Spence Faces Muscle Concern Before England's World Cup Last-16 Match
Defender Djed Spence has appeared in all four of England's World Cup matches to date but has reported a muscular niggle ahead of the last-16 encounter against Mexico.
The 25-year-old, who started at right-back in England's last-32 victory over DR Congo, now faces uncertainty regarding his availability for the upcoming match at the Azteca Stadium.
Details of Spence's muscle issue remain unspecified, and it is currently unclear whether he will be fit to start the game scheduled for Sunday night (Monday 01:00 BST).
If Spence is unable to play, England manager Thomas Tuchel will be required to make additional defensive adjustments.
Right-back Reece James continues to be doubtful due to a hamstring injury, while Jarell Quansah has returned to fitness following an ankle injury sustained during the group-stage win over Panama, which had ruled him out of the DR Congo fixture.
These injury concerns may prompt England to consider a change in formation for the match.
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