Cian Tracey: Issues at loosehead and scrum-half loom as priorities in Andy Farrell's mission to build depth

Head coach constantly takes stock of Ireland’s options as he aims to ensure they have requisite quality to remain successful

Cian Tracey breaks down the depth chart of the Ireland Rugby squad

Cian Tracey

Regularly assessing the country’s depth chart is a key part of Andy Farrell’s job, so while the Six Nations may now be in the rear-view mirror, the Ireland head coach will be working tirelessly in the background to future-proof his side’s success.

By the end of Ireland’s victorious campaign, Farrell used 32 players, handed out six Six Nations debuts, while three squad members did not see any game-time.