Chelsea captain Reece James believes he still has some "rust" to shake off before reaching full match fitness after making his return to action in the club's final pre-season fixture.
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.
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.
England will be without two key right-backs for their World Cup last-32 tie against DR Congo on Wednesday after injuries ruled both Jarell Quansah and Reece James out of contention.
England manager Thomas Tuchel has confirmed Reece James will miss the World Cup clash with Panama due to a minor hamstring injury but hopes the defender can return later in the tournament.
Chelsea captain Reece James has delivered a frank assessment of the club’s disappointing season, admitting the team fell well short of expectations after finishing 10th in the Premier League.