Quick Info
| Profession | Rugby union coach; former rugby league footballer |
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| Nationality | English |
| Date of Birth | 17/10/1966 |
| Age | 59 years |
| Birthplace | Wigan, England |
Latest News about Shaun Edwards
15/03/2026
Shaun Edwards was widely praised for his strategic leadership as the defence coach of the France national rugby team during the 2026 Six Nations Championship. His defensive systems were credited with helping France secure key victories against top-tier opponents, reinforcing their status as a dominant force in European rugby.
10/01/2026
Shaun Edwards received international recognition for his long-standing contribution to rugby, with multiple sports organizations highlighting his unique dual legacy as both a record-breaking rugby league player and a highly successful rugby union coach. His work with France, Wales, and the Lions was specifically cited as transformative for the sport.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Shaun Edwards |
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| Known For | Defence coach for the France national rugby team; former rugby league player |
| Honours | OBE |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 1.73 m |
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| Weight | 74 kg |
Personal Life
| Birth Name | Shaun Edwards |
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Career
| Playing Career | Former rugby league footballer, mainly as a scrum-half or stand-off |
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| Coaching Career | Rugby union coach; defence coach for the France national team |
| Achievements | Most decorated player in rugby league history with 37 winner's medals; inducted into the Rugby League Hall of Fame in 2015; played for Wigan between 1983 and 1997; won a record eight championships and a record nine Challenge Cups with Wigan; appeared in 11 Challenge Cup finals; coached London Wasps as assistant coach from 2001 and as head coach from 2005 to 2011; coached Wales national team as assistant coach from 2008 to 2012, winning the Grand Slam in 2008; coached British and Irish Lions on their 2009 tour to South Africa; won three consecutive Premiership titles with Wasps (2003, 2004, 2005) and the Anglo-Welsh Cup in 2006 |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Born in Wigan, England. | |
| 2. Began his senior rugby league career with Wigan at a young age. | |
| 3. Was known as one of the most decorated players in rugby league history. | |
| 4. Also represented Ireland and England in rugby league during his playing career. | |
| 5. Received the OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) for his services to sport. |