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Smith’s replacement in England squad confirmed

SQUAD UPDATE: England revealed Fin Smith's replacement after the Northampton Saints playmakers suffered a calf injury against Leicester Tigers in the Gallagher Prem this past weekend.

Published: Monday, 26 October 2026 at 12:46 PM
Smith’s replacement in England squad confirmed
Key Things to Know
  • Gloucester's Charlie Atkinson has replaced the injured Fin Smith in England's training squad.
  • Fin Smith suffered a calf injury playing for Northampton Saints against Leicester Tigers.
  • Smith will remain with the England squad to continue his injury rehabilitation.
The Story in 60 Seconds

England have called up Gloucester fly-half Charlie Atkinson to replace Northampton Saints playmaker Fin Smith in their training squad. Smith suffered a calf injury while playing against Leicester Tigers in the Gallagher Premiership and will remain with England to continue his rehabilitation.

The update comes as England opened a three-day training camp at Pennyhill Park to prepare for the upcoming Nations Championship. England are scheduled to face Australia at Allianz Stadium on Sunday, November 8, before upcoming fixtures against Japan and New Zealand.

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