England coach Sarina Wiegman has explained her bold squad decisions ahead of Euro 2025, defending her approach despite recent withdrawals from Mary Earps, Fran Kirby, and Chelsea’s Millie Bright.
Chelsea’s Lauren James and Arsenal’s Michelle Agyemang were selected in a move that highlights Wiegman’s faith in their resilience. Speaking on James’s inclusion, who hasn’t played since April with a hamstring issue, Wiegman was emphatic: “It’s not a risk”, adding that James is expected to be fit for the July 5th opener against France.