Munster coach Anthony Foley dies at 42

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Munster have announced the death of their head coach Anthony Foley at the age of 42.

Foley died overnight at the team's hotel in Paris.

Munster's Champions Cup match with Racing 92, originally scheduled for Sunday afternoon, has been postponed.

It is with great sadness that we bid farewell to our coach, former captain, colleague and friend today, rest in peace Anthony Foley.

— Munster Rugby (@Munsterrugby) October 16, 2016

"It is with deep regret that the Irish Rugby Football Union and Munster Rugby must advise of the passing overnight of Munster Rugby head coach Anthony Foley, at the team hotel in Paris," the Munster statement read.

"Munster Rugby management are liaising directly with Anthony's family and will provide them with any assistance and support required.

"The IRFU and Munster Rugby pass on our deepest sympathies to all of Anthony's family and friends and ask for privacy for the family at this sad time.

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Munster coach Anthony Foley dies at 42