Rice Reveals Six Months of Hidden Hamstring Pain

Declan Rice has opened up about playing through significant hamstring nerve pain for six months, according to The Guardian, a revelation that throws fresh light on just how much the Arsenal midfielder has been carrying heading into this World Cup.

Rice's disclosure came alongside broader reflections on England's squad dynamics. The Guardian also reports that Aston Villa forward Morgan Rogers, who scored a late winner against the Netherlands at Euro 2024, is eager for game time and understanding of his role coming off the bench.

With England facing Ghana on Tuesday in Boston, the fitness and freshness of key players is coming into sharp focus for Thomas Tuchel's side.