Walsh: IRFU neglecting club game

A leading Irish coach has accused the IRFU of neglecting the club game and warned of the consequences down the line for provincial and representative teams.

Brian Walsh, a former Munster, Orrell and Ireland A centre, is coach of Cork Constitution and he has serious concerns for the wellbeing of provincial rugby, particularly in Munster, unless contracted players are given quality game time.

“The Union have no strategy for the club game and they react according as things happen,” he said.