Summary
Millie Bright, an England football player, has decided not to participate in the upcoming UEFA Women's Euros due to not being able to give her best effort mentally or physically. Bright, after completing a busy season with Chelsea, cited burnout as her reason for stepping back and joining teammates Mary Earps and Fran Kirby, who also recently withdrew.
Key Facts
- Millie Bright is an England defender who has chosen not to play in the UEFA Women's Euros for health reasons.
- She said she couldn't give her full effort mentally or physically due to burnout.
- Bright played 36 games last season and was part of Chelsea's team that won three major domestic titles.
- Mary Earps and Fran Kirby, two other experienced England players, also withdrew recently.
- England's manager, Sarina Wiegman, hopes Bright will feel better soon and emphasized the importance of self-care.
- Bright was a key player in previous tournaments, including England's victory in the 2022 UEFA Women's Euro.
- England faces challenges as they prepare for the tournament with three experienced players unavailable.
- Bright's decision comes shortly after England was knocked out of the Nations League by Spain.
