Andy Farrell commends his brave lions

June 28, 2025
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Ultimate Rugby

Head coach Andy Farrell praised the Lions’ cohesion and attacking rhythm after their commanding 54–7 win over Western Force today but stressed his side still needed to refine discipline and decision-making under pressure. Farrell acknowledged the squad took positives from slick backline interplay and strong sequences—highlighting Mack Hansen’s length-of-the-field break—while admitting early errors and lineout inconsistencies required correction. He reiterated the importance of momentum heading into the Queensland Reds clash, and urged his players to maintain hunger, sharpen combinations, and elevate performance standards in preparation for the upcoming Test series. Farrell insisted the tour remained a work in progress and demanded continued focus. See below what the Lions head coach had to say to the media: