England are getting their World Cup 2026 campaign underway against Croatia but Djed Spence is sporting a unique piece of headgear for the tie
Opening match - England are kicking off their World Cup 2026 campaign against Croatia.
This opening group fixture takes place in Dallas.
Squad inclusion - Tottenham defender Djed Spence is included in the official 26-man tournament squad and will be present in Texas.
But fans may notice he is wearing a unique piece of headgear.
Jaw guard - Spence will wear a custom-made protective jaw guard throughout the entire tournament.
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Spurs and England defender Djed Spence has been wearing a unique-looking piece of equipment at World Cup 2026
Spence suffered a broken jaw playing for Tottenham against Chelsea
Ahead of England's first match in the tournament, the 25-year-old soccer player said the protective brace won't affect his game.
England defender Djed Spence will have to wear a protective mask throughout World Cup 2026
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Spence suffered a broken jaw playing for Tottenham against Chelsea
