IRFU expect some coronavirus cases once provinces return to training

Dr Rod McLoughlin stated that the majority of players are eager to return to work but that there may be a small minority who harbour concerns. Photo: INPHO/Ryan Byrne

The IRFU's chief medical officer is anticipating a “small number of Covid-19 cases” among the four provincial professional squads, their coaches, and support staff as they return to training in the coming weeks.