Quansah and James miss England training ahead of World Cup match
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 6:52 PM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Jarell Quansah and Reece James both missed training as England's right-back concerns mount before their World Cup last-32 match against DR Congo on Wednesday. Quansah suffered a twisted ankle in England's 2-0 win over Panama, while James is sidelined with a hamstring injury. Manager Thomas Tuchel previously indicated James might be available, but his absence from training raises doubts about his participation. The injuries have sparked scrutiny regarding the squad's balance, compelling Tuchel to consider alternative options for the right-back position, such as Djed Spence and Ezri Konsa.
- •Quansah twisted his ankle against Panama and was replaced.
- •James is sidelined with a hamstring injury from the Ghana match.
- •England faces DR Congo in the World Cup on Wednesday.
- •Tuchel may use Spence or Konsa to fill the right-back position.
- •Tino Livramento withdrew from the squad before the tournament.
- 6:52 PMBBC Sport — England right-backs Quansah and James miss training
"Jarell Quansah and Reece James miss training as England's right-back issues mount before their World Cup last-32 match against DR Congo on Wednesday.
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