England faces right-back injury concern ahead of Mexico match

England right-back Djed Spence is a doubt for the last-16 match against Mexico after sustaining a minor calf injury hours before kick-off. Spence started in England's 2-1 win against DR Congo but is reportedly nursing the knock, according to Sky. Right-back has proved to be a headache for Thomas Tuchel, as he runs out of options for the position.

Limited defensive options Reece James is speculated to make the bench tonight, while Jarrell Quansah has been passed fit to play after missing England's last match. With Spence a doubt, whoever has to play right-back will be naturally out of position.

Quansah has been versatile for Tuchel, playing in full-back against Panama, with his favoured position in central defence. Declan Rice, who was in "terrible pain" against DR Congo, played the final 15 minutes of England's last game in the position, as the Three Lions went all out attack.

Rice has already shared his displeasure at playing the role, but is happy to do so for the team. Other options include Ezri Konsa, who has been starting alongside Marc Guehi in central defence. Should Konsa play right-back, John Stones would likely come into the back four, partnering his former Manchester City colleague Guehi.

Trevoh Chalobah is an unlikely choice, having been brought into the England camp days before the tournament started after Tino Livramento was ruled out through injury.

Match details England kick off their last-16 contest against Mexico at 1am, as fans prepare to stay up deep into the night for the fixture. Harry Kane and his teammates will have to overcome the altitude at the Azteca Stadium, a ground that Mexico have only lost on twice.