Paul O’Connell
Paul O’Connell is a retired Irish rugby player and current coach renowned for his leadership and defensive prowess on the field. As a key member of the coaching team for the Irish national side, he has utilized his extensive experience to help refine Ireland's attacking strategies. His contributions were particularly highlighted during Ireland's impressive performances in the 2025 Six Nations, where his influence in set-piece plays was crucial.
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Recent news mentions
Paul O'Connell believes Wales have been improving and poses a threat.
Andy Farrell to offer fresh opportunities, Steve Tandy’s hand forced by injuries – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-03-04
Paul O'Connell is a consultant forensic psychiatrist at the National Forensic Mental Health Service.
Prisons must not be a substitute for psychiatric care – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-18
Edogbo had a few chats with Paulie (forwards coach Paul O’Connell).
IRFU investigating Edwin Edogbo racist abuse – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-16
Paul O'Connell will review the breakdown in detail.
Here’s why the obituaries for Irish rugby are premature – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-12
Paul O’Connell is part of the Irish senior coaching cohort attending the match.
Ireland XV shellacking to England A completes difficult few days for Irish rugby – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-07
Paul O’Connell was also spotted in the crowd.
Irish side well behind at Thomond Park – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-06
Paul O’Connell focused on the threat posed by France’s lineout.
Six Nations kicks off with heavyweights Ireland and France, yet Paris looks uninterested – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-04
Paul O’Connell is referenced in relation to Edogbo's physical attributes.
I started reading the comments on social media – big mistake – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-23
Dr Paul O’Connell’s view was that the accused did not know what she was doing was wrong.
Woman weeps as doctor tells court insanity not a defence for near-fatal attack on daughter – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-17
Paul O’Connell is the interim head coach of the Irish rugby team.
Team by team analysis of Ireland’s Pool D opponents – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-03
Paul O’Connell will know better than anyone that today’s newspaper is tomorrow’s fish and chip wrapper.
Crafty Jamison Gibson-Park had Ireland purring – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-16
Paul O'Connell is a perfectionist working to resolve lineout issues for the team.
Some think this Irish team is dangerously old, but system is made for longevity – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-14
Co-opting O’Connell on to this coaching ticket was truly transformative.
Australia are wounded and written off, which is exactly why Ireland must up their levels – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-11
Paul O’Connell would have been livid to see another complete malfunction as the first throw.
Strong second half sees Ireland pull away from Japan after patchy start – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-08
Paul O’Connell will spend every waking hour this week on the set piece.
Ridiculous red card killed what should have been a showcase of rugby in Chicago – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-07
Paul O’Connell coached the Ireland team that beat Georgia and Portugal.
What time and TV channel is it on today? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-01
Paul O’Connell is mentioned as someone who used to envy the punters during the team's bus ride.
How mindset will help Ireland withstand New Zealand’s storm in Chicago – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-31
Paul O’Connell is the forwards coach who commented on Caelan Doris's strong return to training.
Caelan Doris likely to feature off the bench at Soldier Field – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-30
Paul O’Connell is a rugby legend who promoted the International Rugby Experience.
The inside story of JP McManus’s sin-binned Limerick rugby attraction – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-31
Paul O’Connell was one of those who rang Thorn to seek advice.
he never played against the Lions – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-25
Paul O’Connell's captaincy during the 2009 tour was unfairly condemned by some media outlets.
Ireland’s share of Lions adds to begrudgery and pressure – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-15
Coach Paul O’Connell’s fingerprints were all over that performance.
The All Blacks have become patchy while France and Ireland build – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-09
Ireland’s interim head coach Paul O’Connell’s wing resources include Calvin Nash and others.
Jacob Stockdale ruled out of Ireland’s game against Portugal – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-07
Paul O’Connell expressed a quiet satisfaction following Ireland’s 34-5 victory over Georgia.
Paul O’Connell happy with hard-fought Ireland triumph against Georgia – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-05Paul O’Connell is one of the previous Munster captains of the Lions.
What time is kick-off and where can I watch it in Ireland? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-04
Paul O’Connell attended the Pride parade with his husband, Sean Feerick.
Thousands join Dublin Pride Parade – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-28
Paul O’Connell is in charge of the touring party.
Paul O’Connell minding the house but Andy Farrell kept abreast of Ireland progress on summer tour – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-25
Tom Court celebrated victory over Australia in the 2011 World Cup with teammates Paul O'Connell and Stephen Ferris.
how an Irish Queenslander ended up in a red jersey
Australia· 2025-06-17
Interim Ireland head coach Paul O’Connell included a number of interesting selections in his squad for the summer’s two Test matches.
Craig Casey to captain Ireland for summer Tests against Georgia and Portugal – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-05
Paul O’Connell is the interim head coach for the Irish team during their summer tour matches against Georgia and Portugal.
Rugby seasons just keep going, but to what end? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-30