Marcus Smith remains focused on further improvement for the England squad following their dominant 11-try victory over Fiji. Despite ending a five-game losing streak, Smith emphasized that the team must remain critical of their performance. His primary goal is to conclude the summer tour by ending Argentina’s undefeated record at the Estadio Unico Madre de Ciudades in Santiago del Estero.
During the match against Fiji, Smith stepped in at scrum-half for the final 23 minutes after Alex Mitchell suffered a hamstring injury. Although primarily a fly-half, Smith successfully adapted to the position he last played during his school years in Singapore and the Philippines. This display of versatility has sparked discussion regarding whether head coach Steve Borthwick might utilize a seven-forward bench split in future matches.
The upcoming game in Argentina serves as the final stop of England’s extensive three-week, 25,000-mile journey. For Smith, the trip offers a chance to reunite with Harlequins teammates like Rodrigo Isgro and Guido Petti. He noted the deep passion of the Argentine public and expressed excitement about experiencing the local culture, including the traditional herbal drink, mate, before returning home.
