Rugby

England faces setback ahead of Fiji clash

Mosese Raqio Multimedia Journalist [email protected]

November 5, 2025 6:00 am

Freddie Steward

England full-back Freddie Steward is in doubt for Saturday’s test against the Fiji Water Flying Fijians after suffering a hand injury in their 25–7 win over Australia.

The Leicester star missed training on Monday and Tuesday and faces a race to be fit before the team is named.

If he’s ruled out, England could be forced to turn to Marcus Smith, Tommy Freeman or Tom Roebuck, with George Furbank and Elliot Daly already sidelined.

Coach Steve Borthwick is also considering giving Ben Earl a run at inside centre as England look to build positional flexibility ahead of the 2027 Rugby World Cup.

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