Carney in line for Ireland’s World Cup challenge

MUNSTER winger Brian Carney could play for Ireland in November’s Rugby League World Cup Finals in Australia.

Carney made his name in league with the likes of Wigan in England and Australian NRL side, Newcastle Knights, and also played for Great Britain. The Cork-born star switched codes last season, joining Munster on a two-year deal in March 2007, and made an immediate impact, but has struggled this season to nail down a permanent spot with his new team.

However, Rugby League Ireland yesterday stated they will be making no approach to Carney while Munster’s involvement in the Heineken Cup continues.