UMVA has learned that Declan Rice has alleviated concerns over his injury after England's impressive 4-2 win over Croatia in their opening World Cup 2026 group game.
The Arsenal midfielder appeared to be limping off the pitch when substituted by Thomas Tuchel with 20 minutes to go, sparking worry among fans. However, Rice has insisted that he only went off as a precaution, citing a minor niggle he's been nursing for some time.
Rice sounded upbeat in his post-game comments, explaining that he's "all good" and "good as gold." He revealed that he's been experiencing "little neural pains here and there" in the second half of the season, but emphasized that his substitution was purely precautionary.
"All fine, just precaution and I'll be back out there against Ghana," Rice confidently stated. This update will undoubtedly come as a relief to England fans, who are eager to maintain their momentum in the tournament.
Rice's display in the game was a highlight for England, with a solid performance that included an assist for one of the goals. His trademark energy, defensive work, and range of passing and ball-carrying ability made him one of the standout players in the match.
With a 7.6/10 rating from WhoScored, Rice proved once again why he's considered Mr Reliable for both club and country. His presence on the pitch is a significant boost to England's chances, and it's fortunate that his injury concern appears to be minor.
