'Farrell's challenge is he has never been a head coach' Eddie O'Sullivan says that Andy Farrell faces a challenge as he takes up the position of head coach for the first time when he replaces Joe Schmidt. Rugby • 26 Nov 18
'Farrell's challenge is he has never been a head coach' Eddie O'Sullivan says that Andy Farrell faces a challenge as he takes up the position of head coach for the first time when he replaces Joe Schmidt. Rugby • 26 Nov 18
O'Sullivan: Much at stake for so many in Autumn finale Eddie O'Sullivan on the prospect that some players could play themselves out of World Cup contention if they fail to shine against the USA. Rugby • 23 Nov 18
O'Sullivan: Much at stake for so many in Autumn finale Eddie O'Sullivan on the prospect that some players could play themselves out of World Cup contention if they fail to shine against the USA. Rugby • 23 Nov 18
Eddie O'Sullivan: We have come of age as a rugby nation Eddie O'Sullivan said Ireland are now arguably the best side on the planet after a coming-of-age defeat of the All Blacks that had the Aviva Stadium fizzing with pride. Rugby • 17 Nov 18
Eddie O'Sullivan: We have come of age as a rugby nation Eddie O'Sullivan said Ireland are now arguably the best side on the planet after a coming-of-age defeat of the All Blacks that had the Aviva Stadium fizzing with pride. Rugby • 17 Nov 18
O'Sullivan: I was compared to Hitler and Stalin Former Ireland head coach Eddie O'Sullivan says criticism of players and coaches should never become personal and insists there are "unintended consequences" when people cross the line. Rugby • 17 Nov 18
O'Sullivan: I was compared to Hitler and Stalin Former Ireland head coach Eddie O'Sullivan says criticism of players and coaches should never become personal and insists there are "unintended consequences" when people cross the line. Rugby • 17 Nov 18
Experience could count for Irish sides - O'Sullivan Eddie O'Sullivan believes Munster and Leinster's experience on the big occasions will help them in this weekend's semi-finals. Rugby • 20 Apr 18
Experience could count for Irish sides - O'Sullivan Eddie O'Sullivan believes Munster and Leinster's experience on the big occasions will help them in this weekend's semi-finals. Rugby • 20 Apr 18
O'Sullivan: A sad day but the right decision by IRFU Eddie O'Sullivan said there would be little surprise in rugby circles at the decision to revoke the contracts of Paddy Jackson and Stuart Olding. Rugby • 14 Apr 18
O'Sullivan: A sad day but the right decision by IRFU Eddie O'Sullivan said there would be little surprise in rugby circles at the decision to revoke the contracts of Paddy Jackson and Stuart Olding. Rugby • 14 Apr 18
Will leaky defence cost Ireland the Grand Slam? There's a Slam on this spring, but Ireland can forget about it unless they solve a glaring weakness, according to the Against The Head panel. Rugby • 27 Feb 18
Will leaky defence cost Ireland the Grand Slam? There's a Slam on this spring, but Ireland can forget about it unless they solve a glaring weakness, according to the Against The Head panel. Rugby • 27 Feb 18
O'Sullivan: An Irish back will miss out due to Lowe Eddie O'Sullivan says that James Lowe's presence may have prevented another young Irish player coming through in the Leinster set-up. Rugby • 20 Feb 18
O'Sullivan: An Irish back will miss out due to Lowe Eddie O'Sullivan says that James Lowe's presence may have prevented another young Irish player coming through in the Leinster set-up. Rugby • 20 Feb 18
Eddie O'Sullivan: This is ours to lose Eddie O'Sullivan believes success at the Stade de France is Ireland's to throw away as they face a home team in transition, disorganised and with a rookie at outhalf. Rugby • 02 Feb 18
Eddie O'Sullivan: This is ours to lose Eddie O'Sullivan believes success at the Stade de France is Ireland's to throw away as they face a home team in transition, disorganised and with a rookie at outhalf. Rugby • 02 Feb 18
Reasons to be optimistic ahead of Paris opener The general consensus is that Ireland are in good shape ahead of this year's Natwest Six Nations and that an away trip to France next weekend is seen as a not so daunting opener. Rugby • 31 Jan 18
Reasons to be optimistic ahead of Paris opener The general consensus is that Ireland are in good shape ahead of this year's Natwest Six Nations and that an away trip to France next weekend is seen as a not so daunting opener. Rugby • 31 Jan 18
Carbery may have to leave Leinster warns O'Sullivan RTÉ rugby analyst Eddie O'Sullivan believes that Joey Carbery may have to leave Leinster if he's to get playing experience in the fly-half position. Rugby • 21 Nov 17
Carbery may have to leave Leinster warns O'Sullivan RTÉ rugby analyst Eddie O'Sullivan believes that Joey Carbery may have to leave Leinster if he's to get playing experience in the fly-half position. Rugby • 21 Nov 17
'This doesn't define where we are' - Eddie O'Sullivan Watch the full Facebook Live extended panel discussion with Eddie O'Sullivan and Shane Horgan. Rugby • 19 Nov 17
'This doesn't define where we are' - Eddie O'Sullivan Watch the full Facebook Live extended panel discussion with Eddie O'Sullivan and Shane Horgan. Rugby • 19 Nov 17
O'Sullivan: Lions can profit from NZ inexperience Eddie O'Sullivan believes the All Blacks back line troubles have exposed a "vulnerability" that the Lions will need to expose if they are to return home from New Zealand with a momentous series victory. Rugby • 07 Jul 17
O'Sullivan: Lions can profit from NZ inexperience Eddie O'Sullivan believes the All Blacks back line troubles have exposed a "vulnerability" that the Lions will need to expose if they are to return home from New Zealand with a momentous series victory. Rugby • 07 Jul 17
Henshaw: Hard-working Lions earned Queenstown break Robbie Henshaw has defended the Lions' decision to give players a break from preparations for the defining thirs test against the All Blacks in Queenstown. Rugby • 06 Jul 17
Henshaw: Hard-working Lions earned Queenstown break Robbie Henshaw has defended the Lions' decision to give players a break from preparations for the defining thirs test against the All Blacks in Queenstown. Rugby • 06 Jul 17
Horan: Erasmus exit 'the worst scenario' for Munster Former Munster hero Marcus Horan has lamented the timing of the departure of Rassie Erasmus from Munster, suggesting it leaves the province facing the 'worst scenario' next season. Rugby • 30 Jun 17
Horan: Erasmus exit 'the worst scenario' for Munster Former Munster hero Marcus Horan has lamented the timing of the departure of Rassie Erasmus from Munster, suggesting it leaves the province facing the 'worst scenario' next season. Rugby • 30 Jun 17
Against The Head discusses McElroy's dramatic removal The Ireland U20s begin their World Championship mission in Georgia against Italy this Wednesday, but their preparation was thrown into chaos last Thursday when hooker Tadgh McElroy was removed from the panel. Rugby • 30 May 17
Against The Head discusses McElroy's dramatic removal The Ireland U20s begin their World Championship mission in Georgia against Italy this Wednesday, but their preparation was thrown into chaos last Thursday when hooker Tadgh McElroy was removed from the panel. Rugby • 30 May 17
O'Sullivan: Munster must be perfect to fulfil 'destiny' Munster have "no room for error" if they are to claim the Pro12 title on Saturday, according to Eddie O'Sullivan. Rugby • 25 May 17
O'Sullivan: Munster must be perfect to fulfil 'destiny' Munster have "no room for error" if they are to claim the Pro12 title on Saturday, according to Eddie O'Sullivan. Rugby • 25 May 17
Against the Head: Munster will aim to strangle Scarlets The Against the Head panel were in agreement that Munster must stick to the tactical blueprint that served them so well against Ospreys if they are to defeat Scarlets in Saturday's Guinness Pro12 final. Rugby • 23 May 17
Against the Head: Munster will aim to strangle Scarlets The Against the Head panel were in agreement that Munster must stick to the tactical blueprint that served them so well against Ospreys if they are to defeat Scarlets in Saturday's Guinness Pro12 final. Rugby • 23 May 17
What went wrong for Connacht this season? The Against The Head panel discuss a difficult campaign for the Westerners. Rugby • 09 May 17
What went wrong for Connacht this season? The Against The Head panel discuss a difficult campaign for the Westerners. Rugby • 09 May 17
O'Sullivan: Conor Murray is a Lions worry Former Ireland head coach Eddie O'Sullivan says Conor Murray is an injury concern for the Lions as he continues his rehabilitation back to full fitness. Rugby • 21 Apr 17
O'Sullivan: Conor Murray is a Lions worry Former Ireland head coach Eddie O'Sullivan says Conor Murray is an injury concern for the Lions as he continues his rehabilitation back to full fitness. Rugby • 21 Apr 17
Eddie O'Sullivan: Ireland have become predictable Former Ireland coach Eddie O'Sullivan believes that Joe Schmidt's side "can't break teams down" and that opponents no longer fear our attack. Six Nations • 11 Mar 17
Eddie O'Sullivan: Ireland have become predictable Former Ireland coach Eddie O'Sullivan believes that Joe Schmidt's side "can't break teams down" and that opponents no longer fear our attack. Six Nations • 11 Mar 17
Against The Head discuss possible Ireland changes The Against The Head panel discuss the possibility of Jared Payne returning to the Ireland squad for Wales, while Eddie O'Sullivan says there may be a change in the Irish lineout. Rugby • 27 Feb 17
Against The Head discuss possible Ireland changes The Against The Head panel discuss the possibility of Jared Payne returning to the Ireland squad for Wales, while Eddie O'Sullivan says there may be a change in the Irish lineout. Rugby • 27 Feb 17
Relive Ireland's historic 2007 win against England On the 10th anniversary of Ireland's historic 43-13 win over England at Croke Park, watch every moment of that memorable day at GAA Headquarters. Rugby • 24 Feb 17
Relive Ireland's historic 2007 win against England On the 10th anniversary of Ireland's historic 43-13 win over England at Croke Park, watch every moment of that memorable day at GAA Headquarters. Rugby • 24 Feb 17
Munster fans remember coach Foley in Paris Munster supporters have paid tribute to coach Anthony Foley outside the stadium following his shock passing overnight in Paris. Rugby • 16 Oct 16
Munster fans remember coach Foley in Paris Munster supporters have paid tribute to coach Anthony Foley outside the stadium following his shock passing overnight in Paris. Rugby • 16 Oct 16
O’Sullivan: Ireland must move the Boks around Former Ireland coach Eddie O’Sullivan believes the only hope of a historic victory on South African soil is by moving the ball wide and avoiding the physically imposing Springboks. Soccer • 03 Jun 16
O’Sullivan: Ireland must move the Boks around Former Ireland coach Eddie O’Sullivan believes the only hope of a historic victory on South African soil is by moving the ball wide and avoiding the physically imposing Springboks. Soccer • 03 Jun 16
