About Franco Smith
Born 2000. Franco Smith is a South African rugby union player.
Franco Smith (born 3 May 2000) is a Welsh-born South African rugby union player, currently playing for European Rugby Challenge Cup side . His preferred position is centre. He is the son of former Springbok player and Glasgow Warriors coach Franco Smith, and Welsh and Italian qualified by birth and residency respectively.
Smith was named Permit player for Benetton for the 2021–22 season. He joined Zebre Parma on loan in May 2022. He made his debut in the re-arranged Round 12 of the 2021–22 United Rugby Championship against . He played with Italian team Zebre Parma until 2023–24 season.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Franco Smith?
South African rugby union player (born 2000)
When was Franco Smith born?
Franco Smith was born on 3 May 2000 in Newport.
What is Franco Smith's occupation?
Franco Smith is a rugby union player.
What nationality is Franco Smith?
Franco Smith is South African.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Franco Smith (rugby union, born 2000)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Franco Smith. https://biography.guide/franco-smith-rugby-union-player/
MLA: "Franco Smith." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/franco-smith-rugby-union-player/.
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