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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Will Castle

Is Declan Rice fit to start against Argentina after illness and injury blows?

  • England midfielder Declan Rice trained with the squad on Tuesday, significantly boosting his chances of starting the World Cup semi-final against Argentina.
  • Manager Thomas Tuchel expressed confidence in Rice's fitness, stating he is ready to start the crucial match in Atlanta despite recent health concerns.
  • Rice had been unwell and bedridden for three days leading up to the quarter-final against Norway, where he was substituted at half-time, and has also been managing a persistent hamstring issue since Christmas.
  • Tuchel confirmed that all players are fit to start, with the exceptions of Jordan Henderson, who missed training due to arm surgery, and Jarell Quansah, who is serving a two-match ban.
  • Right-back Reece James is also pushing for a starting spot, having returned from a three-game hamstring absence as a second-half substitute against Norway.

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