Summary
Mary Earps, the England national football team's goalkeeper, announced her retirement from international football just five weeks before the European Championship in Switzerland. Earps, who played a key role in England's Euro 2022 victory and the 2023 Women's Finalissima win, decided to step aside to allow younger players to have an opportunity.
Key Facts
- Mary Earps retired from international football at age 32.
- She played 53 games for England over eight years.
- Earps helped England win Euro 2022 and the 2023 Women's Finalissima.
- She recently lost her starting position to goalkeeper Hannah Hampton.
- England's coach, Sarina Wiegman, expressed disappointment at Earps' decision as she hoped Earps would play an important role in the upcoming tournament.
- Earps announced her retirement before the final selection of the Euro 2025 squad.
- Throughout her career, Earps advocated for change in women's football, including challenging Nike over goalkeeper kit availability.
