Andy Farrell
Andy Farrell is the head coach of the Ireland rugby team.
Notable Quotes
"It's always a special occasion when you give one person a debut, never mind four."View Story →
"I would say relief more than pleased."View Story →
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Ireland genuinely believe they can beat us - Rennie
New Zealand head coach Dave Rennie says his side is "well aware of Ireland's ability" as the two teams prepare to meet in Saturday's Nations Championship match in Auckland.
July 13, 2026Ireland hold off spirited Japan for bonus-point win
Sean Jansen marks his international debut with a try as a much-changed Ireland wore Japan to make it two bonus-point wins from two in the Nations Championship.
July 11, 2026First-time captain Beirne expects high-tempo Japan duel
Tadhg Beirne says he is looking forward to a "special, special moment" when he captains Ireland for the first time in Saturday's Nations Championship game against Japan.
July 10, 2026Four set for debuts as Ireland make nine changes
Four players are set to make their debuts for a much-changed Ireland side in Saturday's Nations Championship game against Japan.
July 9, 2026Ireland deny Wallabies after nail-biting finish
Replacement Australia fly-half Ben Donaldson misses a last-gasp penalty as Ireland claim a comeback bonus-point win in an enthralling Nations Championship contest in Sydney.
July 4, 2026Versatile Osborne gets chance to prove wing credentials
With Tommy O'Brien injured and James Lowe having left Ireland, Andy Farrell has given Jamie Osborne the chance to prove his worth as a Test winger.
July 2, 2026Prendergast starts as Osborne makes wing switch for Ireland
Sam Prendergast's strong end to the season with Leinster earns him a recall to the Ireland starting team for Saturday's Nations Championship opener against Australia in Sydney.
July 2, 2026No further injuries for Ireland before Wallabies opener
Forwards coach Paul O'Connell says Ireland have no further injury concerns before next week's Nations Championship opener against Australia in Sydney.
June 27, 2026Who are the three uncapped players in Ireland squad?
BBC Sport NI assesses the credentials of the three uncapped players named by Ireland head coach Andy Farrell in his squad for the upcoming Nations Championship fixtures.
June 18, 2026'Wonderfully different' Pollock ready to fire up England
"Wonderfully different" Henry Pollock will start his first England Test in Saturday's must-win Six Nations game against Ireland.
February 20, 2026