Declan Rice was in bed ill for nearly three days before Norway game, Tuchel reveals
Summary
England’s manager Thomas Tuchel said Declan Rice was sick and spent most of three days in bed before their World Cup quarter-final win against Norway. Rice played but was substituted at half-time to avoid risking injury, helping England reach the semi-final against Argentina.Key Facts
- Declan Rice was ill and in bed for nearly three days before the game against Norway.
- Rice started the match but was taken off at half-time due to illness and previous muscle problems.
- England won 2-1 against Norway, with Jude Bellingham scoring the equalizer and extra-time winner.
- The match was played in hot weather, which affected some players, including Ezri Konsa who had cramps.
- Tuchel made tactical changes, including taking Rice off early to save substitutions for later.
- Rice had missed only one of England’s six World Cup matches so far.
- England will face Argentina in the semi-final on 15 July at 8 pm.
- The match will be broadcast live on the BBC.
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