DECLAN RICE

Tuchel explains Declan Rice gamble after England reach World Cup semi-finals

England manager Thomas Tuchel has revealed that Declan Rice spent much of the three days leading up to the FIFA World Cup quarter-final against Norway in bed with an illness, making his decision to start the midfielder an even bigger risk.

13 Jul 2026

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England handed 'triple fitness boost' before Norway World Cup showdown

England have received a major lift ahead of Saturday's 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-final against Norway after Declan Rice, Marc Guehi and Reece James all returned to training.

11 Jul 2026

Key England trio miss team training ahead of Norway quarter-final

England are monitoring the fitness of Reece James, Declan Rice and Marc Guehi ahead of Saturday's World Cup quarter-final against Norway after the trio missed team training on Wednesday.

08 Jul 2026

Declan Rice on facing unknown Ghana outfit

England midfielder Declan Rice says the Three Lions must pick up where they left off against Croatia when they face Ghana in their second FIFA World Cup clash.

23 Jun 2026

Thomas Tuchel: Giving Declan Rice England's vice-captaincy an 'obvious' decision

Thomas Tuchel has handed Declan Rice a key leadership role in the England setup, confirming the Arsenal midfielder as the national team's new vice-captain.

10 Jun 2026

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Declan Rice handed England vice-captain role by Thomas Tuchel for World Cup

England manager Thomas Tuchel has confirmed that Declan Rice will serve as vice-captain for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Harry Kane remaining skipper as the Three Lions prepare for the tournament.

08 Jun 2026