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Reece James facing fitness doubts before England's World Cup match against Mexico

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 5:15 AM

Last updated Jul 5, 2026

Reece James facing fitness doubts before England's World Cup match against Mexico

Summary

Reece James is doubtful for England's World Cup clash against Mexico on July 6 at Estadio Azteca. He missed a crucial training session due to a hamstring injury sustained in a group stage match against Ghana. Manager Thomas Tuchel is hopeful to field Jarell Quansah, who has returned to training following an ankle injury. England must perform strongly against Mexico, who have won all four of their matches so far without conceding a goal. Declan Rice plans to start despite his own hamstring issue.

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•James missed England's final training session ahead of the match.
•Quansah is available after recovering from an ankle injury.
•Declan Rice is expected to play despite a hamstring concern.
•Mexico has won all matches in the tournament without conceding.
•The match takes place at the high-altitude venue of Estadio Azteca.

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5:15 AMYahoo Sports — Reece James doubtful for England’s crunch World Cup clash with Mexico

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Manager Thomas Tuchel continues to sweat over the fitness of Reece James ahead of England’s daunting test against co-hosts Mexico. James missed the Three Lions’ final training session and is a do...
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