Join the Miguel Delaney: Inside Football newsletter and get behind-the-scenes access and unrivalled insight Join the Miguel Delaney: Inside Football newsletter Join the Miguel Delaney: Inside Football newsletter Email * SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our Privacy noticeFin Smith has set his sights on leading England to the 2027 Rugby World Cup after committing his future to Northampton Saints. Smith has signed a new “multi-year” contract to remain in Northampton beyond the next World Cup, with Saints warding off suitors elsewhere in Prem Rugby and the threat of proposed breakaway competition R360. “I’ve loved my time at Saints so far and feel like I’ve developed massively as a person on and off the pitch,” Smith said. open image in gallery Fin Smith helped Northampton win the Premiership title in 2024 ( PA Wire )“A big goal I have written down for the next couple of years is to go to a Rugby World Cup.