Alan Quinlan admitted he was proud to be part of the Munster side which won the Heineken Cup for the second time in the province's history.

Declan Kidney's side won the trophy for the first time in 2006 and lifted the trophy again with a 16-13 victory over Toulouse at the Millennium Stadium.

And the 33-year-old back row thanked the wealth of support he received from family, backroom staff and supporters which inspired the players to victory.

"I feel really proud to have won this and we owe a huge amount to the support we have had," Quinlan said afterwards.

"It's amazing to win it again. The supporters here gave us a massive lift. There are a lot of sore bodies but it was worth it.

"Toulouse had us on the rack in the first 15 minutes. We have a massive squad who have all contributed and those lucky enough to be involved and the backroom staff have put in a lot of work in.

"It's a great achievement to represent Ireland and do it in front of these supporters is unbelievable and I'm lucky to be part of this achievement.

Munster captain Paul O'Connell added: "I think it is more satisfying than last time.

"We have an incredible bunch of people and you feel a pressure when you wear the jersey which is so special to all of us.

"It was tough campaign and it it just incredible. We have shown bottle and courage and great mental strength today."