Rúaidhrí O’Connor: Andy Farrell is facing his biggest challenge yet after Paris mismatch reveals sobering new realitySecond-half surge can’t mask how far Ireland have fallen off the top levelSam Prendergast gave one of those performances that showed glimpses of his talent but also too many reminders of his limitations. Photo: SportsfileRúaidhrí O'Connor Yesterday at 23:42This result was no shock, but that didn’t make it any less shocking to watch a once-great team come to terms with their new reality.

Source: Irish Independent February 06, 2026 13:56 UTC