Ronan O'Gara expresses interest in coaching Australia after Joe Schmidt's departure
irishmirror.ie — February 7, 2025, 02:01 PM UTC
Ronan O'Gara has expressed interest in becoming the head coach of Australia if approached. Current coach Joe Schmidt will only stay until the end of the Rugby Championship in October due to family reasons. O'Gara, who is contracted to La Rochelle until 2027, previously ruled out the Wales job but finds the Wallabies an appealing option. He acknowledged his strong relationship with player Will Skelton as a factor in the speculation. While focused on his club's current challenges, O'Gara stated that coaching Australia would be an interesting opportunity. He compared it to a prestigious soccer role, noting the potential of the Wallabies.