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Louis Lynagh
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Key Information
Louis Lynagh (born 3 December 2000) is a professional rugby union player who plays as a wing for United Rugby Championship club Benetton Rugby.[2] Born in Italy, he qualified to play for England on residency grounds and represented them at age grade levels, before choosing to represent Italy at senior level, making his debut on 9 March 2024.[3][4][5]
Early life
[edit]Lynagh was born in Treviso, Italy to an Italian mother and former Australian rugby player Michael Lynagh.[3] At the age of four he moved with his family to England where he began playing mini rugby at Richmond and attended Hampton School.[3][4]
Club career
[edit]Harlequins
[edit]Lynagh joined the academy of Harlequins at the age of thirteen.[6] In October 2020, he made his Premiership debut against Leicester Tigers and later that season scored a try during Harlequins 43–36 defeat of Bristol Bears in the semi-final, a game in which Quins recovered from 28 points down to win.[6][7] The following weekend, on 26 June 2021, Lynagh scored two late tries as Quins defeated defending champions Exeter Chiefs 40-38 in the final at Twickenham to win their first Premiership title for nine years.[6][8] In doing so, he equalled the record for the most amount of tries scored by an individual player in a Premiership final and became the youngest ever try scorer in a Premiership final at just 20years 205 days old.[9]
In January 2024, although not originally named in the match day squad, Lynagh started on the bench for Harlequins in their Champions Cup pool stage fixture against Ulster because Cameron Anderson was injured. An HIA replacement for Oscar Beard meant he came off the bench early in the game. Lynagh went on to win man of the match after scoring two tries from Ulster mistakes as they won 47-19.[10] During the same European campaign, he was part of the side that defeated Glasgow Warriors 28-24 at home in the Round of 16, the first time the club had ever won a knockout game in the competition.[11] He started in their semi-final elimination against Toulouse.[12][1]
Benetton
[edit]Lynagh signed with Italian United Rugby Championship club Benetton a two-year contract from the 2024–25 season, with option until 2027.[13] He made his debut in Round 1 of United Rugby Championship in the 2024–25 season against the Scarlets.[14]
International career
[edit]Lynagh represented the England under-16 team and in the summer of 2018 was a member of the England U18 side that toured South Africa.[4][15] In September 2021 Lynagh received his first call-up to the senior England squad by coach Eddie Jones for a training camp.[16]
Despite previously being called into an England training camp, Lynagh was not capped. In February 2024, he received a call up to the Italy squad by head coach Gonzalo Quesada for the 2024 Six Nations following the announcement of his move to Benetton at the end of the season.[17] On 9 March 2024, he was named on the wing in the starting side, scoring a try on his debut against Scotland in a game that Italy won 31-29.[5][18] The following match Lynagh went two wins from two as Italy beat Wales 24-21 at the Millennium Stadium. It was the first time since 2013 that Italy had achieved at least two wins from a Six Nations tournament.[19]
Career statistics
[edit]List of international tries
[edit]| No. | Date | Venue | Opponent | Score | Result | Competition | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 9 March 2024 | Stadio Olimpico, Rome, Italy |  Scotland
|
21–22 | 31–29 | 2024 Six Nations Championship | [18] |
| 2 | 5 July 2024 | Apia Park, Apia, Samoa |  Samoa
|
13–7 | 25–33 | 2024 mid-year rugby union tests | [21] |
| 3 | 8 November 2025 | Stadio Friuli, Udine, Italy |  Australia
|
17–19 | 26–19 | 2025 November Internationals | [22] |
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Harlequins - Team Info". Global Sports Archive. Archived from the original on 29 June 2021. Retrieved 29 June 2021.
- ^ "LOUIS LYNAGH È IL PRIMO ACQUISTO DEI LEONI PER LA STAGIONE 2024/2025". 12 February 2024. Retrieved 12 February 2024.
- ^ a b c Godwin, Hugh (21 September 2021). "Louis Lynagh, son of Aussie legend Michael, named in England squad after international tug of war". The I. Retrieved 20 January 2022.
- ^ a b c Mockford, Sarah (5 January 2021). "Hotshot: Harlequins full-back Louis Lynagh". Rugby World. Retrieved 29 June 2022.
- ^ a b Raisey, Josh (7 March 2024). "Louis Lynagh set for debut as Italy make three changes for Scotland". RugbyPass. Retrieved 8 March 2024.
- ^ a b c Pilnick, Brent (26 June 2021). "Louis Lynagh: Harlequins Premiership final hero has 'massive future'". BBC Sport. Retrieved 29 June 2022.
- ^ Harby, Chris (19 June 2021). "Premiership semi-final: Bristol Bears 36-43 Harlequins (AET) - Quins reach Twickenham after stunning fightback". BBC Sport. Retrieved 1 July 2021.
- ^ Pilnick, Brent (26 June 2021). "Premiership final: Exeter Chiefs 38-40 Harlequins - Louis Lynagh's late double clinches title". BBC Sport. Retrieved 1 July 2021.
- ^ "All-Time Player Stats" (PDF). Stuart Farmer Media Servies. Retrieved 18 December 2024.
- ^ Gault, Matt (20 January 2024). "Investec Champions Cup: Harlequins 47-19 Ulster - Ulster knocked out". BBC Sport. Retrieved 8 March 2024.
- ^ O'Neill, George (5 April 2024). "Harlequins edge Glasgow in thriller to reach Champions Cup quarter-finals". BBC Sport. Retrieved 8 April 2024.
- ^ Mann, Mantej (5 May 2024). "Toulouse battle past Quins to reach Champions Cup final". BBC Sport. Retrieved 6 July 2024.
- ^ "LOUIS LYNAGH È IL PRIMO ACQUISTO DEI LEONI PER LA STAGIONE 2024/2025". 12 February 2024. Retrieved 12 February 2024.
- ^ "A MONIGO I LEONI DEBUTTANO PAREGGIANDO 20-20 CONTRO GLI SCARLETS". 21 September 2024. Retrieved 21 September 2024.
- ^ Lawton, Andrew (11 August 2018). "England defeated by France in U18 International series opener". Premiership Rugby. Retrieved 29 June 2022.
- ^ Jones, Chris (21 September 2021). "Louis Lynagh called up by England - Billy & Mako Vunipola plus George Ford left out". BBC Sport. Retrieved 21 September 2021.
- ^ "Louis Lynagh: Italy call up Harlequins wing to Six Nations training squad". BBC Sport. 14 February 2024. Retrieved 16 February 2024.
- ^ a b Calvert, Lee (9 March 2024). "Italy 31-29 Scotland: Six Nations 2024 – as it happened". The Guardian. Retrieved 9 March 2024.
- ^ Griffiths, Gareth (16 March 2024). "Six Nations 2024: Wales 21-24 Italy - visitors consign Wales to first Wooden Spoon in 21 years". BBC Sport. Retrieved 17 March 2024.
- ^ "Louis Lynagh". ESPN. Retrieved 6 July 2024.
- ^ "Samoa 33-25 Italy". Sky Sports. 5 July 2024. Retrieved 6 July 2024.
- ^ "Louis Lynagh inspires dramatic Italy win to ramp up Australia misery". The Guardian. 8 November 2025. Retrieved 8 November 2025.
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[edit]Louis Lynagh
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Early life
Birth and family background
Louis Lynagh was born on 3 December 2000 in Treviso, Italy, to Australian father Michael Lynagh, a former Wallabies fly-half and key member of the 1991 Rugby World Cup-winning team, and Italian mother Isabella Lynagh.[7][10] Michael had played for Benetton Treviso from 1991 to 1996, during which he met Isabella. The family returned to Italy after his retirement, providing Louis with early immersion in the sport amid a multicultural household.[11][12] As the eldest of three brothers—middle sibling Tom Lynagh, an Australian international fly-half, and youngest Nic Lynagh—Louis grew up in a close-knit family deeply connected to rugby, with Michael's legacy fostering a supportive environment for their shared interests.[13][14] Lynagh's heritage grants him eligibility to represent Australia through his father, Italy via his birth and maternal lineage, and England based on long-term residency after the family's move from Italy when he was four years old.[15][16]Childhood and education
Louis Lynagh moved from Italy to England at the age of four due to his father's post-retirement business and media career, with the family settling in southwest London.[17][12][18] He attended Hampton School in London, an independent day school known for its strong sports program, where he engaged with rugby through the school's teams and developed his initial passion for the sport.[19][20] At age 13, Lynagh joined the Harlequins academy as a youth player, emphasizing skill development and foundational training in a structured environment.[17] Growing up bilingual in Italian and English, Lynagh maintained strong cultural ties to Italy through annual family trips, which reinforced his connection to his mother's heritage amid his English upbringing.[3]Club career
Harlequins
Louis Lynagh made his senior debut for Harlequins in September 2019 at the age of 18, coming off the bench in a Premiership Rugby Cup victory over Bristol Bears. Initially deployed as a full-back during his academy progression, Lynagh transitioned to the wing position, where he developed into a prolific try-scorer known for his pace and finishing ability.[21][7][22] Over his five-year tenure from 2019 to 2024, Lynagh featured in 58 appearances for Harlequins, scoring 27 tries across domestic and European competitions. His 2020-21 season marked a breakthrough, with six tries in 11 outings, including a decisive double in the Premiership final against Exeter Chiefs that secured a 40-38 victory and the club's first title in nine years. In the 2022-23 Premiership campaign, he again notched six tries, contributing to Harlequins' strong league performance.[23][24][25] Lynagh's standout performances included a brace in a 26-20 Premiership win at Newcastle Falcons in September 2021, helping the defending champions secure a bonus-point victory. In European action, he scored two tries off the bench during a 47-19 Champions Cup triumph over Ulster in January 2024, showcasing his impact in high-stakes matches. These efforts earned him a long-term contract extension in March 2021, affirming his status as a key academy product.[26][27][28] In February 2024, Harlequins announced Lynagh's departure at the season's end to join Benetton, a move driven by his desire for a new challenge and to pursue international opportunities with Italy. Lynagh described the decision as difficult, given his deep ties to the club since joining its academy at age 13, but necessary for personal and professional growth.[23][24][29]Benetton
In February 2024, Louis Lynagh signed a two-year contract with Benetton Rugby, effective from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2026, with an option to extend until 2027, marking his return to the Treviso-based club where he was born.[30] The move was driven by familial ties—Lynagh's Italian heritage through his mother—and eligibility requirements to represent Italy internationally, allowing him to reconnect with his roots after departing Harlequins following their 2021 Premiership title win.[23][3] Upon joining Benetton for the 2024-25 United Rugby Championship (URC) season, Lynagh primarily featured as a winger, leveraging his pace and finishing ability, while demonstrating versatility to cover full-back when needed. Adapting to the URC's physical demands and broader pitch dimensions proved seamless, contrasting the faster-paced English Premiership; his explosive carries and offloading game quickly integrated into Benetton's attacking structure under coach Gonzalo Quesada. In his debut season, Lynagh contributed to key victories, including a try in the European Rugby Champions Cup against Bath, helping the team secure a competitive mid-table position.[2][23] Lynagh's impact elevated Benetton's offensive output, with his try-scoring helping the side finish 10th in the URC standings after 18 matches (9 wins, 1 draw, 8 losses, 46 points), narrowly missing the playoffs in a final-day loss to Munster. His efforts underscored Benetton's push for consistency in the Italian-Scottish Shield, where they placed second, bolstering the team's transition play and wide attacking threats.[31] Entering 2025, Lynagh's form surged in the ongoing 2025-26 URC campaign, highlighted by a remarkable four-try haul—including a hat-trick—against the Lions on October 11, earning him Player of the Match in Benetton's 41-15 victory and setting a personal benchmark for the club. With six tries in four appearances by early November, placing him among the league's top scorers, his performances have propelled Benetton to a strong start, positioning them competitively ahead of the Autumn Nations Series international break.[32][33][34]International career
Youth international career
Lynagh qualified to represent England through residency, having moved to the country at the age of five, and began his youth international career with the England under-16 team.[35][7] He progressed to the England under-18 squad and was selected for the 2018 AON U18 International Series tour to South Africa. Lynagh started at full-back in the opening fixture against France on 4 August 2018 in Stellenbosch, where England suffered a 41-21 defeat despite a strong second-half performance where they scored three tries. He retained his place at full-back for the subsequent match against South Africa Schools on 17 August 2018 in Cape Town, contributing to England's 22-41 defeat in their final game of the series.[36][37][38] Lynagh continued his development at the under-20 level, representing England U20 from 2019 to 2021 and earning multiple caps as a winger or full-back. Known for his pace and finishing ability on the outside, he featured in age-grade fixtures during this period, building on his club form at Harlequins.[6][7][39] In September 2021, Lynagh received his first senior call-up to an England training squad under head coach Eddie Jones, joining 45 players for a camp ahead of the Autumn Nations Series, though he did not progress to a test match. This opportunity highlighted his potential transition from youth to senior international rugby, but he ultimately remained uncapped at the senior level for England.[30][4]Senior international career
Lynagh was selected for the Italy senior national team in February 2024 by head coach Gonzalo Quesada, qualifying through his birth in Treviso and his Italian mother.[40] He made his debut on 9 March 2024 against Scotland in the Six Nations Championship at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome, where he scored a try in Italy's 31-29 victory, marking the Azzurri's first home win in the tournament since 2013.[41] In the 2024 Six Nations, Lynagh earned two caps and scored one try, starting as a wing against Scotland on 9 March and Wales on 16 March.[34] As of November 2025, following the Autumn Nations Series, Lynagh had accumulated nine caps and three tries for Italy, reflecting his growing role in the senior setup.[34] In the 2025 Autumn Nations Series, he featured prominently, including scoring a try in Italy's 26-19 upset win over Australia on 8 November 2025 in Udine, a match laden with emotion as it pitted him against his father's native country.[9] Lynagh featured on the wing in Italy's subsequent 32-14 defeat to South Africa on 15 November 2025 in Turin.[42] This performance highlighted his speed and finishing ability on the wing, aiding Italy's rising competitiveness under Quesada's guidance.[43]Career statistics
Club statistics
Louis Lynagh's club statistics highlight his effectiveness as a try-scoring winger, with a career total exceeding 80 appearances and 40 tries across competitions as of November 2025. His contributions include key metrics such as assists and meters gained, underscoring his attacking impact without overlapping with international play. At Harlequins, Lynagh amassed 66 senior appearances and scored 31 tries between 2019 and 2024, with the majority coming in the Gallagher Premiership (approximately 50 appearances and 25 tries) and the remainder in the European Rugby Champions Cup (16 appearances and 6 tries). His standout domestic season was 2022–23, during which he scored 10 tries in the Premiership, helping drive Harlequins' campaign. In European competition, he added 6 tries across seasons including 2021–22 and 2023–24, often gaining over 200 meters per match in high-stakes games. Since joining Benetton in the 2024–25 season, Lynagh has featured in the United Rugby Championship (URC) and Champions Cup, making around 20 appearances and scoring 14 tries by November 2025. In the URC, he has been a leading try-scorer, with 8 tries in 14 appearances during his debut 2024–25 season and 6 tries in 4 appearances early in the 2025–26 campaign, including a four-try haul against the Lions on October 11, 2025. For the Champions Cup, he has 2 appearances and 1 try in 2024–25. Additional metrics show Lynagh averaging 50+ meters gained per game and 2–3 assists per season in URC play, contributing to Benetton's strong starts in both years.| Club | Competition | Appearances | Tries | Assists (approx.) | Meters Gained (seasonal avg.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harlequins | Gallagher Premiership | 50 | 25 | 5–7 per season | 150–200 m |
| Harlequins | European Rugby Champions Cup | 16 | 6 | 2–3 per season | 100–150 m |
| Benetton | United Rugby Championship | 18 | 14 | 3–4 per season | 200+ m |
| Benetton | European Rugby Champions Cup | 2 | 1 | 0 | 100 m |
International statistics
Louis Lynagh has earned 8 senior international caps for Italy as of November 2025, with all appearances coming on the wing. He has scored 3 tries during these matches, demonstrating his finishing ability in key fixtures.[34] Lynagh's tournament statistics highlight his role in major competitions. In the 2024 Six Nations, he made 2 caps and scored 1 try, contributing to Italy's campaign with a debut performance that showcased his speed and positioning. The 2025 Autumn Nations Series saw him earn 3 caps and score 1 try, underscoring his growing impact in high-stakes autumn internationals.[44][9] His international tries are listed below, each occurring in significant match contexts:- vs. Scotland, 9 March 2024 (2024 Six Nations, Stadio Olimpico, Rome): Scored on debut in a 31–29 victory, helping Italy secure a dramatic comeback win in the penultimate round. The try came in the 43rd minute, narrowing the gap and shifting momentum.[45][41]
- vs. Samoa, 5 July 2024 (mid-year test, Apia Park, Apia): Scored a try in a 25–33 loss, marking his second international try in competitive play.
- vs. Australia, 8 November 2025 (2025 Autumn Nations Series, Stadio Friuli, Udine): Scored the 80th-minute winner in a 26–19 comeback triumph, bouncing the defender to seal the upset against his father's former team and extend Italy's recent success over the Wallabies.[9][46]