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Thomas Tuchel's England Boosted by Rashford and Rice's Fitness, Saka on Bench

Thomas Tuchel’s England preparations have been handed a significant lift ahead of their second World Cup Group L fixture against Ghana. Both Marcus Rashford and Declan Rice have returned to full training in Kansas City, easing fears over potential injury absences following their opening victory over Croatia.

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Thomas Tuchel's England Boosted by Rashford and Rice's Fitness, Saka on Bench

Thomas Tuchel handed World Cup boost as Marcus Rashford and Declan Rice clear fitness hurdles - but Bukayo Saka settles for bench role

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Rashford and Rice Return to Full Training

In a positive update for England and manager Thomas Tuchel, Marcus Rashford and Declan Rice have successfully cleared their fitness hurdles by returning to full training sessions in Kansas City. This development comes as a great relief for the team and fans alike, as concerns over potential injury setbacks after the Croatia match now seem to have been alleviated.

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Saka Settles for Bench Role

While Rashford and Rice have successfully recovered and resumed training, Bukayo Saka appears to have settled for a bench role in the upcoming World Cup fixture against Ghana. Despite this decision, Saka remains a valuable asset to the team and provides a strong option for Thomas Tuchel should he need to make changes during the game. The depth and versatility of the squad are set to play a crucial role in England's pursuit of World Cup success.

Published on Jun 20, 2026