- England manager Thomas Tuchel has expressed concern over the team's right-back situation ahead of the World Cup knockout stage.
- First-choice right-back Reece James is battling a hamstring injury, while his replacement Jarell Quansah limped off with an ankle twist during the 2-0 victory against Panama.
- Quansah's injury adds to existing concerns, as fellow full-back Tino Livramento had already withdrawn from the squad due to a calf issue.
- Despite goals from Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane securing the win over Panama, Tuchel admitted worries about the fitness of James and Quansah for the upcoming matches.
- England is set to face DR Congo in the round-of-32 tie in Atlanta on Wednesday, with Tuchel confident in finding solutions for the defensive challenges.
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Thomas Tuchel gives England injury update in ‘tight race’ for DR Congo
Thomas Tuchel
England
Jarell Quansah
Reece James
DR Congo
Harry Kane
Jude Bellingham
Tino Livramento
Panama
World Cup
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