Moss Keane passes away

Munster and Ireland rugby legend Moss Keane has passed away at the age of 62.

Tue, 05 Oct, 2010 - 11:22

Munster and Ireland rugby legend Moss Keane has passed away at the age of 62.

A native of Currow, Co Kerry, Keane was a member of the Munster team that defeated New Zealand in the famous victory at Thomond Park in 1978.

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