How do Lionesses solve full-back succession problem?
Summary
The England women's soccer team, the Lionesses, is working on a plan to address concerns about their full-back positions as they prepare for the Women's World Cup. Lucy Bronze, a key player for many years, may soon need a replacement, and the team is trying different athletes to find strong candidates at both right-back and left-back positions.Key Facts
- The Lionesses are preparing for the Women's World Cup and need to solve their full-back position issues.
- Lucy Bronze, aged 34, has been the main right-back for England for nearly ten years.
- At left-back, several players have been tried in past games, with Rachel Daly previously filling the role.
- The Football Association has been developing a plan for new full-backs for over 18 months.
- Manager Sarina Wiegman has tested multiple players in friendly matches to find suitable full-backs.
- Esme Morgan and Alex Greenwood are versatile players filling different defensive roles.
- New players like Anouk Denton and Taylor Hinds have been involved to widen the search for full-backs.
- Poppy Pattinson is a recent addition to the team, called up for upcoming World Cup qualifiers.
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