Ireland expects – but what does a successful November look like for Andy Farrell’s team?

Ireland expects – but what does a successful November look like for Andy Farrell’s team?

Ireland flanker Josh van der Flier (left) has spoken of his disappointment at being left out of Andy Farrell's Lions test team. Photo: Sportsfile

Ireland expects – doesn’t it always these days when it comes to the national team?

Over the course of the nine years since the last time they played New Zealand in Chicago, consistent results against the best teams have left us not just wanting more, but feeling like it’s par for the course.