Declan Rice anticipates opportunities at every corner for England
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 1:03 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.
- 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 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.
"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, 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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