- England full-back Djed Spence has confirmed he will wear a protective mask throughout the World Cup due to a broken jaw sustained in a challenge against Chelsea.
- The 25-year-old Tottenham player's injury, which occurred five days before the season's final match against Everton, is expected to take three months to fully heal.
- Despite a difficult club season with Tottenham, Spence was selected for Thomas Tuchel's England squad, having made his international debut last September.
- Spence, who recently provided an assist in England's 1-0 friendly win over New Zealand, stated he was not concerned about missing the World Cup, noting his injury affects his jaw, not his feet.
- He also addressed a social media exchange with Arsenal players, indicating that any jokes about the incident would be put aside until after the tournament, with the current focus being on the World Cup.
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