
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 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 TimesMaxime 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 TimesMaxime 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 SudMaxime 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 SudMaxime 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 rugbyMaxime 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 TimesMaxime 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 finaleMaxime 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 CupMaxime Lucu was named man of the match for his performance.
Northampton heartbreak as Penaud inspires Bordeaux to Champions Cup glory | Champions CupMaxime 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 titreMaxime 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 TimesMaxime Lucu converted tries for Bordeaux, playing a significant role in their victory.
Northampton set up Leinster rematch after Henry Pollock batters Castres | Champions CupMaxime 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 TimesMaxime 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 MunsterMaxime 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 TimesMaxime 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 TimesNolann le Garrec was Maxime Lucu's deputy.
Six Nations 2025: 'French rugby's Belle Epoque is only just beginning'He was hurting physically and also mentally this week,” scrumhalf Maxime Lucu said.
France clinches Six Nations title after beating Scotland 35-16Maxime 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 TimesMaxime 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’EcosseMaxime 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 2025Maxime Lucu provided a brilliant offload that led to a try by Paul Boudehent.
Ireland boss Simon Easterby pinpoints chances not taken and ones given up too easy – The Irish TimesMaxime Lucu replaced Antoine Dupont after his injury during the match.
Six nations: "blessure sérieuse" pour Dupont contre l'Irlande, Galthié "en colère"Maxime Lucu replaced Dupont and played a key role in the match.
France takes over Six Nations lead after crushing Ireland 42-27 in DublinMaxime Lucu replaced Dupont and contributed to France's scoring efforts.
French power game blows Ireland off the park as Grand Slam hopes obliterated – The Irish TimesMaxime Lucu provided the assist for a try.
Tournoi des six nations : le résumé de l’éclatante victoire du XV de France en IrlandeMaxime Lucu took Antoine Dupont's place after his injury.
Six nations: le capitaine du XV de France Antoine Dupont sort blessé contre l'Irlande après une demi-heureInjury in their backline automatically will ensure Maxime Lucu is introduced.
Ireland at their collective best can overcome French force and flair – The Irish TimesMaxime Lucu entered the scene as Dupont moved to fly-half.
Antoine Dupont to the fore as France run riot with 11-try thrashing of Italy | Six Nations 2025

















































































































