France, England and Marcus Smith

England player ratings vs France: Fin Smith majestic but Marcus Smith struggles in shaky display
England ignited their Six Nations’ hopes with a last-gasp victory over France. Elliot Daly was England’s hero, scoring a try in the dying moments and Fin Smith converted it to secure a 26-25 victory for Steve Borthwick’s side.
England ratings: Fin Smith shines but Marcus Smith’s missed kicks almost cost England vs France
BRAVE England put past behind them to BEAT one of the best French side’s in living memory in a thrilling 26-25 Six Nations crunch clash. People were saying prayers for England before
Rugby-Fin Smith at 10 for England v France, Marcus at fullback
By Mitch Phillips BAGSHOT, England (Reuters) -Fin Smith will start at flyhalf for England at home to France on Saturday, with Marcus Smith switching to fullback, as coach Steve Borthwick seeks to reignite his attack and get a win to revive his team's Six Nations campaign.
Six Nations 2025: Antoine Dupont wary of Fin Smith and Marcus Smith threat in England vs France
England made three changes to their side for Saturdays Six Nations home game with France, with Fin Smith, Tom Willis and Ollie Sleightholme coming in to start; Smiths introduction is likely to change
Six Nations: Steve Borthwick excited for England's Fin, Marcus Smith combo
England coach Steve Borthwick has said he is excited to unleash the Fin Smith, Marcus Smith combination against France at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham on Saturday.
My two big fears about England switching Marcus Smith to full-back
Smith’s heart is not at full-back, and with Fin Smith set to play No 10 against France it could be the change that dictates Steve Borthwick’s future
England take Marcus Smith gamble for France clash as Fin Smith replaces him for first start
England will play Fin Smith at fly-half as the Northampton Saint gets his first international start with Marcus Smith dropping back to fullback for the Six Nations clash with France
If Marcus Smith is ever going to start at full-back, France is the game
On balance, Steve Borthwick’s first selection curveball of the Six Nations was successful. While the line-out was compromised, a back row compromising the Curry twins and Ben Earl embodied the energy and effort that allowed England to stay in touch with Ireland until the hour mark.
England consider unleashing Marcus Smith and Fin Smith on France
England are giving strong consideration to fielding playmakers Marcus Smith and Fin Smith in their backline against France in the hope of igniting their Guinness Six Nations. Marcus Smith has been first choice fly-half since the 2023 World Cup but he could be moved to full-back for Saturday’s Allianz Stadium showdown to accommodate his namesake’s promotion to the starting XV.
Fin Smith at 10 for England v France, Marcus at fullback
Fin Smith will start at flyhalf for England against France on Saturday, with Marcus Smith switching to fullback, as coach Steve Borthwick seeks to reignite his attack and get a win to revive his team's Six Nations campaign.
Dad's joy ahead of Fin Smith's first England start
Andrew Smith (third from left) is excited but nervous to see Fin (second left) make his first England start The father of a professional rugby player making his first international start has said he is "thrilled" by the news.
Steve Borthwick tells Marcus Smith: Be a game-changer against France
Steve Borthwick has tasked Marcus Smith with changing the game from full-back after dropping Freddie Steward from his ...
Super Stream 59 | Former Eagles player Marcus Smith joins Radio Row
Bill Anderson is live from New Orleans for Day 3 of Super Stream 59 and catches up with former Eagles player Marcus Smith ...