Declan Rice is set to return to full fitness for England's match against Panama. The Arsenal star had been managing neural pain in his hamstring.
What happened?
Rice left the stadium with heavy strapping on his leg due to a suspected calf injury. Reports claimed he would miss the Panama clash as a safety precaution.
The report from The Sun claims that Rice will be okay to play if needed, and his injury is not as serious as first suggested. Rice has been wearing compression socks to help his hamstrings and back.
Why it matters for Declan Rice
Rice has been managing his hamstring issue for the last six months. He said: "I think it was a smart decision to be taken off during England's 4-2 win over Croatia last week."
"I was feeling a little bit of neural pain in my hamstring, which I was managing from after Christmas with Arsenal for a very long time," Rice added.
What comes next?
Rice will be fit to start against Panama, but he is unlikely to feature due to minor injury concerns and a yellow card that would lead to suspension if he picks up another.
England remain level with Ghana at the top of Group L, setting up a tricky final matchday. The Three Lions face Panama, a side bottom of the group with zero points, but surprisingly only 2 goals conceded after losing their opening games.
Chelsea defender Reece James is being closely monitored by medical staff, whilst Bukayo Saka is still suffering from an Achilles issue. The biggest concern for manager Thomas Tuchel, however, is Rice.
Rice's fitness is a boost for England, who need a win to finish top of the group. The match against Panama is scheduled to take place this weekend.
The England squad is preparing for the match, with Rice expected to play a part. His return to full fitness is a welcome boost for the team.
Rice's experience and skill will be crucial in the match against Panama. He has been an important player for England and Arsenal, and his fitness is a major factor in the team's success.
The match against Panama will be a tough test for England, but with Rice back to full fitness, they will be confident of getting a win. The team is ready to face the challenge and come out on top.
The final matchday of the group stage is set to be an exciting one, with England and Ghana vying for top spot. Rice's fitness will play a big role in the outcome of the match.
The England squad is focused on the task at hand, and Rice's return to full fitness is a major boost. They will be looking to get a win and finish top of the group.
The match against Panama will be a great opportunity for England to showcase their skills and secure a win. With Rice back to full fitness, they will be confident of getting the result they need.
The team is preparing for the match, and Rice's fitness is a major factor in their plans. They will be looking to use his experience and skill to their advantage.
The final matchday of the group stage is set to be an exciting one, with England and Ghana vying for top spot. Rice's fitness will play a big role in the outcome of the match, and the team is confident of getting a win.