England Set to Experiment in Final Friendly Before Euro 2025 Preparations Intensify

Sarina Wiegman plans to rotate her squad against Switzerland, offering opportunities for young players to prove themselves ahead of the European Championship.

• Tuesday’s friendly against Switzerland marks Sarina Wiegman’s last chance to test new players and tactics before the Nations League begins in February, limiting experimentation opportunities.
• Young midfielders Ruby Mace and Laura Blindkilde Brown are expected to make their senior debuts, with Wiegman expressing confidence in their readiness to contribute at the international level.
• Injuries to key attackers, including Lauren Hemp, Lauren James, Fran Kirby, and Chloe Kelly, have forced Wiegman to explore alternative attacking options, such as Aggie Beever-Jones.
• England’s lack of offensive threat in their recent 0-0 draw against the USA highlighted the need to diversify their attacking strategies and reduce reliance on injured star players.
• The match against Switzerland, ranked 25th in the world, provides England with a valuable opportunity to address weaknesses and build confidence ahead of their European Championship title defense.

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