Neville Backs Rogers to Step In as Rice Injury Clouds England's Panama Prep

England face Panama tonight knowing a win will secure top spot in Group L, but according to Sky Sports the build-up has been overshadowed by selection questions and an injury worry. Pundit Gary Neville has argued that Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers is capable of stepping in for Anthony Gordon on the left flank, though he stopped short of saying the switch should be made immediately.

More worrying for England fans is the condition of Declan Rice. Sky Sports reports the Arsenal midfielder was substituted against Croatia and was seen wearing strapping after the Ghana fixture. Rice himself has described his workload this season as obscene, having made 55 appearances for his club.

Neville is clear that losing Rice would be a significant blow for Thomas Tuchel's side. The England manager is also facing broader scrutiny over attacking output, with Tuchel warned by Neville that questions about England's scoring will intensify if the team fails to progress from the group.