Richard Wigglesworth
Richard Wigglesworth is a former professional rugby union player from England, renowned for his skills as a scrum-half. Over his career, he played for clubs such as Sale Sharks and Saracens, earning recognition for his tactical awareness and playmaking abilities. Following his retirement, Wigglesworth transitioned into coaching and has been influential in shaping England's approach to the game, notably contributing to the development of their attacking strategies under head coach Steve Borthwick.
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Richard Wigglesworth comments on England's victory over Wales last year.
England v Wales: Rock-bottom visitors attempt to defy odds
United Kingdom· 2026-02-07
Richard Wigglesworth is mentioned as part of the Lions management and coaching staff.
‘This time with the Lions has been the best few weeks of my career’ – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-07-15
Assistant coach Richard Wigglesworth defended a big group of Lions squad members who grew up south of the equator.
British and Irish Lions reject Rugby Australia golden point proposal for Wallabies Test series
Australia· 2025-06-20
Richard Wigglesworth expressed delight at being part of the Lions.
Live updates as Andy Farrell’s selection for Australia tour unveiled – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-08
Richard Wigglesworth is one of the assistants on Andy Farrell's coaching staff.
The Lions will announce a squad on Thursday night. Here is everything you need to knowAustralia· 2025-05-08
Richard Wigglesworth's experience with England is expected to enhance the Lions' game plan.
How will the Lions attack against Australia? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-27
Richard Wigglesworth has been confirmed on the Lions coaching ticket.
Ireland coaches Simon Easterby, John Fogarty and Andrew Goodman to join Lions coaching ticket – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-26Richard Wigglesworth is set to be a surprise inclusion on Andy Farrell’s coaching staff for the British & Irish Lions tour of Australia.
Wigglesworth set to be part of Farrell’s British & Irish Lions coaching team | British & Irish LionsUnited Kingdom· 2025-03-24
Wigglesworth and Harrison have seen their stock rise during the campaign.
Andy Farrell likely to overlook England coaches for British & Irish Lions staff – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-16
Both Wigglesworth and Harrison have seen their stock rise during the campaign.
Farrell looks likely to overlook England coaches for his British Lions staff | British & Irish LionsUnited Kingdom· 2025-03-16It is said Richard Wigglesworth played a key role in encouraging Borthwick that more work needed to be done to hone the attack.
All the ingredients but no signature dish: England’s attack seeks sizzle | England rugby union teamUnited Kingdom· 2025-03-08
