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Laura Blindkilde Brown: Sarina Wiegman has announced her 23-player England squad for UEFA Women’s Euro 2025, with forward Lauren James included despite recent fitness concerns. The tournament will take place in Switzerland next month, where England will look to defend their European title.

James, who plays for Chelsea, has not played since April due to a hamstring injury. Still, Wiegman has opted to take a calculated risk on the 23-year-old, who has netted seven goals in 27 international appearances.

One of the most exciting selections is 19-year-old Michelle Agyemang. The Arsenal striker has just one senior cap but made an immediate impact by scoring within 41 seconds on her debut against Belgium in April. She joins six other forwards in the squad.