Declan Rice accepts he had an ‘average World Cup’ as England gear up for Spain showdown
Midfielder needed a break ‘to come back stronger’ James Trafford selected to start in goal for England Declan Rice has admitted he had an “average” World Cup at the end of a gruelling season and needed time out during the international window in September and October in order to return stronger.
Key points
- The Arsenal midfielder believes the break has served its purpose, having produced starring performances against Bayern Munich and Liverpool in recent weeks.
He is now ready to hit his best level for England in Sunday’s Nations League showdown against Spain at the Metropolitano Stadium.
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