Sarina Wiegman responds to Lionesses crisis claims: ‘There is always noise’
Wiegman delivers verdict on Euro 2025 squad after high-profile departures
- Sarina Wiegman dismisses concerns that England is in crisis ahead of Euro 2025, despite the absence of Millie Bright, Mary Earps, and Fran Kirby.
- Millie Bright withdrew to focus on her mental health, Mary Earps retired after learning she wouldn't be first-choice goalkeeper, and Fran Kirby was informed she wouldn't be in the squad.
- Wiegman said, “We are going with this 23 to the Euros and I feel very comfortable with this team” and praised the training sessions in Portugal.
- Lauren James is expected to be fit for Euro 2025, potentially playing in the opener against France on July 5, while 19-year-old Michelle Agyemang could be a surprise element in the squad.
- The England squad for Euro 2025 includes goalkeepers Hannah Hampton, Khiara Keating, and Anna Moorhouse; defenders Lucy Bronze, Lotte Wubben-Moy, Jess Carter, Niamh Charles, Maya Le Tissier, Esme Morgan, Alex Greenwood, and Leah Williamson; midfielders Grace Clinton, Jess Park, Ella Toone, Georgia Stanway, and Keira Walsh; and forwards Lauren Hemp, Beth Mead, Lauren James, Chloe Kelly, Aggie Beever-Jones, Michelle Agyemang, and Alessia Russo.