Maxime Lucu
Maxime Lucu is a French rugby union player known for his versatility and skill as a scrum-half. He has made a significant impact in both domestic and international competitions, showcasing his ability to distribute the ball effectively and make strategic plays. Lucu's performances have earned him a place in the French national team, where he contributes to France's dynamic style of play. He was recently in the news during the Six Nations 2025 as he entered the match against Italy, helping to maintain France's dominance after an impressive victory.
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Maxime Lucu scored a penalty for France.
Wasteful Scotland left to rue missed chances in South Africa defeat – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-07-12
Maxime Lucu narrowed the gap with a 46-metre penalty.
Australia v France: Fabien Galthie’s side mount second-half comeback to win in Brisbane
New Zealand· 2026-07-11
Maxime Lucu was the scrumhalf involved in a potential blocking incident during the match.
I’m not sure what Sheehan was trying to achieve after his disallowed try – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-07-06
Maxime Lucu had a long, busy night as French skipper.
France v All Blacks player ratings: The Frenchmen who impressed most against Dave Rennie’s menNew Zealand· 2026-07-05
Maxime Lucu successfully converted three tries and kicked two penalties for France.
All Blacks v France result: Dave Rennie era begins with nail-biting win in ChristchurchNew Zealand· 2026-07-04
Maxime Lucu is the captain of the France squad playing against the All Blacks.
All Blacks v France: Live updates from the Nations Championship test in ChristchurchNew Zealand· 2026-07-04
Maxime Lucu is the captain of the France team playing against the All Blacks.
All Blacks v France: Luke Jacobson on expectations after selection at openside flankerNew Zealand· 2026-07-03
Bordeaux halfback Maxime Lucu will captain the side against the All Blacks.
All Blacks v France: Prop Jefferson Poirot to end test retirement with start for France in ChristchurchNew Zealand· 2026-07-02
Maxime Lucu is one of the Bordeaux-Begles stars named in the French squad for the Tests.
The Wallabies play three Tests in July. They must win two to show progress
Australia· 2026-06-27
Maxime Lucu has been a replacement for the French captain during his injury.
France’s star pairing insist they have no beef. They can prove it against Ireland – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-04
Maxime Lucu passed to Damian Penaud during a play.
One statistic will define Ireland’s opener against France on Thursday, and the whole tournament – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-03
Maxime Lucu is a player for Union Bordeaux-Bègles who is currently facing challenges in the Top 14.
L’UBB débute la défense de son titre en Champions Cup par une victoire en Afrique du Sud
France· 2025-12-06
Maxime Lucu is returning from injury and is the backup scrum-half for the French team.
Gaël Fickou, capitaine d’un XV de France renouvelé pour les retrouvailles avec l’Afrique du SudFrance· 2025-11-06
Maxime Lucu is a scrum-half for Bordeaux-Bègles and is included in the squad by Fabien Galthié.
Fabien Galthié dévoile son groupe élargi pour les test-matchs de novembre du XV France de rugbyFrance· 2025-10-22
Maxime Lucu made a significant contribution to the match with a crucial penalty.
Toulouse success infused with an Irish flavour as Trevor Brennan’s son inches closer to France call-up – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-01
Maxime Lucu played a key role for Union Bordeaux-Bègles, scoring points throughout the match.
Toulouse - Bordeaux-Bègles : le Stade toulousain conserve son titre de champion de France de rugby au terme d’une folle finaleFrance· 2025-06-28
Maxime Lucu took the match award, continuing to show off how he deserves more than to be considered Antoine Dupont’s understudy.
Exhausted Saints fall short again as Bordeaux’s colour and passion wins out | Champions Cup
United Kingdom· 2025-05-24
Maxime Lucu was named man of the match for his performance.
Northampton heartbreak as Penaud inspires Bordeaux to Champions Cup glory | Champions CupUnited Kingdom· 2025-05-24
Maxime Lucu is part of the standout half-back pairing that led Bordeaux-Bègles to victory.
Champions Cup: Bordeaux-Bègles mate Northampton et décroche son premier titre
Monaco· 2025-05-24
Maxime Lucu is noted for being young during the finals in 2006 and 2008.
Structural flaws and English clubs’ apathy doing Champions Cup no favours – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-15Maxime Lucu converted tries for Bordeaux, playing a significant role in their victory.
Northampton set up Leinster rematch after Henry Pollock batters Castres | Champions CupUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-12
Maxime Lucu played a crucial role in leading his team to victory with his strategic plays.
Brave Munster go down fighting in Bordeaux Bègles defeat – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-12
Maxime Lucu is the captain of Union Bordeaux-Bègles and spoke about the upcoming match against Munster.
L’Union Bordeaux-Bègles rallie le dernier carré de la Champions Cup en battant le MunsterFrance· 2025-04-12
Maxime Lucu missed a very kickable conversion near the end of UBB’s loss to Harlequins.
No breather for Munster as treacherous route to final brings them to Bordeaux – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-11
Maxime Lucu was mentioned as one of the big guns selected by Bordeaux in their match against Toulouse.
Rugby bosses are selling us a diluted version of the game. We’re not buying it – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-28
Nolann le Garrec was Maxime Lucu's deputy.
Six Nations 2025: 'French rugby's Belle Epoque is only just beginning'United Kingdom· 2025-03-16
He was hurting physically and also mentally this week,” scrumhalf Maxime Lucu said.
France clinches Six Nations title after beating Scotland 35-16
Canada· 2025-03-15
Maxime Lucu entered the game as a reserve back for France.
The age of rugby imperialism is here, and Ireland must realise we sit with the ‘Have-nots’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-14
Maxime Lucu is the backup for Antoine Dupont and has been officially named to start against Scotland after Dupont's injury.
Tournoi des six nations : Maxime Lucu, doublure de luxe d’Antoine Dupont pour affronter l’EcosseFrance· 2025-03-13Maxime Lucu came on as a substitute and changed the tone of the game.
Galthié’s gamble with lopsided bench pays off for France as Ireland unravel | Six Nations 2025United Kingdom· 2025-03-08
