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Declan Rice Substituted at Half-Time Against Norway Due to Injury

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Declan Rice Substituted at Half-Time Against Norway Due to Injury

England's preparations for upcoming challenges have been complicated by an injury to key midfielder Declan Rice, who was withdrawn at halftime of the game against Norway.

The Arsenal player was not on the field for the second half of England's encounter with Norway, sparking concerns about his fitness heading into crucial upcoming fixtures. Manager Gareth Southgate will be monitoring the situation closely as his squad navigates a period where several important players have been dealing with knocks.

Rice's absence from the latter part of the match raises questions about his availability for future games as England aims to secure their place in the final eight of their current competition. The team has already been managing the workloads and fitness of other integral members of the squad.

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While a minor setback for Rice, England's depth means this shouldn't derail their ambitions, but it highlights the fragility of even top squads during intense tournament play.

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Source: Yahoo Sports

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