O'Connell Stays Focused on the Job

Andy Farrell’s new four-year deal has sparked questions about his assistant coaches’ futures — especially Paul O’Connell, the forwards coach who was initially doubted but has proven himself through hard work and passion. O’Connell, who’s not actively seeking a new contract, says he’s loving the role, learning daily, and thriving in international coaching over club rugby. He skipped the Lions tour but’s enjoying the current tour despite the weather, and the squad is fully fit and focused on smart team selections for their Nations Championship opener against Australia — no looking past the first match after past slow starts. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3ddd1a45c3a4b2bd