Andy Farrell lands new challenge as Ireland's defence coach

06 January 2016 03:53

Andy Farrell has been appointed as Ireland defence coach.

Farrell, who left his position as assistant England coach last month, will take up the role following this season's RBS 6 Nations Championship, the Irish Rugby Football Union announced.

The IRFU said Farrell's contract would commence ahead of the June tour to South Africa and run until the completion of World Cup 2019 in Japan.

Source: PA