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James Ward-Prowse ruled OUT of England's World Cup qualifier against Poland tonight as a precaution... with midfielder returning to Southampton ahead of Saints' Premier League clash against Burnley on Sunday

James Ward-Prowse will not be involved in England's World Cup qualifier against Poland on Wednesday night.

The midfielder will be rested as a precaution and has returned to Southampton ahead of their weekend game with Burnley.

Ward-Prowse, who has won six caps for his country, featured in England's last two games against San Marino and Albania.

James Ward-Prowse will not be involved in England's World Cup qualifier against Poland
The 26-year-old scored his first England goal in the 5-0 victory against San Marino last week

The 26-year-old scored his first England goal in the 5-0 victory against San Marino last week

The Three Lions are hoping to make it three wins from three World Cup qualifiers at Wembley, moving closer to a place at the 2022 tournament in Qatar.