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Mary Earps Defends Memoir After Backlash Over Hampton, Wiegman Claims

Chelsea coach Sonia Bompastor publicly defends Hannah Hampton, questioning the respect shown in Earps’ remarks.

Overview

  • Earps says excerpts from her forthcoming book were distorted in coverage and insists she did not write it to tear anyone down.
  • Serialised passages allege Sarina Wiegman rewarded bad behaviour by recalling Hampton after earlier behind‑the‑scenes issues, a rift Earps links to her retirement 36 days before Euro 2025.
  • In an emotional interview, Earps says she respects Wiegman and calls Hampton a very talented goalkeeper, adding there is no bad blood between them.
  • Bompastor criticises Earps’ comments as disrespectful while praising Hampton’s professionalism and voicing support for Wiegman.
  • Reports citing unnamed insiders say England players will be advised not to comment on Earps as the book, out Nov. 6, also includes her coming out and details of past mental‑health struggles; Hampton is now England’s No. 1 after starring at Euro 2025 and winning the Yashin Trophy.