Spence muscle problem adds to England right-back concerns

Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Djed Spence has featured in all four of England's World Cup matches so far By Sami Mokbel Senior football correspondent in Mexico City Published 4 minutes ago Defender Djed Spence has complained of a muscular niggle before England's last-16 World Cup meeting with Mexico. The 25-year-old started the last-32 victory over DR Congo at right-back, but there is uncertainty over his role at the Azteca Stadium. The Tottenham player's issue is currently unspecified and it remains to be seen whether he is able to start the match on Sunday night (Monday 01:00 BST). If Spence is unfit, England boss Thomas Tuchel will have to make further changes to his defence. Right-back Reece James remains a doubt following a hamstring issue, but Jarell Quansah is available after an ankle injury in the group-stage win over Panama ruled him out of the DR Congo tie. England's injury concerns could also open the door to a potential formation change. Related topics Football England Men's Football Team FIFA World Cup 2026 James doubtful for Mexico tie but Quansah fit again Published 21 hours ago Mexico fans fail in bid to wake up England players Published 4 hours ago England have struggled against low block - could they use it to beat Mexico? Published 5 hours ago More on this story World Cup 2026 knockout path How to watch the World Cup on the BBC and ITV Published 2 days ago Everything you need to know about the World Cup Published 1 April