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Declan Rice discusses injury concerns after England's win over Croatia

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 6:50 PM

Last updated Jun 21, 2026

Declan Rice discusses injury concerns after England's win over Croatia
Summary

Declan Rice experienced a hamstring issue during the second half of England's 4-2 victory against Croatia. The midfielder, who has played a demanding 63 games this season, was substituted as a precaution. He described the schedule as 'obscene' and mentioned managing neural pain since Christmas. Despite these concerns, he confirmed he is fit to start England’s next World Cup match against Ghana in Boston on June 23.

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  • •Rice played 63 matches for club and country this season.
  • •He recorded 4,456 minutes played for Arsenal.
  • •Rice confirmed his fitness for the World Cup match against Ghana.
  • •England will play Ghana in Boston on June 23.
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  • 6:50 PMYahoo Sports — Declan Rice shares impact of ‘obscene’ schedule as England midfielder reveals long-term injury concern
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Declan Rice was taken off in the second half of England’s 4-2 win over Croatia as a precautionary measure

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