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2022 World Cup: England Gets Major Fitness Boost Ahead of France Match

England has been bolstered with the return of midfielder, Declan Rice to return ahead of their match against France.

The Three Lions midfielder failed to train on Wednesday due to an illness but he returned to training on Thursday ahead of the match with France.  

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Rice is a crucial member of England squad, and they will be hoping that his return will help them triumph at the World Cup in Qatar.

Gareth Southgate’s team who have been hoping for World Cup glory since 1966 after reaching the semi-final in 2018.

Speaking on Rice and defender, Kieran Trippier, Southgate said, “Dec was involved today.

“He didn’t train yesterday but he was in high spirits as he always is and he trained well today.”

England will face France on Saturday in the last of the four quarter-finals.

Source: Complete Sports

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