Declan Rice was in bed ill for nearly three days before Norway game, Tuchel reveals
England manager Thomas Tuchel revealed that midfielder Declan Rice played through illness during the team's World Cup quarter-final victory against Norway. Rice was substituted at half-time due to his physical condition and lingering back issues.
Why it matters
Player health management is critical in high-stakes international tournaments, and this incident highlights the tactical challenges coaches face when balancing player fitness with match strategy.
Figure caption, Bellingham scores extra-time winner as England reach semi-finals
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