England’s Impressive Victory, but No Time to Relax

Last weekend, England scored 11 tries and crushed Fiji. That sounds like a perfect performance, but Marcus Smith, the team’s versatile back, says there’s still plenty of work to do. He wants his teammates to stay hungry and keep getting better.

What Went Well in the Fiji Match

There were definitely bright spots. England’s attack looked sharp and created many scoring chances. The forwards did a great job winning quick ball, and the backs finished those chances well. Smith himself had a solid game, helping to set up several tries.

• England scored 11 tries, showing their attacking power.
• The team’s speed and passing were effective.
• Defensively, they held Fiji to only a few scores.

Areas That Still Need Work

Even with the big win, Smith pointed out that England made mistakes. They gave away too many penalties and lost focus at times. Against a stronger team like Argentina, those errors could cost them the game.

• England gave away too many penalties, especially in the second half.
• Their discipline slipped when the game felt already won.
• Set pieces weren’t perfect—they lost a few lineouts and scrums.

Focus on Argentina and Staying Sharp

Argentina is a tough opponent that will punish any mistake. Smith says England must be more clinical and keep pressure on for the full 80 minutes. He believes the team has the talent, but they need to stay focused and not get complacent after a big win.

If England can clean up their errors and keep their intensity high, Smith thinks they can beat Argentina. But they have to prove it on the field, not just talk about it.