Mary Earps announces shock England retirement before Euro 2025
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.
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