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Sports July 7, 2026

England's Reece James Faces Uncertain Return from Injury for Crucial Norway Clash

England's Reece James Faces Uncertain Return from Injury for Crucial Norway Clash

England's right-back position remains a concern ahead of the team's match against Norway this weekend, with Reece James struggling to recover from a hamstring injury.

James played in England's first two World Cup fixtures but has not trained with the rest of the squad since picking up his injury, although he did join in with the warm-up ahead of the Mexico clash.

Medical staff are working hard to get James fit for the match, but it remains a "touch and go" situation, with England hoping he could be available to play some part.

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Jarell Quansah is banned for the clash with Norway after being sent off against Mexico, while Spence is not fully fit but will be available to be involved.

Defender Konsa remains an option for England's manager, while Stones can come in alongside Marc Guehi in the middle of defence.

England will need to find a suitable replacement for their right-back position, with several players vying for the spot.

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Against Norway, England will face a team that has been led by Antonio Nusa on the left wing, who has been a key player in their World Cup campaign so far.

Nusa has scored a brilliant goal in the last 32 win over Ivory Coast and may well start again on Saturday.

However, he was taken off at half-time in the last 16 win over Brazil, replaced by Benfica's Andreas Schjelderup, who made a good case to be in the starting XI.

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England's right-back position remains a key concern, and the team will need to find a suitable solution if they are to have any chance of success against Norway.

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