sports

England's Reece James ruled out for at least two games with hamstring injury

Tuchel now left with limited regular full-back options

England's Reece James ruled out for at least two games with hamstring injury

TL;DR

  • Reece James has sustained a hamstring injury and will miss at least two England World Cup matches.
  • The defender reported tightness after the draw with Ghana and did not train or travel with the squad.
  • Manager Thomas Tuchel views the injury as minor and hopes for James's return later in the tournament.
  • Panama's World Cup preparations were marred by a training-ground clash between players Cecilio Waterman and José Luis Rodríguez.
  • Panama's coach, Thomas Christiansen, saw the altercation as a positive sign of team intensity.
  • Panama is already eliminated from knockout contention.
  • Tuchel has limited options at right-back due to injuries and selection choices, with Quansah, Konsa, and Spence as potential cover.