In an interview with Esquire magazine this month Matt Smith discussed how he dreamed of becoming a professional football player but an injury preventing him from carrying on, and he subsequently moved into acting.

In these latest filming pictures it seems he hasn’t completely retired his shorts and boots. Smith was snapped having a kick around with actor James Corden, who was rumoured last month to be guest starring in an episode. It is believed they are filming these scenes for episode 11 of Series 5.

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