An Irish rugby legend and record‑setting out‑half turned elite coach with La Rochelle. A prominent pundit known for frank, compelling, agenda-setting analysis.
I had a strange day on Wednesday. The fundamentals of this job mean you are always planning for next season even when the six inches in front of your face is all that matters for now. The players were off. It offers thinking time, reflection time.
I took a call from a friend in Munster and we shared anxieties. We have six Top 14 games remaining to achieve a Houdini act and make it into the play-offs and the top eight to ensure Champions Cup rugby next season. We currently sit ninth.
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