Munster say that they are ‘working and planning towards’ this Saturday’s European Champions Cup match against Glasgow.

The province have released a statement today in which it has indicated that the game at Thomond Park is likely to go ahead.

The fixture had been thrown into doubt following the tragic death of Munster head coach Anthony Foley in Paris last weekend, which led to Sunday’s game against Racing 92 being postponed.

“At an extremely difficult time, Munster Rugby could not be more grateful for the consideration and compassion shown from the wider community in the past few days and it is most appreciated at this time.” the statement read.

“Following on from Sunday’s initial statement Munster Rugby would like to additionally thank the following parties for their assistance on the day, the staff of the Novotel Suresnes Longchamp Hotel, the local police and emergency services in Paris, Ambassador Geraldine Byrne Nason and her staff at the Irish Embassy, Aer Lingus support staff at Charles de Gaulle Airport and Declan Keane and his team at the Dublin Airport Authority.”

With funeral arrangements yet to be finalised, there was some suggestion that this weekend’s match against Glasgow would also have to be rescheduled, but Munster have now indicated that they are now working towards playing the game.

The squad are following a modified schedule this week with players and management yesterday signing books of condolence at Thomond Park and at other locations across the province in memory of their colleague and friend.

Meanwhile, the British and Irish Cup clash away to Doncaster Knights has been postponed with a rescheduled date to be announced in due course.

In explaining the decision further Munster A Head Coach Peter Malone said, “With the Munster A squad featuring a number of senior players, planning for an away fixture would not be suitable at this point in time. We thank Doncaster Knights and the B&I Cup for facilitating our request in light of the exceptional circumstances.”