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The Latest Breaking News from Marcus Smith

Borthwick’s new England are stuck in a time warp with few signs of change

Morale-boosting win over Japan cannot conceal issues facing a coach who could be running out of time

The Guardian - UK

Marcus Smith insists he is still developing despite praise from Eddie Jones

Jones, England’s head coach from 2015 to 2022, gave the 25-year-old his Test debut in 2021.

The Independent UK

5 things England learned from a challenging autumn

England won one and lost three of their four Autumn Nations Series matches.

The Independent UK

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England 59-14 Japan: Respite for Steve Borthwick as Eddie Jones' inexperienced Brave Blossoms blown away

England ended five-match losing run in comprehensive fashion

Evening Standard

England player ratings vs Japan: Ollie Sleightholme a big positive with Marcus Smith classy again

England enjoyed a more routine afternoon with a nine-try win over Japan

Evening Standard

Impressive England put Japan to the sword but frustrating autumn ends with another missed opportunity

England 59-14 Japan: A full-strength England ran in nine tries to close a difficult November with a much-needed win

The Independent UK

England must up the offloads against Japan in search of win

Japan present a thankless task but England still have plenty to play for - not least to reboot the regime

The Guardian - UK

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The challenge for England is clear: they have to shut Japan out

After conceding 12 tries in three games, the defence will be under scrutiny at Twickenham and they need to stop the opposition scoring

The Guardian - UK

Tom Curry passed fit to start England’s clash with Japan on Sunday

George Furbank returns at full-back.

The Independent UK

England vs Japan team news: Tom Curry starts after concussion concerns as exciting youngster handed debut

Prop Asher Opoku-Fordjour is set to make his debut off the bench with Steve Borthwick naming a strong side

The Independent UK

SixNations: Full Contact season 2 — release date, players, what happens, episode guide, trailer and everything about the rugby series

SixNations: Full Contact season 2 arrives on Netflix to catch up with the players at the heart of the 2024 Six Nations action, including England’s Marcus Smith.

WhatToWatch

England are not yet in crisis but Six Nations could be decisive for Borthwick

Defeat at the hands of South Africa was to be expected, but the Six Nations looms as kill or cure for the coach’s project

The Guardian - UK

Steve Borthwick is safe for now – but history shows a cautionary tale for underperforming England

Small signs of progress have been shown by England this November but Borthwick is under pressure after five consecutive defeats

The Independent UK

Five things we learned in England’s loss to South Africa

Self-inflicted errors led to a fifth straight loss but Marcus Smith’s stock is on the rise along with the absent Alex Mitchell.

The Independent UK

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The Guardian - UK

Eben Etzebeth shows why he is the heart and soul of South Africa

Lock shines with ruthless display of energy and aggression for a team who know how to win playing within themselves

The Guardian - UK

England 20-29 South Africa: Autumn Nations Series player ratings

Cheslin Kolbe was superb for South Africa and Sam Underhill was exceptional but it was a struggle for the rest of the England pack

Evening Standard

England 20-29 South Africa: Steve Borthwick's side entertaining again but Springboks extend losing run

Pressure building on Steve Borthwick as disappointing autumn continued

The Guardian - UK

England offer glimpse of brighter future but Kolbe double gives South Africa win

Steve Borthwick’s side answered a few questions about their direction but ultimately fell to a 29-20 defeat against the Springboks

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The Independent UK

England’s losing run continues with defeat to world champions South Africa

England were beaten 29-20 by the back-to-back Rugby World Cup winners at Twickenham.

The Independent UK

Brutal Springboks show champion qualities to pile more misery on valiant England

England 20-29 South Africa: Cheslin Kolbe scored twice as the Springboks prevailed in a ferocious contest

Evening Standard

England player ratings vs South Africa: Sam Underhill a machine but Freddie Steward struggles

England made a fast start at Allianz Stadium but Springboks proved too strong

The Guardian - UK

Rassie Erasmus expects aerial attack from Borthwick’s struggling England

Rassie Erasmus said South Africa expect England to ‘squeeze us with the kicking game’ at Twickenham on Saturday

The Independent UK

England vs South Africa team news: Freddie Steward and Jack van Poortvliet start against Springboks

Steve Borthwick makes four changes to his starting side

The Independent UK

England mull changes for Springboks clash to combat ‘unintended consequences’ of law tweak

The crackdown on ‘escorting’ from retreating players underneath kicks has had a major impact on the Autumn Nations Series

The Guardian - UK

Rassie Erasmus calls on doctor to deliver message: Springboks are ready

Despite having less time than England to prepare, South Africa hope Bomb Squad can give impression of strength

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