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FIFA WC: Tuchel Backs England's Full-back Options Despite James Injury Setback
FIFA World Cup: England manager Thomas Tuchel has defended his decision to take only three recognised full-backs to the FIFA World Cup after confirming Reece James will miss Saturday's final Group L clash against Panama because of a hamstring injury.
James was assessed following England's goalless draw with Ghana on Tuesday and has stayed at the team's Kansas City base rather than travel to New Jersey for the Panama match. But Tuchel is still hopeful the Chelsea defender will be fit for England's round-of-32 match next week.
That injury, and Tino Livramento’s earlier withdrawal from the competition with a calf problem, has led to questions over Tuchel’s squad selection. The only recognised full-backs picked were James, Livramento and Djed Spence, with midfielder-turned-defender Nico O'Reilly and centre-back Dan Burn also deputising at left-back. Spence, Jarell Quansah and Ezri Konsa can all provide cover on the right if required.
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