Fin Smith warns England to improve ahead of autumn matches
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 9:36 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Fin Smith, England's fly-half, stated that a poor performance during the autumn matches would raise serious concerns about the team's direction. England's upcoming schedule includes matches against Australia, Japan, and New Zealand in November, following a disappointing Six Nations and a mixed summer campaign. Smith emphasized the importance of adapting to England's tactical style and highlighted the need for improvement given their recent form, which includes only three wins in eight Tests this year. England previously achieved a notable victory against New Zealand last November but has since struggled, underscoring the urgency for a positive showing this autumn.
- •England will face Australia, Japan, and New Zealand in November.
- •Smith emphasizes need for improvement after recent poor form.
- •Team has lost four out of its last eight Tests.
- •England's notable win against New Zealand was last November.
- 9:36 PMBBC Sport — Fin Smith sets England autumn ultimatum to hit form
"England fly-half Fin Smith says an under-par autumn would trigger fundamental questions about the team's direction.
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