Freddie Steward returns at full-back for England’s semi-final with South Africa Steward was dropped for the first time in his 29-cap Test career for the last-eight victory over Fiji. The Independent UK · Oct 19, 2023
Steward set to replace Smith for England’s semi-final with South Africa Freddie Steward is in line for a recall at full‑back for England’s World Cup semi-final against South Africa on Saturday amid concerns over Marcus Smith’s fitness The Guardian - UK · Oct 18, 2023
Rassie Erasmus predicts entire England team for World Cup semi-final as mind games begin South Africa director of rugby believes England will make changes from their quarter-final win against Fiji as he soaked up the media spotlight ahead of Saturday’s Rugby World Cup semi-final The Independent UK · Oct 18, 2023
Marcus Smith hailed after ‘face smashed’ as England consider his role for World Cup semi-final The Harlequin is in contention to start England’s semi-final against South Africa, though Freddie Steward could also return The Independent UK · Oct 17, 2023
England wait on Marcus Smith’s fitness for South Africa World Cup semi-final Freddie Steward is waiting in the wings at full-back for the World Cup semi-final while Kevin Sinfield said: ‘You’re blown away by what Marcus does’ The Guardian - UK · Oct 17, 2023
Kevin Sinfield says England’s Marcus Smith now ‘world class’ at full-back Smith is competing with Freddie Steward for the number 15 jersey against South Africa. The Independent UK · Oct 17, 2023
The one change England must make to combat ‘incredible’ Springboks in World Cup semi-final England are the lone northern hemisphere hope left in the World Cup, but know a significantly stiffer challenge is coming The Independent UK · Oct 16, 2023
Is England vs Fiji on TV? Channel, start time and how to watch Rugby World Cup Everything you need to know ahead of the quarter-final The Independent UK · Oct 15, 2023
Is England vs Fiji on TV? Channel, start time and how to watch Rugby World Cup Everything you need to know ahead of the quarter-final The Independent UK · Oct 14, 2023
Joe Marler reveals why clubmate Marcus Smith will ‘thrive’ for England against Fiji Smith has been handed a major opportunity at full back in England’s World Cup quarter-final The Independent UK · Oct 13, 2023
England vs Fiji: Owen Farrell backs Marcus Smith to have ‘big impact’ from full-back in quarter-final clash Smith will make only his second start at full-back after getting the nod over Freddie Steward in a bold selection call Evening Standard · Oct 13, 2023
England vs Fiji: Steve Borthwick goes for broke with bold Marcus Smith selection Harlequins star handed second-ever start at full-back at any level Evening Standard · Oct 13, 2023
Marcus Smith given full-back role for England’s Rugby World Cup quarter-final Freddie Steward has missed out on the 23-player matchday squad. The Independent UK · Oct 13, 2023
Marcus Smith set for shock role in England’s World Cup quarter-final Owen Farrell is expected to start at fly-half ahead of George Ford The Independent UK · Oct 12, 2023
The Independent UK · Oct 12, 2023 Marcus Smith set for full-back role in England’s World Cup quarter-final Owen Farrell is expected to start at fly-half ahead of George Ford.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 12, 2023 Fiji vow to ‘shock the world’ by landing World Cup knockout blow on England Boosted by wins over Australia and England this year, Fiji believe they can put rugby’s tier-one nations ‘to sleep’, says their forwards coach, Graham Dewes
Evening Standard · Oct 12, 2023 England vs Fiji: Marcus Smith at full-back would be Steve Borthwick’s boldest selection gamble Brave decision could revitalise a stalled attack in Rugby World Cup quarter-final, but it is certainly not without risk
The Independent UK · Oct 5, 2023 Ford-Farrell experiment returns for England as Rugby World Cup knockouts loom Steve Borthwick starts both his playmakers at 10 and 12 for the final group game against Samoa
The Guardian - UK · Sep 26, 2023 Smith or Steward? Panache may trump power at full-back if England meet Fiji Fly-half’s display at No 15 against Chile gives Steve Borthwick options depending on who awaits England in the last eight
Evening Standard · Sep 25, 2023 Marcus Smith and Henry Arundell state England case as Steve Borthwick faces big decisions England now have genuine options as they try to find the best attacking configuration with quarter-finals looming
Evening Standard · Sep 25, 2023 England see Marcus Smith as genuine full-back option at Rugby World Cup after Chile heroics Freddie Steward now has a ‘viable’ rival for the No15 jersey after fly-half steals the show in new position
The Independent UK · Sep 24, 2023 Marcus Smith a ‘viable option’ for England at full-back – Richard Wigglesworth Smith excelled in the role against Chile.
Evening Standard · Sep 23, 2023 England 71-0 Chile: Henry Arundell equals record with five-try haul in huge Rugby World Cup win Marcus Smith also stars from full-back as Steve Borthwick’s much-changed side run in 11 tries to stay perfect in Pool D
Evening Standard · Sep 22, 2023 Topsy Ojo column: England back-row battle looms at World Cup as Ben Earl excels Steve Borthwick’s much-changed side will stick with the kicking game against Chile as fringe players get their chance to impress
The Guardian - UK · Sep 22, 2023 Start for Marcus Smith against Chile is no guarantee for rest of World Cup Owen Farrell’s return from suspension means Marcus Smith playing at full-back, where the 24-year-old is still hoping to wield his influence