Cov Rugby Beaten

Last updated : 20 November 2009 By Covsupport News Service/JD

Coventry Rugby Club were beaten 13-20 by Munster in a British\ Irish Cup match.

At the Butts Park Arena tonight in front of a crowd of 2206, Munster led 15-3 at the break with tries from Duncan Williams (3 mins), James Coughlan (14 mins) and Tom Gleeson (38 mins) whilst Joe Carlisle converted a 28th minute penalty for Coventry.

In the second half, Phil Maynard's side were a lot better, scoring tries through Replacements Scott Roberts (64th minute) and Joe Merrigan (80th minute) after Ian Nagle had put the visitors further in front in the 42nd minute.

Next Friday night, Coventry are at home to Heriots RC in their second British/ Irish Cup match. Kick off at the Butts Park Arena is at 7.45pm.

Picture courtesy of Kerin Sohanta