Declan Rice anticipates opportunities at every corner for England
5 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 9:45 AM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Declan Rice expressed confidence in his corner-taking abilities ahead of the World Cup, stating he feels he could secure an assist "every time" he delivers a corner. Rice cited England's recent success with set-pieces, including a strong performance in their 4-2 victory over Croatia, where he assisted Harry Kane's goals. He highlighted his role as Arsenal's designated set-piece taker and noted the tactical preparation England has undertaken since manager Thomas Tuchel's arrival. Reece James, also representing England, commented on his fitness ahead of the tournament, having battled injuries in the past but feeling fit for the World Cup.
- •Rice emphasizes confidence in set-piece deliveries.
- •England scored twice from set-pieces against Croatia.
- •Rice is a key set-piece taker for both Arsenal and England.
- •Reece James discusses overcoming injury concerns for the World Cup.
- •Tuchel has implemented tactical changes for set-piece strategy.
- 9:45 AMYahoo Sports — Rice keen to bring Arsenal set-piece threat to England
- 5:26 AMYahoo Sports — Rice says England fans ‘can be excited’ about set-piece prowess
- 1:03 AMYahoo Sports — Rice feels like he will get an assist at every corner
- 1:03 AMBBC Sport — Rice feels like he will get an assist at every corner
"Declan Rice senses he will get an assist every time he takes a set-piece as England attempt to tap into the Arsenal midfielder’s dead-ball expertise at the World Cup. Mikel Arteta’s men scored 25 goals from set plays on their way to lifting a first Premier League title since 2004, with that prowess also helping them reach a second Champions League final.
"Declan Rice is keen to bring Arsenal’s set-piece threat to the England team to aid the Three Lions’ hopes of success at this summer’s World Cup.England showcased their set-piece threat during th...
"Declan Rice feels like he will get an assist "every time" he takes a corner - and says England fans should be "excited" for what is to come at the World Cup.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 21, 2026, 9:45 AMRice keen to bring Arsenal set-piece threat to England
Declan Rice is keen to bring Arsenal’s set-piece threat to the England team to aid the Three Lions’ hopes of success at this summer’s World Cup.England showcased their set-piece threat during th...
- Yahoo SportsJun 21, 2026, 5:26 AMRice says England fans ‘can be excited’ about set-piece prowess
Declan Rice senses he will get an assist every time he takes a set-piece as England attempt to tap into the Arsenal midfielder’s dead-ball expertise at the World Cup. Mikel Arteta’s men scored 25 goals from set plays on their way to lifting a first Premier League title since 2004, with that prowess also helping them reach a second Champions League final.
- Yahoo SportsJun 21, 2026, 1:03 AMRice feels like he will get an assist at every corner
Declan Rice feels like he will get an assist "every time" he takes a corner - and says England fans should be "excited" for what is to come at the World Cup.
- BBC SportJun 21, 2026, 1:03 AMRice feels like he will get an assist at every corner
Declan Rice feels like he will get an assist "every time" he takes a corner - and says England fans should be "excited" for what is to come at the World Cup.
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