This has come out of the blue.
Munster’s Champions Cup game with Racing 92 has been postponed after the awful news of Anthony Foley’s passing last night.
The Munster coach, 42, passed away at the team’s hotel in Paris and has left the squad, and his family, in a state of shock.
Very sad news: Anthony Foley has died overnight RIP @munsterrugby https://t.co/ctzCdPEDcj pic.twitter.com/SZtfOqxM9h
— Irish Rugby (@IrishRugby) October 16, 2016
A statement from the IRFU reads:
“It is with deep regret that the Irish Rugby Football Union and Munster Rugby must advise of the passing overnight of Munster Rugby head coach Anthony Foley, at the team hotel in Paris.
Munster Rugby management are liaising directly with Anthony’s family and will provide them with any assistance and support required. The IRFU and Munster Rugby pass on our deepest sympathies to all of Anthony’s family and friends and ask for privacy for the family at this sad time.
“As a mark of respect to Anthony and his family and and to support players, management and staff, Muster Rugby have requested that today’s match against Racing 92 be rescheduled.
“Munster Rugby thank Racing 92, EPCR, broadcasters and partners, and the many fans who travelled to Paris for their understanding and support at this time.”
An absolute tragedy.
