Danilo Fischetti began his journey in the world of rugby at Aprilia Rugby, formerly Garibaldina Rugby Aprilia, in Aprilia, in the province of Latina. From there, he continued his sporting growth by moving to Rugby Lanuvio in Lanuvio, a municipality in the province of Rome. Already at the age of 16, his talent brought him into the youth teams of the renowned Capitolina Rugby, preparing him for even more ambitious challenges.
The rise with the FIR Academy and the Under-20 national team
In 2016, Danilo was selected for the FIR “Ivan Francescato” Academy, where he showed his potential in the Under-20 Six Nations. His determination and abilities made him a reference point for the Italian Under-20 national team, preparing him for the next step into professional rugby.
Success at Calvisano and entry into Zebre
In 2017, Danilo signed with Calvisano, where he quickly made his mark in Italian rugby. In 2019, he celebrated winning the Italian championship title with Calvisano, also earning individual recognition as the best player of the championship. During his time there, he was a permit player for Zebre, the federal club from Parma, before being acquired full-time in May 2019.
The call-up to the 2019 World Cup
Danilo was called up as an emergency replacement by head coach Conor O'Shea during the summer preparation for the 2019 World Cup. Although he was initially not included in the final squad, he was called up during the competition to replace injured players. Although he did not make his debut due to a World Rugby decision, his entry into the international context was now a certainty.
Establishment with Italy and Franco Smith’s call-ups
Franco Smith recognized Danilo’s value, confirming him in Italy’s roster for the 2020 Six Nations, where he made his international debut against Wales at the Millennium Stadium. His constant presence on the field throughout the tournament demonstrated his importance to the national team. His international adventure continued with the Autumn Nations Cup, confirming his crucial role in the future of Italian rugby.
The bright future of Danilo Fischetti
With such a promising start and a series of successes both at club and international level, Danilo Fischetti continues to emerge as one of the brightest talents in the Italian rugby scene. His dedication, combined with his natural talent, makes him a central figure in the future ambitions of the Italian National Team and a pillar in his club teams.