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Get to know the squad: Player profile | Ella Toone The England midfielder Ella Toone has been named in the England senior squad for the upcoming World Cup. The Manchester United forward was brought into the senior team for the first time in September 2020. Under England boss Sarina Wiegman, Toone has become a regular member of the team. She is a popular member of the squad both on the pitch and in the dressing room. She has scored consistently under Wiegman and bagged hat-tricks during the World Cup qualifiers. She’ll be wearing shirt number 10 for the Aust-New Zeland…

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Get to know the squad: Player profile | Lauren James Lauren James is a forward for Chelsea FC and England. She is one of the most creative players in the world and at just 21, she has a long and bright career ahead. Along with her brother Reece James, another professional footballer, the London-born star has become a regular at club level. She is an attacking player with impressive technical ability and the strength to hold off the opposition beat defenders and shoot sublime shots. She will be vital for this World Cup. James was first called up for England’s…

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Who is Millie Bright? – England’s summer captain looking for World Cup glory Millie Bright is a key defender and an important player under Sarina Weigman. She played a pivotal role in the EURO 2022 win, helping to steer the team to success and inspiring a new generation of young footballers. With Leah Williamson out of action due to injury, Millie Bright has been named captain for the summer tournament. She’ll have support from goalkeeper Mary Earps – who’s been named Vice-President. Bright has plenty of experience, she’ll be key to helping keep the team calm during any difficult spots. 

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Who is Mary Earps? – The goalkeeper who will co-Captain this summers campaign Mary Earps is England’s No. 1 goalkeeper and at age 30, she’s one of the squad’s senior players. She has played a key role in Sarina Weigman’s England team. She was a key player in the Lionesses’ EURO 2022 win, the 2022 Finalissima win and the Arnold Cup and has become a fan-favourite. Earps has cemented her place in this groundbreaking Lionesses team, making history and inspiring a whole new generation. Her role on and off the pitch is so vital, England boss Weigman named Earps as…

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Who is Ella Toone? – the midfielder says England will enjoy pressure of World Cup The England midfielder Ella Toone has been named in the England senior squad for the upcoming World Cup. The Manchester United forward was brought into the senior team for the first time in September 2020.  Under England boss Sarina Wiegman, Toone has become a regular member of the team. She is a popular member of the squad both on the pitch and in the dressing room. She has scored consistently under Wiegman and bagged hat-tricks during the World Cup qualifiers.  She’ll be wearing shirt number 10…

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Who is Alessia Russo? The superstar youngster will be key to Lioness success this summer Number 23, Alessia Russo is one of England’s breakthrough stars from the EURO 2022 – her backheel goal was a standout moment from the tournament. Having spent several years playing in the US, she returned to England to sign with Manchester United FC on a two-year contract. Since being back in England she has become more of a regular in the national team and a key player brought off the bench during the Euros. She has secured a more regular spot under boss Sarina Weigman and…

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Who is Rachel Daly? A key player on the pitch and a character in the dressing room Rachel Daly is an Aston Villa and England forward. She has reestablished herself as a key player in England in recent years, playing a huge role in England’s EURO 2022 win. She had played in the US at Houston Dash, where she was voted the most valuable player for 2019 and thrice being named in the NWSL team of the month. Following England’s EURO win, she announced she was ready to return home to England and signed for Aston Villa. Daly is an extremely…

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Who is Lauren James? One of the most technically gifted players in the game is set to shine at the 2023 World Cup Lauren James is a forward for Chelsea FC and England. She is one of the most creative players in the world and at just 21, she has a long and bright career ahead. Along with her brother Reece James, another professional footballer, the London-born star has become a regular at club level. She is an attacking player with impressive technical ability and the strength to hold off the opposition beat defenders and shoot sublime shots. She will…

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Get to know the squad: Player profile | Mary Earps – England’s No.1 goalkeeper England’s number-one goalkeeper Mary Earps captained England’s last match before the 2023 World Cup kicks off. She is a key player in the national squad, and at age 30, is considered one of the most experienced players. With England’s regular captain Leah Williamson out of the World Cup due to injury, it’s widely expected England boss Sarina Weigman will turn to senior players like Earps to help guide the team through the tournament, and hopefully to victory. A lot of well-known England players are out of this…

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Get to know the squad: Player profile | Millie Bright – the key defender in the Lionesses Millie Bright is another key player in Sarina Weigman’s England squad. The defender played a pivotal role in England’s European Championship 2022 win and was one of the key players who steered the Lionesses to victory.  Bright will play a vital role in this summer’s World Cup. With no captain Leah Williamson, who’s out with injury, Weigman will look to her senior players to provide calm in the squad. Bright is a reliable player and her presence at the back is vital to England’s…

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What time is Andy Murray playing at Wimbledon today? THE INDEPENDENT SAYS Andy Murray begins his Wimbledon campaign against fellow Brit Ryan Peniston on Tuesday. The 36-year-old and two-time Wimbledon champion believes he remains “one of the best grass court players in the world” ten years on from his memorable first triumph at the All England Club. It’s only the second time Murray has played a fellow Brit at Wimbledon and the 27-year-old Peniston, who is ranked outside of the world’s top 250, is set to relish the occasion. Peniston had a breakthrough season on grass last year, reaching quarter-finals…

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