England’s 2025 Euro squad: Can the Lionesses retain their crown?
Sarina Wiegman’s 23-player squad to defend England's Euro crown has been finalised. With the tournament kicking off in just under a month, it’s time to evaluate not just who’s there - but how they might perform in Switzerland.
England land in Group D alongside France, the Netherlands, and Wales - a group widely dubbed the "group of death."
England will need to be near-flawless from the off. A strong mental start against France (5 July) could set the tone.
Squad Balance: Experience and fresh energy
The Lionesses retain a solid spine - Lucy Bronze and Leah Williamson in defence, Keira Walsh and Georgia Stanway in midfield, Alessia Russo, Lauren Hemp, Beth Mead, Ella Toone and Lauren James upfront.
However, the departures of Mary Earps, Millie Bright, and Fran Kirby leave wounds in leadership and depth.
How untested talents, like Michelle Agyemang handle the pressure, could define England’s journey.
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Full squad
Goalkeepers
Hannah Hampton
Khiara Keating
Anna Moorhouse
Defenders
Lucy Bronze
Jess Carter
Niamh Charles
Alex Greenwood
Maya Le Tessier
Esme Morgan
Leah Williamson
Lotte Wubben-Moy
Midfielders
Grace Clinton
Jess Park
Georgia Stanway
Ella Toone
Keira Walsh
Forwards
Michelle Agyemang
Aggie Beever-Jones
Lauren Hemp
Lauren James
Chloe Kelly
Beth Mead
Alessia Russo
This doesn’t smell like a team on shaky ground - it smells like one that’s been tested and tempered.
However, there are concerns over Lauren James’ fitness. The winger had been sidelined at Chelsea following a hamstring injury.
If fitness holds, if the mid‑block holds firm, if Wiegman’s blend of old and new gels quickly, these Lionesses won’t just defend - they’ll dominate.
Upcoming fixtures (in BST)
June 29: Jamaica (H), friendly at King Power Stadium, kick-off 5pm
July 5: France (N), Women's Euro 2025 group stage, kick-off 8pm
July 9: Netherlands (N), Women's Euro 2025 group stage, kick-off 5pm
July 13: Wales (N), Women's Euro 2025 group stage, kick-off 8pm
