Luke Rowe

Luke Jonathan Rowe (born 16 September 1991) is a New Zealand footballer who plays in England for the side Rugby Borough, where he plays as a defender.

Playing career Wellington Phoenix In June 2012 Rowe was named as one of eight inaugural players to join the Wellington Phoenix academy dubbed the 'Football School of Excellence'. Due to seven Phoenix players being away on international duty Rowe and fellow FSE player Tom Biss where called on to make their debuts in a round 2 away fixture against Melbourne Heart. Despite four players making their debut the Phoenix managed come away with a 1–1 draw. Rowe played a full 90 minutes at left back.

Eastwood Town Luke Rowe joined Northern Premier League Division One South side Eastwood Town in October 2013, he only went on to make four appearances for the club (two league appearances), before departing in December 2013.

Rugby Borough In June 2025, Rowe joined Northern Premier League Division One Midlands side Rugby Borough following ten seasons with Bedworth United.

International career Rowe represented New Zealand at the 2011 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Colombia.

In mid-2012 Rowe was named as one of four players on standby for the New Zealand Olympic Football team competing at the London Olympics.

International goals and caps New Zealand's goal tally first. International appearances and goals # Date Venue Opponent Result Competition Goal Match Report20131 26 March Lawson Tama Stadium, Honiara 2–0 2014 FIFA World Cup Qualifier NZ Football