Noel McNamara to Take Over as Leinster Rugby Head Coach Next Season
Leinster Rugby announced that Noel McNamara will succeed long‑time head coach Leo Cullen after the 2026‑27 season. McNamara, currently Bordeaux Begles’ attack coach, returns to the Irish province having previously held several coaching roles there. The move follows Cullen’s decision to step down after a trophy‑laden 12‑year tenure.