London, March 30, 2026 (AFP) - Tuchel defends Rice and Saka after England withdrawals

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2026-03-30

Thomas Tuchel insisted Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka were desperate to play for England against Japan after the Arsenal stars pulled out of the squad ahead of Tuesday's friendly. Rice and Saka watched from the stands when England drew 1-1 against Uruguay on Friday, having been allowed to join up with Tuchel's group later than most of their team-mates to give them time to rest. The pair were among five injury withdrawals on Saturday, along with Arse......

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