Andy Farrell Named Head Coach for Lions' 2025 Tour

Farrell's 'Cultural Architect' Coaching Style and Ability to Select Players Based in France Set to Shape the Lions' Tour of Australia

Andy Farrell has been announced as the head coach for the British & Irish Lions' 2025 tour of Australia, a decision that was widely anticipated due to his reputation as one of the world's top rugby coaches.
Farrell's coaching style, described as a 'cultural architect', is praised for its ability to forge unity and technical acumen.
Farrell's previous experience with the Lions includes serving as a defence coach in 2013 and 2017, and his successful tenure as Ireland's head coach, leading them to a historic series victory in New Zealand and the No. 1 spot in the rankings.
Farrell will be able to select players based in France for the Lions tour, meaning his son, Owen Farrell, could be eligible if he joins Racing 92 at the end of the season.
The Lions have a strategic partnership with the Gallagher Premiership and United Rugby Championship, ensuring player availability for the entire tour, but no such deal exists with the Top 14, potentially causing scheduling conflicts for players in the French league.