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England right-backs Quansah and James miss training

England right-backs Quansah and James miss training

Summary

England's right-back players Jarell Quansah and Reece James missed training before their World Cup last-32 match against DR Congo. Quansah injured his ankle in the previous game, and James is still recovering from a hamstring injury, raising concerns about England’s squad choices for the tournament.

Key Facts

  • Jarell Quansah twisted his ankle in England's 2-0 win over Panama and missed training.
  • Reece James has a hamstring injury from the game against Ghana and has not returned to training.
  • Djed Spence replaced Quansah during the Panama game and has played both left-back and right-back positions.
  • Thomas Tuchel, England’s manager, may use Spence or defender Ezri Konsa to cover right-back.
  • Ezri Konsa debuted for England at right-back in 2024 and has become a trusted player under Tuchel.
  • Trent Alexander-Arnold is no longer a main choice for England's right-back due to injury issues.
  • Newcastle’s Tino Livramento withdrew before the tournament due to a calf injury, and Trevoh Chalobah joined as a central defender.
  • England faces DR Congo in the World Cup last-32 match after finishing their group stage.
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