Gaffney rallies his troops

BEATING Gloucester by three tries and 19 points at Thomond Park on Saturday next to stay in the Heineken Cup has to be the tallest order to confront a Munster side, especially one suffering more and more injuries.

Having spoken to several members of the side that under-performed so disappointingly in Perpignan on Saturday, it is perfectly clear they are aware of how much they must do against Gloucester to make amends.

People point to the Thomond Park factor and how it can inspire Munster to heroics deeds. However, home advantage will not make a whole lot of difference unless the side improves its standards against the Zurich Premiership leaders.