💎 Gem Bet: Declan Rice - 2+ Shots @ 2.62 (Bet365)

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Declan Rice pushed forward often in England’s 0-0 draw with Ghana in his most recent start, taking three shots in total as England struggled to break down a low block - registering 19 shots in total.

I think Rice is at a generous price to have 2+ shots again in this clash, given that England are set to face a similar test as they did against both Ghana and Panama. Rice was rested against Panama, but England managed 17 shots with both Anderson and Bellingham having efforts from outside the box.

Reece James’ recent injury also opens up the angle for Rice to take free kicks. DR Congo are going to be very tight in central areas where England have players like Bellingham (2.01 fouls won per 90) and Anderson (2.90 fouls won per 90) to draw challenges in shooting range.

Rice has regularly been encouraged by Tuchel to get forward and impact the game, showing this part of his game in England’s final warm-up game for the tournament against Costa Rica in which Rice scored from two shots and England had 29 shots.

I expect England to have a lot of efforts here as they attempt to break down a fierce low block, DR Congo have not conceded an xG in excess of 1.0 in any of their three games so far. They will be tough to break down and England may be limited to shots from outside the area which is where Rice can play a central role.

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