Rice returns to England training at World Cup after illness absence

Doha, Dec 8, 2022 (AFP) - England midfielder Declan Rice returned to training on Thursday, easing fears about his fitness ahead of Saturday's World Cup quarter-final against France.

Midfielder Kalvin Phillips told a news conference that Rice had taken part in the training session at their Al-Wakrah base.

Rice has been a key cog in England's midfield throughout the tournament so far, starting all four games. - AFP