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Borthwick sticks with Marcus Smith as England’s goal-kicker for Calcutta Cup

Steve Borthwick has given ‘world class’ Marcus Smith a vote of confidence as England’s goal-kicker for Saturday’s Calcutta Cup clash against Scotland

The Guardian - UK · Feb 18, 2025

England win has fans dreaming again as Borthwick’s plans come together

Emotional success against France captures imagination and showcases the charm and unpredictability of the Six Nations

The Guardian - UK · Feb 10, 2025

England 26-25 France: Six Nations player ratings from Twickenham

Tom Curry and Fin Smith inspire dramatic victory for hosts while Peato Mauvaka exemplified bungling visitors

The Guardian - UK · Feb 8, 2025

‘Tough and brave’ Fin Smith backed to star on first England start against France

The 22-year-old Northampton player will start at fly-half while Marcus Smith replaces Freddie Steward at full-back.

The Independent UK · Feb 6, 2025

Fin Smith starts as England fly-half against France as Steve Borthwick gambles on Marcus Smith switch

Northampton star seen as a more strategic No10, with Quins man asked to provide a counter-attacking threat from deep

Evening Standard · Feb 6, 2025

Borthwick rolls dice with Marcus Smith a ‘gamechanger’ for England after switch

Steve Borthwick believes having Marcus Smith at full-back with Fin Smith at fly-half can lift England against France on Saturday

The Guardian - UK · Feb 6, 2025

Steve Borthwick’s selection shows England’s desperation – but there is logic behind bold calls

Marcus Smith is moved to full-back against France with Fin Smith handed his first international start at fly-half

The Independent UK · Feb 6, 2025

Some games are bigger than others … so pressure is on Ireland and England

Visitors have potential to forge a winning new identity under Maro Itoje’s captaincy but the experienced Irish remain marginal favourites

The Guardian - UK · Feb 1, 2025

Is England v Ireland on TV? Kick-off time, channel and how to watch Six Nations clash

Everything you need to know ahead of the fixture in Dublin

The Independent UK · Jan 31, 2025

Ireland vs England, Six Nations 2025: Kick-off time today, TV channel, live stream, team news, lineups, h2h

Defending champions out for Dublin revenge after Twickenham drama ruined Grand Slam hopes

Evening Standard · Jan 29, 2025