England and Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice was seen with his partner Lauren Fryer and their three-year-old son Jude in the stands following the team's goalless draw with Ghana in Foxborough, Massachusetts. The match, England's second in the World Cup, ended in a draw after a previous 4-2 victory over Croatia. Rice has raised concerns about his fitness after the game, leaving the Boston Stadium with heavy strapping on his left calf. He is now considered a doubt for England's upcoming Group L match against Panama.
Despite the team's performance and his own injury worries, Rice appeared to find comfort in family moments. He was pictured in a tracksuit holding a baby while Ms Fryer took photos. Their son Jude was also present, having previously joined the couple in on-pitch celebrations following Arsenal's recent Premier League title win.
Rice played the full 90 minutes of the match against Ghana, having previously disclosed he has been managing a hamstring issue since Christmas. He was substituted in the 72nd minute of England's game against Croatia the previous week.
The midfielder was a key figure in Arsenal's Premier League success this season, but the team fell short of winning a quadruple, being eliminated from the FA Cup and League Cup, and losing the Champions League final on penalties. Rice's long-term relationship with Ms Fryer dates back to his time at West Ham United. The couple is believed to have confirmed the birth of their son Jude in August 2022, marked by a tattoo dedicated to the newborn.
England's next fixture is against Panama on Saturday. Rice's representatives have been contacted for comment regarding his fitness.