England coach Sarina Wiegman has explained her bold squad decisions ahead of Euro 2025, defending her approach despite recent withdrawals from Mary Earps, Fran Kirby, and Chelsea’s Millie Bright.<br />Chelsea’s Lauren James and Arsenal’s Michelle Agyemang were selected in a move that highlights Wiegman’s faith in their resilience. Speaking on James’s inclusion, who hasn’t played since April with a hamstring issue, Wiegman was emphatic: “It’s not a risk”, adding that James is expected to be fit for the July 5th opener against France.
