Press Pass | Zebre v Munster

25th September 2024 By The Editor

Hear from Munster Forwards Coach Andi Kyriacou and back-row John Hodnett ahead of Saturday’s Round 2 URC fixture against Zebre Parma in Italy, 3pm kick-off.

Kyriacou reflects on the exciting opening fixture against Connacht at Thomond Park, preparations for Zebre, Jean Kleyn’s return from injury and the Emerging Ireland Squad announcement.

Speaking about Connacht:

“At home we saw at the start of last season how hard they come out against teams early in the season, we understand the challenge that’s ahead of us this week.

“They’re quick, they’re a little less structured than we are used to. They can throw the ball around, they have a good kicking game, their back three are electric and take opportunities off turnover balls.

“If we are being loose with the ball in possession they will capitalise. We have to be really strict in the way we are trying to play the game, respect the game, and bring huge physicality for the 80 minutes”.

Read this week’s squad update here. The Munster team will be named at 12pm on Friday.