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'Tough and brave' Fin Smith backed to star on first England start against France
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The 22-year-old Northampton player will start at fly-half while Marcus Smith replaces Freddie Steward at full-back.
Yesterday at 01:20 PM
The 22-year-old Northampton player will start at fly-half while Marcus Smith replaces Freddie Steward at full-back.
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