Callum Smith vs. Erik Skoglund was a professional boxing match contested on 16 September 2017.

[7][8] On 19 July, Smith confirmed the fight would take place at the Echo Arena in Liverpool on 16 September 2017.

Skoglund, who had previously fought in Sweden, Finland, Denmark and Germany, said he had no issues with traveling to England, as he was looking to prove himself.

The fight would go the full 12 rounds and Smith won a clear unanimous decision with scores of 116–112, 117–110 & 117–111.

[9] Smith moved in the WBSS semi final to face the winner of the Jürgen Brähmer vs. Robert Brant bout on 27 October 2017.