Why Djed Spence is wearing a jaw brace on his face for England at World Cup

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>Djed Spence wouldn't miss this.

>But he's not playing totally unencumbered at the 2026 FIFA World Cup for England. He's got a jaw brace on his face after an injury.

>It doesn't look ideal, but the fullback is doing what he can to be on the pitch.

>Spence plays his club football for Tottenham Hotspur, and this World Cup is the biggest stage he's ever been on.

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Why is Djed Spence wearing that on his face?Spence is still recovering from a broken jaw, so he needs that brace/shield to protect his face.

>He got hurt in May as Spurs took on Chelsea in the English Premier League.

>Spence took an elbow to the face from Liam Delap that broke his jaw.

>Spence actually finished that match against Chelsea despite the injury, and he was back as a sub five days later.

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>According to the Mirror, a broken jaw can take three months to recover, so Spence is protecting it in the meantime.

>The Mirror adds: "The mask is a custom-molded, carbon-fiber shield designed specifically to absorb shocks and protect his healing bone. It covers his jawline, allowing him to confidently head the ball and engage in physical duels."

>Spence may not be stylish, but he is safer like this -- and most importantly, able to be on the field.

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