England's Lionesses have broken their silence on the contentious squad selections ahead of the Euro 2025 tournament, with goalkeeper Mary Earps and captain Millie Bright addressing the media for the first time since the announcement.
The duo, key figures in England's recent successes, spoke candidly about the challenges of squad selection and the need for unity as the team prepares for the upcoming championship.
Earps on Overcoming Adversity
Mary Earps, who has become a fan favourite for her heroic performances between the posts, admitted that being dropped from pre-tournament selections was a tough pill to swallow. "It's never easy to hear you're not in the squad," she said. "But setbacks are part of football. I've used it as motivation to come back stronger."
Bright Calls for Team Unity
Captain Millie Bright emphasised the importance of squad harmony, insisting that difficult decisions are part of elite sport. "Every player wants to be involved, but we trust the manager's vision," Bright stated. "What matters now is supporting those who've been selected and preparing as a united group."
The defenders comments come amid speculation about potential rifts in the camp following some surprise omissions from the provisional squad.
Road to Euro 2025
With the tournament now on the horizon, both players stressed their commitment to helping England defend their European crown. Earps added: "We've got an incredible group of players and staff. The focus is entirely on bringing that trophy home again."
England begin their Euro 2025 qualifying campaign next month, with manager Sarina Wiegman expected to finalise her squad in the coming weeks.
