By Adegboyega Adeleye
England manager Thomas Tuchel expects Reece James to be available for Saturday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-final against Norway after recovering from a hamstring injury, according to the BBC.
James has missed England’s matches against Panama, DR Congo and Mexico after sustaining the injury during the group-stage victory over Ghana, but is expected to resume full training this week.
His anticipated return comes as a timely boost for England following Jarell Quansah’s suspension after the defender was sent off in Sunday’s dramatic 3-2 Round of 16 victory over Mexico.
Quansah’s dismissal has left Tuchel short of options at right-back, with Ezri Konsa finishing the Mexico match in the role after replacing the suspended defender.
