Football Rising Stars: Declan Rice

Known for his stamina and strength in midfield, Declan Rice is a key player for England and Arsenal. Without him, both club and country would've struggled to escape some tricky situations in important matches over the years! No matter how tough things get, he remains reliable. From being released from Chelsea's academy aged fourteen for being too small to playing on the world stage, Declan's journey was unlike any other. About the Football Rising Stars series: Football Rising Stars dives into the incredible journeys of the world's best young players. Featuring fresh talents from all around the world, this series covers their unique rise - from playing football in the park to performing in front of capacity crowds on the biggest stage and in the biggest leagues.