Andy Farrell says Ireland future talks are near

Andy Farrell says discussions over his long-term future as Ireland head coach are expected soon after another strong Six Nations campaign that ended with a Triple Crown but not the title.

Ireland beat Scotland 43-21 in Dublin, but France’s dramatic 48-46 win over England later meant Farrell’s side finished second in the table.

Andy Farrell Ireland Future Talks Nearing

Farrell, who has been in charge since 2019, is under contract with the IRFU until the end of the 2027 Rugby World Cup.

Speaking after Ireland’s final-round win, he said conversations with the union about what comes next are not far away. He also made clear that he remains deeply committed to the role, saying there are several issues still to be discussed before any decision is made on his future beyond the current deal.

"I will have a conversation (with the IRFU), we’ve already spoken about having a conversation," said Farrell.

"That won’t be too far away, so we’ll see how that goes.

"You know that I love this. There’s all sorts of stuff that needs to be talked about, I’ve no doubt."

Ireland Six Nations Campaign Ends With Triple Crown

Ireland finished the championship with four wins from five matches, recovering well after the opening loss to France. The closing victory over Scotland secured a fourth Triple Crown in five years and gave Farrell another major achievement with the national team, even though France ultimately retained the championship later in the day.

Farrell described the Scotland win as one of Ireland’s best performances of the campaign, alongside the record 42-21 away victory over England earlier in the tournament.

"They’re both special," he added. "That’s having to do with when a trophy’s on the line, and that’s the type of experience that you want for the group.

"Scotland were never going to go away because they’re a top side and they played really well.

“How we kept going after the game, rather than just going into our shells and trying to hold on to a lead (was impressive). We kept playing to the death, and that was the pleasing part."