Declan Rice is fit and available to start for England in their World Cup semi-final against Argentina. Reports from Sky Sports News confirm that the midfielder has fully recovered from a recent sickness bug and trained without issues ahead of the match.
Rice dealt with a stomach problem after England's last 16 game. It kept him in bed for three days before the quarter final win over Norway. He played only the first half in that match in Miami, where heat and humidity made conditions difficult. Since then, he has returned to full training with the squad in Kansas City. There are no remaining doubts about his ability to play from the start.
England manager Thomas Tuchel has seen his squad options improve as other concerns ease. Nico O'Reilly is expected to be available despite a hamstring problem from the Norway game. The only confirmed absences are Jarell Quansah, who is suspended, and Jordan Henderson with a broken wrist. Several players who completed the full 120 minutes against Norway, including Harry Kane, Elliot Anderson, Marc Guehi, and John Stones, continue to be monitored for fatigue and cramp.
Rice's return connects directly to England's midfield stability. His presence helps the team maintain control in the center of the field during the semi final in Atlanta on Wednesday. Tuchel has one more training session to finalize his plans before the match.
England reached this stage after beating Norway in extra time. The team is now preparing for a strong opponent in Argentina, with most players ready to contribute. Rice's fitness battle and quick recovery link to the overall improvement in England's squad health. This gives Tuchel more flexibility in his lineup choices as the team focuses on the next step in the tournament.
The midfielder has been a consistent performer for club and country. His availability strengthens the starting eleven and supports the group's efforts to build on recent results. Other squad members recovering from the demanding quarter final are also expected to be ready, allowing the coaching staff to focus on tactics rather than major injury concerns.