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Good News for Tuchel: Key Starter Fully Recovered for Semi-Final Against Argentina

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England international Nico O'Reilly is set to be available for Wednesday's World Cup semi-final clash against Argentina, despite picking up a hamstring issue in the victory over Norway, according to Sky Sports. The 21-year-old Manchester City player, who features at left-back for the Three Lions, signaled to the bench and requested a substitution late in the second half. Jed Spence came on in his place just before extra time began, helping his team secure the win with Jude Bellingham's 93rd-minute goal.

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According to reports from the UK, O'Reilly's injury is not serious, and he will be able to participate fully in England's training session ahead of the semi-final showdown against reigning champions Argentina. Meanwhile, defensive midfielder Declan Rice has fully recovered from the viral illness that threatened to sideline him for the Norway match. He still managed to play one half and will prepare alongside his teammates for the game against the Albiceleste.

Later today, Thomas Tuchel's squad will hold their first full training session since the quarter-final, with several players continuing to be monitored for their recovery from the extreme heat and humidity in Miami. Harry Kane, Marc Guehi, John Stones, and Elliot Anderson were the only England starters to play the full 120 minutes in Florida, and their condition will be assessed today. The semi-final against Argentina is scheduled for Wednesday at 10:00 PM Bulgarian time (3:00 PM ET) in Atlanta.

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