Heroic Munster crowned champions

Biarritz 19 Munster 23

Sat, 20 May, 2006 - 18:06

Biarritz 19 Munster 23

Magnificent Munster finally made it mission accomplished as they were crowned European champions after a stirring victory over French champions Biarritz at the Millennium Stadium.

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