Ruaidhri O'Connor: What's gone wrong with Irish lineouts - and the steps that can be taken to fix them
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Ireland's lineout issues present a significant challenge for both Paul O'Connell and Leo Cullen, despite their pedigree as players and now as coaches. O'Connell has oversight over the lineout as forwards coach, addressing increasing pressure on this set-piece, an area of once-great strength now vulnerable. Likewise, Cullen, while not directly managing the lineout, must ensure that his team can perform effectively under such pressures to succeed.
The responsibility for improving the lineout falls heavily on O'Connell, whose expertise as a set-piece student is paramount in addressing these shortcomings. Meanwhile, Cullen's reliance on McBryde, an experienced coach with a solid track record, highlights the complexities of coaching high-stakes rugby, where each element can dictate the outcome of a match. Both coaches look to navigate this pivotal challenge to enhance their teams' performance.
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