Northampton’s Lee Radford has been appointed as the new defence coach for the Scotland international rugby team.

The 46-year-old will begin his role with Gregor Townsend’s men in November ahead of their Quilter Nations Series matches.

Radford has been in a similar role with Northampton Saints for the last two years, helping them win the Gallagher PREM in 2024 and reach the final of Investec Champions Cup this year.

He will continue to work with Saints this season, combining his role with Scottish Rugby, before going full-time with the national team, where he has signed a contract until the end of the 2027/28 season.

Previously Radford has coached Castleford Tigers, Samoa and Hull FC in Rugby League.

In 2022, he was the defence coach for Samoa as they reached the final of the Rugby Lea

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