FRANCKE HORN

Lions take lessons despite Challenge Cup heartbreak

Lions captain Francke Horn believes there are valuable takeaways from their final EPCR Challenge Cup outing, even though the result ended their campaign.

19 Jan 2026

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Lions captain Francke Horn hails forwards following win over Sharks

A happy Francke Horn was full of praise for his teammates following their last-gasp 23-22 United Rugby Championship victory over the Sharks in Durban on Saturday.

04 Jan 2026

Lions captain Francke Horn relieved to get first URC victory of the season

The Lions are finally back to winning ways, much to the relief of captain Francke Horn and coach Ivan van Rooyen.

19 Oct 2025

Lions captain Francke Horn ruled out for remainder of URC season with injury

Lions captain Francke Horn will miss the rest of the United Rugby Championship season due to injury, in a blow not only to his club's campaign but also to his hopes of earning a Springbok call-up.

22 Apr 2025

Lions captain Francke Horn hails teammates' effort against Bok-laden Stormers

Francke Horn was immensely proud of his charges after the Lions defeated the Stormers 30-23 in their United Rugby Championship clash at Emirates Airline Park on Saturday

17 Feb 2025