Racing 92 have paid tribute to Anthony Foley as the former Munster boss is remembered two years after his untimely passing.
The 42-year-old passed away on October 16, 2016, in Paris where Munster were due to play Racing 92 in the Champions Cup.
Dear @Munsterrugby, 2 years later, we remember your grief.
We stand by you.💙Cher @Munsterrugby, 2 ans après, nous nous souvenons de votre peine.
Nous sommes à vos côtés.La Racing Family #Axel pic.twitter.com/H8i1bzoeya
— Racing 92 (@racing92) October 16, 2018
Racing tweeted: “Dear @Munsterrugby, 2 years later, we remember your grief. We stand by you.”
The tweet was accompanied by a picture of Racing fans holding up an ‘Axel’ banner and drew a response from Ronan O’Gara, who wrote: “Superb. Bravo @racing92 . #Rugbyfamily.”
OTHER SOCIAL POSTS
Two years to the day. RIP Axel. @MunsterRugby https://t.co/7sGksgftmc
— Sky Sports Rugby (@SkySportsRugby) October 16, 2018
Two years later, we remember Anthony Foley. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Foley family today. pic.twitter.com/KqjfEHWpiK
— Shannon RFC (@Shannon_RFC) October 16, 2018
Two years after Anthony Foley tragically died too young, this tribute is still as special as the first time I watched it. Incredible work from Luke Rosier. #Axel https://t.co/KOKigFY9Cv
— Laura-Jane Jones (@MissLJJ) October 16, 2018
Two years on, it’s still hard to believe. Thoughts go to his family and friends.
Anthony Foley will be remembered for as long as rugby is played in this country. A great man, sadly missed. #SUAF pic.twitter.com/Q9wWN3KhCh
— Three Red Kings (@threeredkings) October 16, 2018
Hard to believe it is 2 years today since we lost this man💔 #anthonyfoley #ripaxel pic.twitter.com/rvgiSexBjW
— Mags Murphy (@margaretb2010) October 16, 2018