# Stand-in scrum-half Smith calls for improvement from England

Marcus Smith, playing as a temporary scrum-half for England's rugby team, has publicly demanded higher standards from his teammates. His comments highlight internal pressure for better performance as the team prepares for upcoming matches. The statement underscores the squad's drive to improve after recent results.

**Importance:** 3/5

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- [BBC Sport](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/articles/c621265gl77o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 15:42:11 GMT