Reece James ruled out for England's final group stage match against Panama
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 1:04 AM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Chelsea defender Reece James will miss England's last group stage game at the World Cup against Panama due to a minor hamstring injury. Thomas Tuchel expressed surprise at James's injury after a season marked by previous setbacks. England's reliance on James's fitness has raised concerns, particularly given the absence of other natural right-backs. Tuchel noted that Jarell Quansah and Djed Spence may fill the gap left by James, but neither offers the same quality. England needs to secure victory against Panama to top Group L and advance to the knockout stage.
- •Reece James is sidelined with a minor hamstring injury.
- •Thomas Tuchel stresses the need for solutions in defense.
- •England faces Panama in their final group match.
- •Victory is required to top Group L and advance.
- •England's squad depth is tested without key players.
- 1:04 AMYahoo Sports — Thomas Tuchel’s baffling reaction to Reece James’s injury highlights England’s needless risk
"England are without the Chelsea star to conclude the group against Panama, leaving the Three Lions exposed
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