Rugby

Munster survive red card and Northampton onslaught to hold on for important win

Gavin Coombes scores two tries as Jack O’Donoghue is sent off in first half for dangerous tackle

Munster's Niall Scannell celebrates at the end of the match after beating Northampton. Photograph: Brian Lawless/PA Wire
Munster's Niall Scannell celebrates at the end of the match after beating Northampton. Photograph: Brian Lawless/PA Wire
Gerry Thornley at Thomond Park
Sat Jan 14 2023 - 18:20 • 5 MIN READ

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