Freddie Steward returns at full-back for England’s semi-final with South AfricaBy Duncan Bech, PA England Rugby Correspondent, ParisFreddie Steward returns at full-back in one of three changes made by England for Saturday’s World Cup semi-final against South Africa at Stade de France. Steward provides high-ball expertise, positional savvy and solid defence and is the safer option in the position given the strength of South Africa’s kicking game. “Through this tournament the team has progressed, with the players repeatedly finding a way to win, sometimes in challenging circumstances. “We will once again need to be at our very best this weekend as we face an excellent team in South Africa. Freddie Steward returns at full-back for England.

Source: Irish Independent October 20, 2023 01:47 UTC