England Receives a Strong Boost Before Facing Ghana

The England national team received positive news ahead of their second match in the 2026 World Cup against Ghana, as both Marcus Rashford and Declan Rice participated in training normally, following concerns raised about their injuries during the 4-2 victory over Croatia in the first round.

Rashford had complained of a minor muscle issue, while Rice left the match due to pain in his lower back and upper hamstring.

On the other hand, Bukayo Saka is still not fully fit as he continues to recover from an Achilles tendon issue, prompting coach Thomas Tuchel to handle his situation cautiously. The Arsenal winger has been limited to an individual training program at the national team's facility in Kansas City, making his starting appearance against Ghana unlikely, with Noni Madueke remaining a probable option on the right wing.

The last training session saw Rashford and Rice participate normally, which gave the coaching staff a significant boost ahead of the anticipated match in Boston. The England team tops Group Fourteen after defeating Croatia and is seeking a second victory to bring them closer to qualifying for the next round.

Jude Bellingham, on his part, spoke about his growing sense of responsibility with his national team, affirming that he is ready to contribute whether as a starter or a substitute. The Real Madrid star also revealed that playing the national anthem is a special moment for him, as it brings to mind the memory of his late grandfather and his family who made many sacrifices to help him reach this stage. He emphasized that representing England in the World Cup remains the biggest dream for any football player.