Harry Kane supports Declan Rice after England squad withdrawal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 7:36 PM
Last updated Sep 23, 2026
Declan Rice withdrew from the England squad for upcoming UEFA Nations League matches, citing personal reasons. England captain Harry Kane, who recently spoke with Rice, acknowledged the midfielder's challenging season and emphasized the importance of player well-being. Five players in total, including Cole Palmer and Marcus Rashford, have stepped back from international duty, leading to new call-ups for Morgan Gibbs-White and James Garner. England will face Spain at Wembley on Saturday, followed by a match against Czechia next Tuesday.
- •Declan Rice is one of five players to withdraw from the England squad.
- •Harry Kane expressed understanding of Rice's situation and challenges last season.
- •England plays Spain on Saturday, then Czechia next Tuesday.
- •Morgan Gibbs-White and James Garner have been called up as replacements.
- 7:36 PMYahoo Sports — Harry Kane backs Declan Rice after Arsenal star explains England withdrawal
"Declan Rice was one of five players to withdraw from the England squad for their upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures, with England captain Harry Kane having since spoken to the Arsenal midfielder
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