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Declan Rice has three senior caps for Ireland

Rice must 'decide if he feels more Irish or English'

West Ham manager Manuel Pellegrini believes Declan Rice is good enough to earn an England call-up but faces a tough choice in deciding whether to turn his back on Ireland.

Soccer • 29 Aug 18

Declan Rice helped West Ham beat AFC Wimbledon 3-1 last night

Kevin Doyle believes Rice has 'burned his bridges'

Former Ireland striker Kevin Doyle does not see any way back for Declan Rice after the West Ham teenager declined an international call-up amid reports that he's going to jump ship to England.

Soccer • 29 Aug 18

Declan Rice's international future is up in the air

Duff would welcome back Rice if he turns down England

Former Republic of Ireland international Damien Duff believes that Declan Rice should be welcomed back into the Irish fold if he opts to turn down approaches from England.

Soccer • 29 Aug 18

Damien Duff: If it has meant as much to him [to play for Ireland] as he says it has, if he hasn't lied and that's the truth, then it will be a difficult decision for him"

Duff: Rice is English – I can't see an Ireland U-turn

Damien Duff doesn't see Declan Rice claiming a starting spot for England just yet, but believes we have seen the last of the West Ham defender in a Republic of Ireland jersey.

Soccer • 28 Aug 18

Houghton: 'I think Martin is doing the right thing, sitting back and letting him have time with his family and his management team to make a decision.'

Houghton: Difficult choice for Rice, but rule not right

Former Republic of Ireland player Ray Houghton has said he understands the dilemma of Declan Rice as he decides on his international future.

Soccer • 28 Aug 18

David Gold has previously spoken of his desire for Declan Rice to play for England

Rice can follow Bobby Moore for England, say West Ham

West Ham United co-chairman David Gold has raised the prospect of Declan Rice captaining England after his decision to take time to decide his international future.

Soccer • 28 Aug 18

Declan Rice is being pursued by England after making three friendly appearances for the Republic of Ireland at senior level

McClean blasts Rice decision to contemplate future

Republic of Ireland international James McClean has backed Kevin Kilbane's view that Declan Rice shouldn't be selected for the national team again after taking time out to deliberate his future.

Soccer • 27 Aug 18

Declan Rice has won three international caps for the Republic of Ireland, all coming in friendly matches

'You have to keep the door open for Declan Rice'

Republic of Ireland manager manager Martin O'Neill must afford Declan Rice the time to make up his mind on his international future, according to Declan Devine.

Soccer • 27 Aug 18

Kevin Kilbane himself had the chance to play for England but turned it down

Kilbane believes Rice should not play for Ireland again

Kevin Kilbane does not think Declan Rice should be selected for the Republic of Ireland again after taking time out to deliberate his future.

Soccer • 27 Aug 18

Granny Rule little use if country of birth come calling

If Declan Rice does decide his international future lies with England he will become the third player in the last three years to have walked away from Ireland. This one would hurt the most.

Soccer • 29 Aug 18

Declan Rice has reportedly been subject of renewed interest from England

Rice 'deliberating' future as O'Neill names squad

West Ham's Declan Rice has been excluded from Martin O'Neill's 31-man provisional squad for the Nations League opener against Wales (6 September) and the international friendly with Poland (11 September).

Soccer • 27 Aug 18

Martin O'Neill on Declan Rice: "He knows he's wanted badly by us and I think he's really enjoyed playing for us"

O'Neill taking nothing for granted on Rice's future

Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill says he takes nothing for granted as regards Declan Rice's international future.

Soccer • 24 Aug 18

If the manager doesn't like you and feels there are better players in your position, the 'dream job' can become a nightmare.

Graham Burke needs to build on his strong Preston start

Graham Burke scored his first Preston goal in the English League Cup in midweek. It was his customary, calm, clever finish from close range after a good passing move.

Soccer • 16 Aug 18

Declan Rice had a tough time up against Liverpool

Rice hoping Hammers can bounce back quickly

West Ham United must respond to their opening Premier League defeat by Liverpool with a good performance against Bournemouth on Saturday to restore their supporters' spirits, Irish midfielder Declan Rice has said.

Soccer • 16 Aug 18

Declan Rice was the man of the match against the US

Declan Rice comfortable with the weight of expectation

Declan Rice is not remotely fazed by the suggestion that he is a Republic of Ireland captain in waiting.

Soccer • 03 Jun 18

Rice made a costly error against the Gunners

Dunphy: Rice should stay off Twitter and keep quiet

Dunphy has his say on the incident that had Moyes fuming and Rice tweeting.

Soccer • 23 Apr 18

'I made a statement' - Rice savours return to Chelsea

It was a day of redemption for Declan Rice at Stamford Bridge.

Soccer • 09 Apr 18

Declan Rice: 'It's important that I keep playing international football whatever level it is'

Late win caps big week for Ireland star Rice

After a week away with the senior team, coupled with a man-of-the-match performance on his debut for Martin O'Neill's side, Declan Rice's international future looks very bright.

Soccer • 28 Mar 18

Noel King welcomes back U21 quartet for Euro qualifier

Republic of Ireland U21manager Noel King says the return of a number of key players for their European qualifier against Azerbaijan is a significant boost for the county.

Soccer • 26 Mar 18

Declan Rice was the star performer for Ireland

Declan Rice ready to add to 'dream' Ireland week

Declan Rice didn't know he was going to be handed a starting berth for the Republic of Ireland against Turkey, or the number 10 shirt, but settling in as a vocal presence in the squad was always the plan.

Soccer • 27 Mar 18

Declan Rice enjoyed a dream debut for Ireland

O'Neill must lead from front for new-look Ireland

While the performance was far from fascinating, there was a lot to appreciate from the Irish outing in Turkey, writes Ed Leahy.

Soccer • 25 Mar 18

Declan Rice: 'I'm fully focused on playing with Ireland'

Rice tearful as anthem brings back grandparents memory

Declan Rice has insisted his heart remains with the Republic of Ireland after he made an impressive senior debut in Turkey.

Soccer • 24 Mar 18

Declan Rice impressed on his senior international bow, switching from centre-half to midfield without any issues

Rice more than a grain of comfort in defeat to Turkey

The Republic Of Ireland went down 1-0 to Turkey in Antalya, but the debut performance of Declan Rice was a highlight as the teenager shone in defence and midfield.

Soccer • 23 Mar 18

Declan Rice: 'I'm really looking forward to this week and I'm looking forward to getting to know the boys better.'

'It's always been Ireland' - England not on Rice radar

Declan Rice has played down any suggestion that England might try to lure him with a call-up, and insisted his international future lies only with the Republic of Ireland.

Soccer • 20 Mar 18

Josh Cullen with his player of the year award

Cullen shares his Irish pride and bond with Declan Rice

Josh Cullen has spoken of the bond he shares with West Ham and Republic of Ireland U21 team-mate Declan Rice, and his pride at being honoured at the FAI Awards on Sunday night.

Soccer • 20 Mar 18