Reece James misses training ahead of World Cup tie against Mexico

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Last updated Jul 4, 2026

Reece James misses training ahead of World Cup tie against Mexico
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Reece James did not participate in England's final training session on July 4, ahead of their World Cup last-16 match against Mexico. The Chelsea defender has missed the last two matches due to a hamstring injury sustained in a previous game against Ghana. In contrast, teammate Jarell Quansah has returned to full training and will be available for selection against Mexico, alleviating concerns at right-back after he suffered an injury in the draw with Panama. England has used Djed Spence at right-back recently, with Declan Rice finishing the last match in that position, underscoring the team's injury challenges as they prepare for the knockout stages.

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  • Reece James missed training before the Mexico match
  • Jarell Quansah returns to full training
  • James has not trained since his hamstring injury
  • Declan Rice played right-back in the last match
  • Match against Mexico scheduled for July 5 at 01:00 BST
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  • 10:20 PMYahoo SportsJames doubtful for Mexico tie but Quansah fit again
  • 10:13 PMBBC SportJames doubtful for Mexico tie but Quansah fit again
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Reece James misses training on the eve of England's World Cup last-16 tie against Mexico but Jarell Quansah is available again.

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Reece James misses training on the eve of England's World Cup last-16 tie against Mexico but Jarell Quansah is available again.

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