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England’s Nations League Squad Finalized with Key Returns and Notable Absences

Sarina Wiegman names 27-player squad featuring Stanway, Greenwood, and Hemp’s comebacks, while Lauren James misses out due to injury.

Soccer Football - International Friendly - Women - England Training - St George's Park, Burton upon Trent, Britain - October 24, 2024 England's Lauren Hemp during training Action Images via Reuters/Peter Cziborra
Soccer Football - UEFA Women's Nations League - Group A - England v Belgium - King Power Stadium, Leicester, Britain - October 27, 2023 England's Alex Greenwood REUTERS/Molly Darlington
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Overview

  • Sarina Wiegman has announced a 27-player England squad for Nations League matches against Portugal and Spain, the final competitive tests before Euro 2025.
  • Georgia Stanway, Alex Greenwood, and Lauren Hemp return to the squad after recovering from long-term knee injuries, providing a boost ahead of the summer tournament.
  • Chelsea forward Lauren James is ruled out due to a hamstring injury sustained in April, with her fitness for the Euros still uncertain.
  • Brighton forward Michelle Agyemang retains her spot after scoring on her debut, and Tottenham defender Ella Morris earns her first senior call-up.
  • Victories in the Nations League matches on May 30 and June 3 would secure England a place in the knockout stage, while also serving as key preparation for their Euro title defense starting July 5.