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The Panama national team is preparing to face England in the World Cup with the news of Reece James' injury. The Chelsea right-back suffers a thigh strain and coach Thomas Tuchel is evaluating other defensive options.
What happened to Reece James?
The defender underwent a medical examination after feeling discomfort in the draw on Tuesday against Ghana. According to The Telegraph, the technical staff does not want to risk, given his long history of muscle injuries.
Why is it important for Panama?
Reece James' injury could be a key factor in the match against Panama. Thomas Tuchel's team has already lost their second right-back, Tino Livramento, to a calf injury that rules him out of the tournament.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Last result | Panama 1-1 Honduras (2025-06-28) |
| Recent form | 3W-1D-1L (DWWWL, most recent first) |
What comes next?
England's technical staff is controlling the workload of Bukayo Saka, who is recovering from an Achilles tendon problem. Tuchel stated: «He seems to be getting more and more prepared and, with luck, he will take a step forward; then we'll see what happens».
