Declan Rice returns to England training, Reece James still sidelined
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 5:01 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Declan Rice resumed training with England on Friday, following a brief absence due to a calf issue. Reece James did not participate in the session and remains a doubt for the upcoming match against Panama due to a hamstring injury sustained during the 0-0 draw with Ghana. James has been following an individual training program, increasing concerns about his availability for the tournament. England's coach Thomas Tuchel is assessing other options at right-back, including Jarell Quansah, Djed Spence, and Ezri Konsa. Rice's potential appearance is complicated by a risk of suspension for the knockout stages after receiving a booking against Ghana. The match against Panama is set for Saturday at 22:00 BST.
- •Declan Rice returns from a calf injury to training.
- •Reece James misses training due to a hamstring issue.
- •England faces Panama in a critical group match on Saturday.
- •Potential substitutes for James include Jarell Quansah and Djed Spence.
- •Rice could risk suspension if he plays and is booked again.
- 5:01 PMYahoo Sports — Rice back in England training but James misses out again
- 4:54 PMBBC Sport — Rice back in England training but James misses out again
"Declan Rice returns to England training on Friday, but Reece James again misses out and remains a doubt to face Panama.
"Declan Rice returns to England training on Friday, but Reece James again misses out and remains a doubt to face Panama.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 26, 2026, 5:01 PMRice back in England training but James misses out again
Declan Rice returns to England training on Friday, but Reece James again misses out and remains a doubt to face Panama.
- BBC SportJun 26, 2026, 4:54 PMRice back in England training but James misses out again
Declan Rice returns to England training on Friday, but Reece James again misses out and remains a doubt to face Panama.
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