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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

RIP...

Totally shocked here!

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By *j47Man
over a year ago

limerick

Haven't heard any news today

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Haven't heard any news today "

He died during the night at the team hotel.

How sad!

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By *lowlearnerMan
over a year ago

Dublin

What????

Oh My God!!!!

May he rest in peace, that is a seismic shock....

His poor family

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Just saw it there...jesus that's shocking

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By *hocko87Man
over a year ago

dublin

He's dead fuck sake he could not b that old rip Anthony Foley

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"He's dead fuck sake he could not b that old rip Anthony Foley "

42 and an absolute gent and legend

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By *j47Man
over a year ago

limerick

Awe JAYUS a legend in his own time rip

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

Munster legend and a nice guy to boot!

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By *onguetwister28Man
over a year ago

cork

Just saw it there, awful news, Munster legend, R.I.P

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By *lowlearnerMan
over a year ago

Dublin

42

taken so young

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Just read this so very sad and shocking news

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By *elfastDMan
over a year ago

belfast

Shocked

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By *hocko87Man
over a year ago

dublin

Far to many young people are dying these days , he was in his prime

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

very sad..didn't think he was the best manager all the same

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

OMG that is awful & sad news to hear - RIP

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Shocking news , rip x

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By *etmebeurfantasyWoman
over a year ago

My town

Aww Jesus .

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By *irty MurtyMan
over a year ago

my place

Terrible news a true Munster and Ireland rugby legend

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


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very sad..didn't think he was the best manager all the same "

I don't recall anyone saying he was.

Let's keep it positive and respectful, thanks

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

RIP

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I havnt stopped crying since hearing the news.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


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very sad..didn't think he was the best manager all the same "

Irrelevant

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"

very sad..didn't think he was the best manager all the same

I don't recall anyone saying he was.

Let's keep it positive and respectful, thanks "

nor did I recall anybody saying he wasn't..its just my opinion..you don't like it then just ignore it..I bid you a peaceful and loving sunday

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"I havnt stopped crying since hearing the news."

Same x

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By *andyrackkyMan
over a year ago

South

Another good guy gone way too early! RIP

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By *kcoupleCouple
over a year ago

.....

Jesus that's devastating news. Only 42, puts a lot of things into perspective

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By *ittleman300Man
over a year ago

tralee

Unbelievable, Rip,Munster legend

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By *oxer22Man
over a year ago

limerick

RIP Axel, a legend in your own lifetime

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Shocked RIP Axel

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

In total shock about this. Poor man, taken far far far too young.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Very sad news ..thoughts with his poor family and team mates xx Sad day for rugby ..

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Can't believe it ...

42 !!!

So so young .

Munster legend.

R.I.P

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By *layful40Man
over a year ago

Portlaoise

Shocking news, couldn't believe it when I heard.

RIP

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"

very sad..didn't think he was the best manager all the same

I don't recall anyone saying he was.

Let's keep it positive and respectful, thanks "

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

He is a gentleman, feel so bad for his family and Munster.

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By *andaCouple
over a year ago

co down

So sad for his family and the whole rugby world. A true legend. RIP

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm stunned...

Awful news!

Thinking about his poor family at this shocking time

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By *ockyXMan
over a year ago

Rathmines

RIP anthony foley im shocked

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I havnt stopped crying since hearing the news.

Same x"

Know him and his wife, his 2 boys and all his family personally. Devestating stuff. I can't believe it.

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By *ilk_manMan
over a year ago

dublin


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very sad..didn't think he was the best manager all the same "

Living up to your name.

RIP Axel a genuine legend. His family are steeped in sport. Both his father and sister played for Ireland too and his sister also swam the channel.

He leaves a young family, sometimes life is cruel.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Tragic news RIP

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Rip Axel,a true legend, on and off the pitch,all of Leinster is heart broken also,our thoughts are with you Munster,and his family,

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"

very sad..didn't think he was the best manager all the same

Living up to your name.

RIP Axel a genuine legend. His family are steeped in sport. Both his father and sister played for Ireland too and his sister also swam the channel.

He leaves a young family, sometimes life is cruel."

I questioned the mans ability as a manager not the man himself..Munster were pretty ruthless when it came to rob penny..foley in particular learned everything he possibly could from penny then penny got sacked..bit of a coincidence dont you think anyway very sad to hear he passed

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


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very sad..didn't think he was the best manager all the same

Living up to your name.

RIP Axel a genuine legend. His family are steeped in sport. Both his father and sister played for Ireland too and his sister also swam the channel.

He leaves a young family, sometimes life is cruel.

I questioned the mans ability as a manager not the man himself..Munster were pretty ruthless when it came to rob penny..foley in particular learned everything he possibly could from penny then penny got sacked..bit of a coincidence dont you think anyway very sad to hear he passed "

Clearly this isn't a thread about managerial tactics and the likes, so can we leave that there? Thanks!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


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very sad..didn't think he was the best manager all the same

Living up to your name.

RIP Axel a genuine legend. His family are steeped in sport. Both his father and sister played for Ireland too and his sister also swam the channel.

He leaves a young family, sometimes life is cruel.

I questioned the mans ability as a manager not the man himself..Munster were pretty ruthless when it came to rob penny..foley in particular learned everything he possibly could from penny then penny got sacked..bit of a coincidence dont you think anyway very sad to hear he passed

Clearly this isn't a thread about managerial tactics and the likes, so can we leave that there? Thanks! "

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Terrible. His poor family.

Tells us all to live everyday and not let petty matters or people bother us.

Had he been unwell I wonder?

R I P

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Terrible. His poor family.

Tells us all to live everyday and not let petty matters or people bother us.

Had he been unwell I wonder?

R I P"

Early reports from Limerick are saying it's a heart attack.

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By *-4pleasureCouple
over a year ago

Belfast


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very sad..didn't think he was the best manager all the same "

Crass

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Terrible. His poor family.

Tells us all to live everyday and not let petty matters or people bother us.

Had he been unwell I wonder?

R I P

Early reports from Limerick are saying it's a heart attack.

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Wasn't unwell as far as I'm aware. Was only at mick galweys 50th last weekend. Friends of mine were with his wife yesterday at their home and nothing was wrong.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

He is from Clare though not limerick. Munster nonetheless.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"He is from Clare though not limerick. Munster nonetheless. "

Done a lot of work locally training the young lads in our area Rox

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By *arkmc3555Man
over a year ago

Galway

Totally shocked. So hard to believe this news

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By *iamonddave84Man
over a year ago

Hereford

Saw this on the European rugby coverage but no mention of it on sky sports news had he been suffering from illness??

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Terrible. His poor family.

Tells us all to live everyday and not let petty matters or people bother us.

Had he been unwell I wonder?

R I P

Early reports from Limerick are saying it's a heart attack.

Wasn't unwell as far as I'm aware. Was only at mick galweys 50th last weekend. Friends of mine were with his wife yesterday at their home and nothing was wrong."

You're right, he wasn't unwell, it's just been confirmed by a very reliable source.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Respected and loved across all of ireland. For what he has done on and off the pitch we salute you Axel. Rest in peace.

An ulster man

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"RIP...

Totally shocked here!"

A credit to his county, his provence and his country. Sad,sad loss for his poor family and his many followers & friends.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

He wasn't unwell it's a complete shock to the family, he was out coaching the young kids on Thursday evening, it's rumoured it's a suspected heart attack nothing has been confirmed....

Family and friends are completely shocked.

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By *heoldhippyMan
over a year ago

Midleton

Shocking! We can truly say that we will not see his likes again. RIP.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Tragic day for Ireland R.I.P Anthony foley ...

His poor family ..

Far to young

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By *earlaitCouple
over a year ago

dublin

Totally shocked here too Boldgirl -- An absolute legend for both Ireland and his beloved Munster-- a massive loss to the entire rugby world -- RIP Axel

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By *otLips 69Woman
over a year ago

Here or There

Shocked! 42 years old, his poor family. RIP.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

An awful tragedy. His poor family. He's a huge loss to anyone who knew him. Used to love watching munster when he was playing. Was an inspirational leader and captain. Rip axel

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

Tomorrow's "wear your Munster colours" day as a mark for respect.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Rest in peace Axel.

Many a drinks will be had in the lemon and duke on saturday.

Guys anyone about saturday night in dublin he lemon and duke are having tribute fundraiser for family for him.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Rest in peace Axel.

Many a drinks will be had in the lemon and duke on saturday.

Guys anyone about saturday night in dublin he lemon and duke are having tribute fundraiser for family for him. "

that's lovely!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Axel, friends for life.

sean south of garryowen'

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

Wearing my Munster colours in Mayo

Anyone else?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

RIP...

What a man

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By *heDevilsownMan
over a year ago

Go West

Very sad

Another poor soul gone too early

Poor family

R.i.P

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Legend of a beautiful game R.I.P

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Wearing my Munster colours in Mayo

Anyone else?"

a lot of the kids here in Shannon are gone into school in their jerseys.. My son has the Munster flag out his window ..taking them to Thomand park this evening..

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

So sad. May he RIP

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Wearing my Munster colours in Mayo

Anyone else?a lot of the kids here in Shannon are gone into school in their jerseys.. My son has the Munster flag out his window ..taking them to Thomand park this evening.."

That's lovely. I've seen quite a few Munster jerseys around Mayo today.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Wearing my Munster colours in Mayo

Anyone else?a lot of the kids here in Shannon are gone into school in their jerseys.. My son has the Munster flag out his window ..taking them to Thomand park this evening..

That's lovely. I've seen quite a few Munster jerseys around Mayo today. "

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Funeral is Thursday and Friday ..Hope there's a sea of red jerseys and a great send off for him xxx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Funeral is Thursday and Friday ..Hope there's a sea of red jerseys and a great send off for him xxx"

Friday is family and friends only. Thursday is open alright.

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By *ndrowrockMan
over a year ago

cc

True gent. Played against him twice. He beat me up good but was first to shake his had after the match. Gave me plenty of training tips. Huge loss to all the young rugby lads who will miss out. X

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Funeral is Thursday and Friday ..Hope there's a sea of red jerseys and a great send off for him xxx"

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