Munster development officer John O’Neill passes away

O’Neill, from Waterford, played at outside centre in Munster's 31-19 loss to Australia at Thomond Park in 1984
Munster development officer John O’Neill passes away

John O'Neill represented Ireland A and scored a try against Scotland. Picture: INPHO/Presseye/John McIlwaine

Munster Rugby development officer John O’Neill has passed away following an illness.

O’Neill, from Waterford, played at outside centre in Munster's 31-19 loss to Australia at Thomond Park in 1984, setting up the first try of the game with a kick through for Eddie O'Sullivan to score.

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