Franco Smith
Franco Smith is a South African rugby coach and former player, currently the head coach of Glasgow Warriors. He has previously coached the Italian national team and is recognized for his tactical acumen and ability to develop young talent. Smith has been linked to potential roles in other national teams, including a possible future position with the Welsh national team amid coaching changes.
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Franco Smith has driven Glasgow to new heights and has had talks with the RFU.
Steve Borthwick: Is Italy defeat the beginning of the end for England coach?
United Kingdom· 2026-03-07
Franco Smith is mentioned as a potential candidate for the Scotland head coach position, which could impact Scott Robertson's opportunities.
Scott Robertson chasing next coaching job as Reds and Harlequins options loom
New Zealand· 2026-02-13
Franco Smith canned the experiment of Tuipulotu playing outside centre halfway through the match.
Bundee Aki and Sione Tuipulotu centre partnership shows Andy Farrell’s not afraid to shake things up – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-06-20
Franco Smith made changes to Glasgow's lineup for their match against Leinster.
Leinster should have too much for Glasgow but mental scars from Champions Cup exit still a problem – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-07
Franco Smith Glasgow coach.
Leinster v Glasgow Warriors – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-07
Glasgow head coach Franco Smith spoke afterwards of the hard work that he and his team had devoted to rebuilding confidence.
Leinster and Glasgow face into URC semi-finals in contrasting headspaces – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-06
Glasgow coach Franco Smith turned to his bench, replacing five players.
Munster left to rue lack of composure as they fall to Glasgow defeat – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-21
Franco Smith has emerged as a leading contender for a long-term appointment with Wales.
Warren Gatland waived six-figure settlement after shock decision to quit WalesNew Zealand· 2025-02-12
Franco Smith is also reported to be a strong contender for the Wales coaching position.
Warren Gatland replacement: Former All Blacks assistant Brad Mooar among bookies' favourites for next Wales coachNew Zealand· 2025-02-12
Franco Smith is mentioned as one of the candidates for the Welsh rugby head coach position.
Whisper it quietly, but Simon Easterby is the perfect fit for Welsh rugby – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-12
Glasgow coach Franco Smith is reportedly in the frame as a potential successor to Gatland.
Wales sack Gatland after losing streak
Nigeria· 2025-02-11
Current Glasgow head coach Franco Smith is a candidate to succeed Gatland.
Warren Gatland set to leave Wales job after dismal second stint as head coach | Warren GatlandUnited Kingdom· 2025-02-11