Foley: We want to win and move on

ANTHONY FOLEY has been parading his talents at Thomond Park since he was a schoolboy at St Munchin’s. Over the years, he has enjoyed great times there with Munster and Shannon.

Nobody has more regard for the tradition of the place, but the Munster captain is adamant they just can’t turn up tomorrow and expect the ground and its legendary fans to work their magic again.

“Thomond Park in itself hasn’t won matches for us and never will,” acknowledged the 31-year-old veteran of 63 Heineken Cup appearances (a record by eight). “It’s all about making sure the atmosphere is right and intimidating for the opposition. When we get out on the pitch, it gives you that lift, the hairs rise on the back of your neck and it makes you run that bit faster and stronger.