Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice has set his sights on the 2026 FIFA World Cup as he prepares for the tournament, while his girlfriend, Lauren Fryer, continues to maintain a low profile. Although the couple prefers to keep their personal lives private, Rice recently opened up about how he handles the criticism and trolling he faces.
Declan Rice on Dealing with Trolling
In a recent interview with Vogue Magazine, Rice reflected on the mockery he endures. He stated, "Don't look at it and don't even think about it." The Arsenal star added, "People have always had stuff to say about my career: if I'm good enough, whether I score goals, whether I'm consistent enough, whether I'm ready for a big move to a big club." He emphasized, "There are so many opinions; the only ones that matter are the ones close to you."
Lauren Fryer Faces Online Abuse
While Rice has dealt with career-related criticism, his personal life has also been in the spotlight. For years, his girlfriend and mother of his child, Lauren Fryer, has received brutal comments about her appearance from rival fans. A few months ago, during a match against Tottenham Hotspur, a fan taunted Rice by displaying a picture of Fryer on a phone. The incident sparked outrage, but Rice chose not to comment, focusing instead on the game.
Despite expectations of a joint statement, both Rice and Fryer remained silent. The trolling led Fryer to delete all her social media pictures and skip Rice's matches, retreating from public view. However, the abuse has not stopped, and Fryer continues to be shamed for her looks, even as Rice stands by her side.
Rice's approach to negativity serves as a lesson in resilience. With the World Cup on the horizon, he remains focused on his career and family, ignoring the noise from critics.
