Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice is expected to feature for England in their World Cup knockout match against Mexico despite managing a nerve-related injury affecting his hamstring and lower back. The midfielder continued playing through discomfort during the preceding round match versus DR Congo before being withdrawn late in the game, with his manager indicating the pain had become unbearable.

England's defensive options remain uncertain heading into the Mexico fixture, as right-back Reece James has not yet returned to full training following his own hamstring complaint and has sat out the previous two matches. Reserve defender Jarell Quansah is also progressing through recovery from an ankle injury, leaving the availability of key defensive personnel in doubt for the upcoming clash.