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Munster set to embrace Pro14 final as they look to end 10-year trophy drought
Johann van Graan’s side secured their place with a narrow victory over Connacht last night. By Murray Kinsella Saturday 6 Mar 2021, 7:00 AM Mar 6th 2021, 7:00 AM 27,328 Views 34 Comments
Joey Carbery and Alex Wotton at Thomond Park last night.
Image: James Crombie/INPHO
Image: James Crombie/INPHO
IT DOESN’T TAKE a genius to point out that Munster were far from perfect last night in Thomond Park, but Johann van Graan was a justifiably happy man after the final whistle went on his side’s 20-17 win over Connacht.
By PA Sport StaffMunster will contest their first Guinness PRO14 final in four years after defeating closest challengers Connacht 20-17 at Thomond Park.Joey Carbery came off the bench to kick the match-winning 68th-minute penalty which.
Munster and Van Graan ready to embrace final feeling
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Mike Haley celebrates with Munster team-mates after his individual try against Connacht
It will be the province s first Pro14 final in four years, in which time they have lost three semi-finals, while also losing on three occasions at the same stage in the Champions Cup.
Now the South African will look to steer Munster to silverware on 27 March after edging past Connacht in what was effectively a semi-final given the league standings.
Joey Carbery came off the bench to kick the match-winning 68th-minute penalty, and despite trailing 10-7 at the interval, the hosts showed the big-game nous when it mattered, setting up a final date with either Leinster or Ulster.