Outgoing British and Irish Lions head coach Andy Farrell has did not rule out returning to take cost of the vacationers once more in New Zealand in 4 years’ time.
Regardless of a 3rd Check defeat to Australia in Sydney on Saturday, Farrell guided the Lions to a 2-1 sequence victory over the Wallabies this summer season.
The present Eire head coach, who labored as Lions defence coach on the 2013 tour to Australia and 2017 tour to New Zealand, took cost on the helm for the primary time this 12 months, however may look to emulate Lions predecessor Warren Gatland, who coached the Lions on three successive excursions in 2013, 2017 and 2021.
When requested on Saturday, Farrell refused to say he wouldn’t tackle the position as soon as extra, as an alternative speaking of his love for the idea.
“I’ve loved every single minute of it but that’s a long time off, isn’t it?” Farrell advised Sky Sports activities pitchside in Sydney.
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Highlights of the third Check between Australia and the British and Irish Lions in Sydney
“It has been the time of our lives. I do know it appears a bit dramatic but it surely’s the reality.
“How these boys have come together, we got to create a special memory together. I’m unbelievably proud to be associated with this group.”
At his post-match press convention, Farrell produced an analogous tone when requested once more: “Everyone knows what I think about this concept. I suppose that says it all. I absolutely love everything the Lions is about.
“I’ve totally loved the final eight weeks. There’s all the time ups and downs however the inside circle is a particular place to be.”
Asked: Is that a yes? Farrell replied: “Effectively, learn into that what you need, however 4 years is a very long time between drinks.”
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Regardless of defeat, the British and Irish Lions have a good time with a trophy elevate after successful the sequence 2-1 in opposition to Australia
Chatting with Sky Sports activities, Farrell took a constructive strategy to Saturday regardless of defeat: “What should be a logistical nightmare has been pretty smooth, and that’s all because of the hard work that goes on behind the scenes.
“This has been a very long time within the planning however the perfect eight weeks of our lives additionally.
“I can’t wait to get into the changing rooms and say what I need to say to this group.
“I do know we’re dissatisfied however we ought to be unbelievably pleased with what we achieved as a bunch. Lions excursions are powerful and to do what we have achieved final week and put the sequence within the bag, upon reflection after tonight, I am certain we’ll be tremendous pleased with the achievements.
“How we got the job done in that type of theatre will live with us forever. These lads have been an absolute dream to work with.”
British and Irish Lions tour of Australia on Sky Sports activities
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