Summary
England's goalkeeper Mary Earps has decided to retire from international football, which has surprised her teammates and coach. Leah Williamson, the England captain, expressed her support for Earps' decision, while manager Sarina Wiegman shared her disappointment but respected Earps' choice. Earps played 53 games for England and won several major tournaments.
Key Facts
- Mary Earps announced her retirement from international football.
- Earps is a goalkeeper for Paris St-Germain and played 53 games for England.
- She was part of the England team that won the 2022 Euros and 2023 Women's Finalissima.
- Earps received the FIFA Best Goalkeeper award for two years in a row.
- She recently lost her starting position on the England team to Chelsea's Hannah Hampton.
- England's captain, Leah Williamson, supports Earps' decision and considers her a close friend.
- England manager, Sarina Wiegman, expressed sadness over Earps' retirement but respects her decision.
- Chelsea captain Millie Bright also withdrew from the England squad for a break to recover physically and mentally.
