Another backs to the wall European test for Munster

The absences of Joey Carbery and Peter O'Mahony have added yet another dose of adversity

Peter O'Mahony has been ruled out through injury. Mandatory Credit ©INPHO/Evan Treacy

Was there ever an important European away day when Munster’s backs weren’t against the wall? The memory does funny things when it comes to the Red Army and the Heineken Cup.

But though there were undoubtedly straightforward and successful visits overseas, today’s trip to Sandy Park in Exeter will definitely not constitute one of those if Johann van Graan’s side are to take a significant step towards the quarter-finals.