Gaffney's tough decision means Payne for Horgan

SHAUN PAYNE has been given a licence to roam by Munster coach Alan Gaffney in today's Heineken Cup quarter-final clash at Thomond Park.

Gaffney took a tough decision yesterday to drop Anthony Horgan on the left wing, but insisted it was the right one.

"It was hard because Anthony has been a great servant and is a quality player. I just felt that Shaun's current form had to be rewarded. He has played brilliantly this season, whether as a full back or wing, and he is also capable of lining out in the centre. He just gives us a few more options at this point in time."