England midfielder Declan Rice says he is dealing with a long-term injury concern after being substituted during England’s 4-2 win over Croatia. Both reports state that Rice is taken off in the second half as a precautionary measure. He describes the impact of what he calls an “obscene” fixture schedule, suggesting the intensity and frequency of matches affect players’ physical condition. The substitution happens during the match rather than as an immediate response to a specific incident reported by the outlets. While Rice’s accounts focus on the wider strain of the schedule, he also indicates the concern is not only about immediate recovery. The articles present the decision to remove him from play as a management step to reduce risk, and they frame Rice’s comments as part of his broader discussion of player workload and injury management. Taken together, the coverage highlights both the game-time decision in England’s win and Rice’s warning that the current demands could have longer-term effects on his health and availability.