Marcus Smith urges patience as England strive to reach the top
- England's rugby team lost a heated match against New Zealand with a score of 24-22 at the Allianz Stadium.
- Marcus Smith urged teammates to learn from the experiences of renowned athletes Usain Bolt and Dan Carter, emphasizing the need for patience and growth.
- Despite the loss, there is optimism within the team as they look forward to their next match against Australia, with a call to maintain confidence.
England's national rugby team, following a narrow defeat against New Zealand, faces increasing scrutiny over their performance. The match, held at Allianz Stadium, ended with a score of 24-22, marking England's third consecutive loss to the All Blacks by a close margin of only 10 points across these matches. Marcus Smith, reflecting on the loss, suggested players draw inspiration from Usain Bolt and Dan Carter, noting that success in sports often requires patience and resilience. He emphasized that experiences, though painful, could ultimately lead to growth for the team. Smith discussed the challenges faced by George Ford, who replaced him during the match and struggled due to a long absence from play due to injury, impacting Ford's performance as a kicker. Despite the setbacks, Smith remained optimistic about England's future performance and urged his teammates to maintain their confidence as they prepare for their next encounter against Australia.