Charlie O Shea to start for Munster against Racing 92

Munster are preparing to host Racing 92 in their European Rugby Champions Cup opener at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh. Irish Examiner reported that around 25,000 spectators are expected to attend the match in Cork. The fixture marks the opening game of the tournament for both clubs. [1][12]

Fly half Charlie O Shea will make his Champions Cup debut for Munster after being selected to start at number 10, according to Irish Examiner, RugbyLAD, and The 42. Irish Examiner reported that the 20 year old received his opportunity following an injury crisis in the squad at that position. [1][9][10]

Scrum half Craig Casey backed O Shea ahead of the match, calling his rise impressive. Irish Examiner reported Casey praised O Shea for stepping up during the Under 20s World Cup before entering senior rugby. [1]

As FTMQ News reported earlier, O Shea scored two tries in October to help Munster defeat the Bulls 26 to 22 in the United Rugby Championship at Thomond Park. Cork's 96FM reported that four Munster players in total are scheduled to make their Champions Cup debuts during the upcoming match. [11][15][16]