Ireland head coach Andy Farrell expressed his joy at successfully defending their Six Nations crown but acknowledged that missing out on the Grand Slam may benefit his players. By defeating Scotland 17-13 in Dublin, Farrell's team secured consecutive titles in a challenging finish to the tournament on St Patrick's weekend. Despite a loss to England in Round Four, Ireland had a stellar campaign in 2024. Farrell believes the defeat taught his players a valuable lesson about the ever-changing nature of Test rugby.

He emphasized the importance of continual improvement within the team, noting that losses like the one against England can serve as powerful teaching moments. Scotland's strong performance in Dublin following a defeat to Italy impressed Farrell, who commended his opponents while expressing pride in his own team's achievements. The coach also addressed reports speculating that it might have been captain Peter O'Mahony's final Test, stating that he would support whatever decision the player makes about his future in rugby.