Sources: England optimistic Rice will be fit for A...

England are optimistic that Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice will be fit to start their FIFA World Cup semifinal against Argentina on Wednesday in Atlanta. Rice played only 45 minutes of Saturday's quarterfinal win over Norway after suffering illness, having missed two training sessions with a sickness bug while also managing hamstring and back pain. Manager Thomas Tuchel noted Rice could not survive 90 minutes, but sources indicate his condition has since improved and he participated in a recovery session after the Norway match.