Djed Spence starts at right-back for England against DR Congo in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32, replacing the injured Reece James and Jarell Quansah.

Jarell Quansah was forced off through injury in England's 2-0 World Cup win over Panama in New Jersey, sparking further concern over Thomas Tuchel's lack of options at right-back

Declan Rice will give England a boost by returning for Wednesday’s last-32 tie but Djed Spence is expected to have to fill in at right-back

Thomas Tuchel has limited options at right-back for Wednesday’s clash with DR Congo