Leinster Coach Leo Cullen Extends Contract for Two Years

Leinster head coach Leo Cullen has finalized a two-year contract extension with the Irish province. This new agreement secures the 46-year-old’s position with Leinster until 2027. Cullen initially assumed the role of head coach for Leinster in 2015. During his nine years leading the team in Dublin, Cullen, a former Ireland lock, has guided Leinster to four United Rugby Championship titles and one Champions Cup victory. Following the signing of his contract extension, Cullen stated, “I am delighted and honoured to have been asked to continue in my role as head coach of Leinster Rugby.” He further added, “We are lucky to have a fantastic group of players and staff here at Leinster who I enjoy going to work with every day.” Despite Cullen’s European success with Leinster, including winning the Champions Cup in 2018, the Irish province has experienced defeat in the last three finals. Cullen earned 32 caps representing Ireland during his playing career. Leinster CEO Shane Nolan commented on the decision, stating, “Yes, we have come up short in the last three years and while we are very conscious of that fact, my remit and that of the club in making a head coach appointment, is to also look beyond that. We are consistently competing in finals year after year, we continue to develop exciting homegrown talent from our pathways, and when we do look externally for coaching or player recruitment, we continue to attract the highest calibre of talent to our club who are excited to work with Leo.”