England right-back Reece James is ruled out of the final group match against Panama because of a hamstring injury, reports from multiple outlets say. The reports add that he also faces uncertainty over England’s subsequent knockout match, their last-32 tie, scheduled for next week. One account says James starts the tournament’s first two games but experiences tightness after the 0-0 draw against Ghana, which is followed by the hamstring problem that keeps him out of the Panama fixture. Another report frames his situation as a race to prove fitness in time for the Round of 32, suggesting he could still return if recovery progresses. Overall, the sources agree on the main timeline: James plays early in the tournament, develops hamstring-related tightness following the Ghana game, and then is not selected for the Panama match. They also concur that his availability for the knockout stage depends on how quickly his hamstring injury improves.