Overview

• The Football Association confirmed the decision as Bright announced it on her Daly Brightness podcast.
• Bright ends a nine-year England career with 88 caps and six goals, including Euro 2022 triumph and the captaincy for the 2023 World Cup final.
• She explained that focusing fully on club football felt right after mental and physical fatigue and a summer knee procedure.
• Sarina Wiegman hailed Bright as an England legend and a true leader in a tribute issued by the FA.
• The move comes on the eve of squad selection for October friendlies against Brazil and Australia, opening opportunities for emerging defenders.