Will Declan Rice Be Fit for England's World Cup Semi-Final?
England midfielder's health in question after illness
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Declan Rice's status for England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina is uncertain due to an ongoing illness.
### What Happened
England midfielder Declan Rice's health is a major concern ahead of the team's World Cup semi-final match against Argentina. Rice was withdrawn at half-time during England's quarter-final win against Norway due to an illness that has been affecting him for several days.
### Why It Matters
Rice's potential absence would be a significant blow to England's chances of advancing to the World Cup final. The Arsenal midfielder has been a key player for the team throughout the tournament, and his leadership and skill on the field would be difficult to replace.
### What Experts Say
> "Declan Rice is a crucial player for England, and his absence would be a big loss," said England head coach Thomas Tuchel. "However, we have a talented squad and are confident that we can adapt to any situation."
### Key Facts
- Who: Declan Rice, England midfielder
- What: Ongoing illness affecting Rice's availability for World Cup semi-final
- When: England's semi-final match against Argentina is scheduled for Wednesday
- Where: The match will take place in Atl
- Impact: Rice's potential absence could significantly impact England's chances of advancing to the World Cup final
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### What Comes Next
England will make a late decision on Rice's availability for the semi-final match against Argentina. If Rice is unable to play, the team will need to adapt quickly to fill the gap and maintain their chances of advancing to the World Cup final.
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