Rice to be England's vice-captain at World Cup
Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice has been named England's vice-captain for the upcoming World Cup by manager Thomas Tuchel. Rice joins the squad in Florida as they prepare for their opening match against Croatia.
Why it matters
The appointment of a key player to a leadership role is a significant development for the England national team's strategy and morale ahead of a major global tournament.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Declan Rice and his Arsenal team-mates linked up with the England squad in Florida on Saturday
The article is a straightforward sports report detailing team management decisions.
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