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Sam Riley

b. 2001

English rugby union player

Rugby union player
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About Sam Riley

Born 2001. Sam Riley is a British rugby union player.

Club career Riley first joined the Harlequins academy at the age of 15. He graduated to the senior side ahead of the 2019–20 season. By this point in his career he had already been with the Harlequins setup for six years.

In December 2025, he scored two tries in the Champions Cup during a 68–14 victory against Bayonne.

International career Riley has represented England at age grade level having competed for both the under-16 and under-18 team. He then started in the last round of the competition as England defeated Italy at Cardiff Arms Park to complete a Grand slam.

In February 2024 Riley was called up to the England A side alongside Harlequins teammates Fin Baxter, Oscar Beard and Cadan Murley and scored a try in a victory over Portugal.

Honours

England U20 Six Nations Under 20s Championship: 2021 U20s Grand Slam: 2021

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Important facts

Born
23 April 2001, Chertsey
Birth century
21st century
Occupation
Rugby union player
Nationality
United Kingdom
Education
St George's College Weybridge

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Sam Riley?

English rugby union player

When was Sam Riley born?

Sam Riley was born on 23 April 2001 in Chertsey.

What is Sam Riley's occupation?

Sam Riley is a rugby union player.

What nationality is Sam Riley?

Sam Riley is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Sam Riley

· Wikidata: Q124397453

· DBpedia: Sam Riley (rugby union)

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