England to make late call on Rice for World Cup semi-final
England's football team is waiting on the fitness of midfielder Declan Rice ahead of their World Cup semi-final against Argentina. Rice has been recovering from a sickness bug and a recurring back injury, with medical staff set to make a final decision shortly.
Why it matters
The availability of a key player like Rice is a significant factor in the team's performance during a high-stakes international tournament.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Declan Rice was withdrawn at half-time during England's quarter-final win against Norway
Senior football correspondent in Kansas City Published 44 minutes ago England will make a late decision on whether Declan Rice is fit to start the World Cup semi-final against Argentina.
But there remains optimism the Arsenal midfielder can shake off the effects of an illness to play on Wednesday.
Rice, who suffered with a sickness bug in the lead-up to Saturday's quarter-final victory over Norway in Miami, was substituted at half-time.
Head coach Thomas Tuchel admitted afterwards that Rice had spent three days in bed before the match, which England won 2-1 after extra time.
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