European Cup: Tension mounts as Munster fans gather in Lille

Thousands of Irish rugby fans have gathered in Northern France ahead of today’s Heineken European Cup Semi-Final in Lille.

Munster are facing a tough assignment against tournament favourites, Stade Francais.

The Irish side welcome back David Wallace and Peter Stringer after injury and the inclusion of two full Irish Internationals is sure to be a major boost to the team.