Chelsea fullback Reece James says he's doing everything to be England's first-choice right-back at this year's World Cup.
England coach Gareth Southgate enjoys a wealth of options at right-back, with James competing with Manchester City's Kyle Walker and Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold for the starting berth.
"I'll try everything I can [to be first choice]," said James, who started against Italy. "Only my performances will be able to prove what I can bring. In these games and building into next season I'll hopefully be able to show that I'm ready to play every game."
But for all the competition, there's also a camaraderie among the right back club. Walker gives advice to the younger heads, while James fights Alexander-Arnold's corner when asked about the criticism the Liverpool full back receives for his defensive errors.
"I make mistakes as well. I gave away a penalty against Hungary so we are both still learning our trade," said James. "Liverpool have 95 per cent of the ball and he defends less than I have to. People have a lot of stuff to say and don't really know the game. Trent is a great player.
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