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Marcell Coetzee

Position
Flanker
Age
35
Height
191cm
Weight
118kg
Nation
South Africa
Marcell Coetzee is a professional flanker for the Bulls, hunting turnovers and carrying as a loose forward. Track Marcell's fixtures, results, team news and match appearances across the URC and Currie Cup on Octafield.

Octafield Performance Index

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62.9
Index
65thof 632 loose forwards
343rd overall · top 10% at loose forwards
Attack
59
Defence
68
Impact
65
Per-80-minute output vs other loose forwards, weighted for competition strength. Marcell has 80 matches on record.
Scouting Report
✦ Analyst's Take
Relentless carrier and defensive cornerstone

Coetzee's match data paints a picture of a player who shoulders enormous workload on both sides of the ball, averaging nearly nine carries and over ten tackles per game across more than 80 appearances. His single-game peaks of 25 tackles and 17 carries demonstrate the capacity to dominate individually when matches demand it. That consistency across five competitions underlines a flanker built for high-volume, high-impact rugby.

AI-generated from Octafield match data
2026 United Rugby Championship
20
Points
4
Tries
Latest News
Bulls vs Scarlets URC 2026: Ackermann Makes 13 Changes
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Bulls vs Scarlets URC 2026: Ackermann Makes 13 Changes
Johan Ackermann rings 13 changes as the Bulls host Scarlets at Loftus Versfeld in their final home URC fixture of 2026. ...
Marcell Coetzee Returns as Bulls Captain vs Ulster URC 2026
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Marcell Coetzee Returns as Bulls Captain vs Ulster URC 2026
Marcell Coetzee reclaims the Bulls captaincy for Saturday's URC clash against Ulster at Loftus Versfeld, with three fron...
Marcell Coetzee: Ackermann Backs Bulls Captain
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Marcell Coetzee: Ackermann Backs Bulls Captain
Johan Ackermann has publicly backed Marcell Coetzee as the Bulls' leader for the long haul. Here's why it matters with S...
Marcell Coetzee: Every Bulls Game Precious Now
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Marcell Coetzee: Every Bulls Game Precious Now
Marcell Coetzee issues a stark warning ahead of the Bulls' URC clash with Dragons. Every point counts as Pretoria's play...
URC 2025/26 Stats
Marcell's ball-in-hand and defensive output across the season.
URC 2025/26
5
Tries scored
25
Points
Attack
Running Metres293
Carries151
Clean Breaks2
Defenders Beaten30
Offloads16
Defence
Tackles Made194
Turnovers Won6
Tackle Success85%
Official Opta match data · United Rugby Championship 2025/26 season.
Match History
United Rugby Championship2026/274 apps · 4T
OpponentMinCarMtrTck
Scarlets crestvs Scarlets2T31 Oct 202640425Ulster crestvs Ulster2T24 Oct 202670123520Munster crestvs Munster03 Oct 202671143422Zebre crestvs Zebre26 Sept 202670177111
Total2514714258
Rugby's Greatest Rivalry20261 app · 1T
OpponentMinCarMtrTck
New Zealand crestvs New Zealand1T15 Aug 202680137416
Total80137416
Currie Cup20251 app · 1T
OpponentMinCarMtrTck
Cheetahs crestvs Cheetahs1T06 Sept 2025————
Total————
Challenge Cup2024/252 apps
OpponentMinCarMtrTck
Edinburgh crestvs Edinburgh12 Apr 202541558Aviron Bayonnais crestvs Aviron Bayonnais05 Apr 202580134615
Total121185123
About Marcell Coetzee

Born on 8 May 1991, Marcell is 35 years old, stands 191cm (6′3″) tall and weighs 118kg. Marcell has been capped by South Africa at international level.

Marcell Coetzee is a professional rugby union flanker registered with the Bulls, the Pretoria-based franchise. He forms part of the matchday squad and is tasked with hunting turnovers and carrying as a loose forward.

As a flanker, Marcell features for the Bulls across the United Rugby Championship, the Currie Cup and European club competition, with home fixtures played at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria.

Follow Marcell Coetzee's match appearances, fixtures, results and the latest Bulls news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.

Frequently Asked
What position does Marcell Coetzee play?
Marcell Coetzee plays flanker for the Bulls.
Which team does Marcell Coetzee play for?
Marcell Coetzee plays for the Bulls, the Pretoria-based side competing in the United Rugby Championship and Currie Cup.
Where do the Bulls play their home games?
The Bulls play their home matches at Loftus Versfeld in Pretoria, South Africa.
Where can I follow Marcell Coetzee's fixtures and stats?
Follow Marcell Coetzee's fixtures, results, match appearances and Bulls news on Octafield — South Africa's home of rugby.
How old is Marcell Coetzee?
Marcell Coetzee is 35 years old (born 8 May 1991).
How tall is Marcell Coetzee?
Marcell Coetzee is 191cm tall (6′3″), weighing 118kg.
What nationality is Marcell Coetzee?
Marcell Coetzee was born in South Africa and has represented South Africa at international level.
What are Marcell Coetzee's URC stats this season?
In the 2025/26 United Rugby Championship, Marcell Coetzee has recorded 5 tries, 25 points, 151 carries, 293 running metres, 2 clean breaks, 30 defenders beaten, 194 tackles and 6 turnovers won.
How many tries has Marcell Coetzee scored this season?
Marcell Coetzee has scored 5 tries in the 2025/26 United Rugby Championship season.
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