For Exeter At Sandy Park
12th December 2023 By The Editor
The Munster squad are preparing at the HPC ahead of Sunday’s Champions Cup round two clash against Exeter Chiefs at Sandy Park (1pm).
On the injury front, Seán O’Brien has begun the graduated return to play protocols after being removed for a HIA on Saturday and his availability will be determined later in the week.
Simon Zebo (knee/illness), Patrick Campbell (ankle), Shane Daly (ankle), Peter O’Mahony (shoulder), Diarmuid Barron (neck), Oli Jager (leg) and Academy lock Edwin Edogbo (neck) will all take part in modified training this week and their respective availability will be determined later this week.
Continuing to rehab: Jean Kleyn (eye), Jack Daly (ankle), Liam Coombes (shoulder), RG Snyman (chest/shoulder), Joey Carbery (wrist), Roman Salanoa (knee), Mike Haley (hip), Cian Hurley (ankle/achilles), Niall Scannell (groin).
There were three Munster players in AIL action for their clubs at the weekend.
In Division 1A, Chris Moore helped Young Munster to a 16-13 victory over Ballynahinch.
In Division 1B, Jack O’Sullivan lined out for UCC as they were beaten 38-29 by Naas.
In Division 2A, Evan O’Connell featured for UL Bohemian as they won 17-10 away to Navan.
Upcoming Home Games
URC Round 8: Tuesday, December 26
Munster v Leinster, Thomond Park, 7.35pm; SOLD OUT
Champions Cup Round 4: Saturday, January 20
Munster Rugby v Northampton Saints, Thomond Park, 5.30pm; Buy tickets here
Saturday, February 3
Munster Rugby v Crusaders, Páirc Uí Chaoimh, 5pm; SOLD OUT
URC Round 11: Friday, March 1
Munster v Zebre Parma, Musgrave Park, 7.35pm; Buy tickets here
URC Round 13: Saturday, March 30
Munster v Cardiff Rugby, Thomond Park, 7.35pm; Buy tickets here
URC Round 16: Saturday, May 11
Munster v Connacht, Thomond Park, 5.15pm; Buy tickets here
URC Round 18: Saturday, June 1
Munster v Ulster, Thomond Park, 5.15pm; Buy tickets here