Furlong 'in fantastic shape' as he gets set to return for Leinster on Saturday The Wexford man is in line to feature against Scarlets this weekend. By Murray Kinsella Tuesday 26 Jan 2021, 6:00 AM Jan 26th 2021, 6:00 AM 10,363 Views 8 Comments Furlong is ready for his long-awaited comeback. Image: Billy Stickland/INPHO Image: Billy Stickland/INPHO TADHG FURLONG IS set to make his long-awaited return to the game for Leinster this weekend against Scarlets after 11 months out of action. The Wexford man last played in Ireland’s Six Nations clash with England on 23 February, 2020. He has been sidelined with back and calf issues since rugby resumed last August.