Reece James Races to Recover for England's World Cup Quarter-Final
Reece James is working hard to recover from a hamstring injury to feature in England's World Cup quarter-final tie with Norway on Saturday.
The Chelsea full-back strained his hamstring in the second group game against Ghana a fortnight ago, but has stayed with the squad in the hope of being fit for the latter stages of the tournament.
He took part in the warm-up in the Azteca Stadium on Sunday, raising hopes he is on the mend.
With **Djed Spence** not fully fit and **Jarell Quansah** suspended, James's recovery is being fast-tracked to try to get him ready for the quarter-final.
England have used six different right backs in five games at this World Cup, and James's availability would be a significant boost.
**Ezri Konsa** finished in the right-back position in a back five in Mexico City and is a possibility to start there in a back four against Norway, with **John Stones** coming into the centre of defence.
On Tuesday, 7 July 2026, England's medics were working hard on James's treatment, and a decision on **Jarell Quansah**'s red card appeal is expected later today.
In other injury news, **Jordan Henderson** has been ruled out for the remainder of the World Cup after suffering a serious break to his arm.
Henderson fell on his wrist after landing awkwardly as he hopped over the advertising hoardings following England's dramatic 3-2 win against Mexico at the Azteca Stadium.
The 36-year-old had played just six minutes at the World Cup, featuring in the closing stages of England's 2-0 Group L victory against Panama.
But he will now play no part in the quarter-final against Norway, nor any other games if England should progress.
England head coach **Thomas Tuchel** has significant problems at right-back, and James's recovery is a top priority.
The World Cup quarter-final tie with Norway is scheduled to take place on Saturday, and England will be hoping to have James available to ease their right-back crisis.
With the tournament reaching its latter stages, England's players are working hard to ensure they are fit and ready for the challenges ahead.
The England team will be looking to **Reece James** to provide a boost to their right-back options, and his recovery is being closely monitored.
As the World Cup quarter-final approaches, England's fans will be eagerly awaiting news of James's fitness, and hoping he can play a part in the team's bid for success.
The road to the World Cup final is long and challenging, but with **Reece James** back in the team, England's chances of progressing will be significantly improved.