Ronan O'Gara

Irish rugby player and coach

Ronan O'Gara - Irish rugby player and coach
Born

March 7th, 1977
48 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Ireland

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Played fly-half for Munster and Ireland. Represented Ireland in 125 test matches from 2000 to 2013. Contributed to Munster's Heineken Cup victories in 2006 and 2008. Transitioned to coaching after retirement, becoming head coach of the French club La Rochelle, achieving success in domestic and European competitions.

Played in 125 test matches for Ireland

Won the Heineken Cup with Munster twice

Served as head coach for La Rochelle

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