England midfielders Declan Rice and Reece James will undergo fitness tests ahead of their final Group L game against Panama in the FIFA World Cup 2026, set to be held in New York on 28 June.
The 27-year-old Rice limped off the field with a heavily strapped left calf during the Three Lions’ goalless draw against Ghana on Tuesday.
According to reports, there are no major concerns regarding Rice’s availability for the upcoming games.
However, he will undergo further assessment and be given time to rest before a final decision is made on his availability for the match against Panama. The Arsenal midfielder Rice was also substituted during England World Cup game against Croatia due to nerve pain in his hamstring.
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Meanwhile, Reece James will also undergo an assessment ahead of the upcoming fixture. Although the Chelsea captain completed the full game against Ghana, he will be monitored by medical staff over the next 24 hours.
It is worth noting that Reece James has a history of injury problems, and his workload will be managed carefully.
England currently top Group L with four points from two games. The Three Lions began their campaign with a dominant 4-2 victory against Croatia.
Harry Kane starred in the match with a brace, but England were outplayed by Ghana in their second match. Ghana’s disciplined low-block defense prevented Thomas Tuchel’s side from finding the back of the net.
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