Andy Farrell Appointed as British and Irish Lions Head Coach for 2025 Australia Tour
Farrell to Take Sabbatical from Ireland Role, Bringing Experience from Previous Lions Tours and Success as Ireland's Head Coach
- Andy Farrell, the current head coach of Ireland, has been appointed as the head coach for the British and Irish Lions for their 2025 tour of Australia.
- Farrell has previously served as an assistant to Warren Gatland on the 2013 and 2017 Lions tours to Australia and New Zealand, respectively.
- During his tenure as Ireland's head coach, Farrell led the team to a Grand Slam and a historic 2-1 series victory in New Zealand.
- Farrell will begin his role with the Lions in December 2024, taking a break from his role with Ireland until the conclusion of the Lions tour.
- Farrell's appointment has been met with widespread approval, with many praising his coaching abilities and motivational skills.