In the thrilling journey of the 2026 World Cup, England’s defensive midfielder Declan Rice has a steadfast supporter in his partner, Lauren Fryer. The couple’s story began at the age of 17 and has since blossomed into a family. They share the joy of a three-year-old son, Jude. While Lauren and Jude are often seen cheering for Declan at his matches, the family opts for a more private life when away from the public eye.
Declan Rice recently stood up for his longtime partner against online trolls, emphatically stating, “My woman is the love of my life, and there is no better match for me.”
Dani Dyer, who celebrated her wedding with footballer Jarrod Bowen last year, has been vocal in defending Lauren amid the harsh online scrutiny. “For her, it was extremely challenging, facing online abuse, especially since she stays out of the spotlight,” the former Love Island contestant shared with The Mirror.
“It’s more difficult when you’re not part of the celebrity scene but have to endure personal attacks,” she continued. “That was tough for me to witness. Lauren is an exceptional mother who values her privacy.”
“No one deserves to endure such criticism. It was heartless,” Dani reflected. “We didn’t dwell much on it, but we focused on what an amazing person she is—kind, beautiful, and Declan’s cherished childhood love, clearly adored by him.”
Rising above the noise, Declan and Lauren have continued to go from strength to strength, and they were recently spotted enjoying a sweet moment at the World Cup. After England drew with Ghana last month, the Arsenal star was spotted heading into the stands where he chatted with a smiling Lauren and their son.