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Declan Rice struggles with illness ahead of Norway game, Tuchel says

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Last updated Jul 12, 2026

Declan Rice struggles with illness ahead of Norway game, Tuchel says
Summary

Declan Rice spent most of the three days leading up to England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway in bed due to a sickness bug, according to England coach Thomas Tuchel. Despite his illness, Rice started the match but struggled in the heat and was substituted at half-time. England, who went behind early to a goal from Andreas Schjelderup, eventually claimed a 2-1 victory thanks to a goal from Jude Bellingham in extra time. The win secures England's place in the semi-finals against Argentina, scheduled for 20:00 on Wednesday, 15 July.

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By the Numbers
  • •Declan Rice in bed for three days before facing Norway.
  • •England wins 2-1 after trailing early in the match.
  • •Bellingham scores the equalizer and winner for England.
  • •England to face Argentina in the semi-finals on 15 July.
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  • 11:18 AMYahoo Sports — Rice in bed for nearly three days before Norway game - Tuchel
  • 11:15 AMBBC Football — Rice in bed for nearly three days before Norway game - Tuchel
What they're saying
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England boss Thomas Tuchel says Declan Rice was in bed for most of the three days prior to the World Cup quarter-final win against Norway because of a sickness bug the midfielder picked up.

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England boss Thomas Tuchel says Declan Rice was in bed for most of the three days prior to the World Cup quarter-final win against Norway because of a sickness bug the midfielder picked up.

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