Mary Earps QUITS Lionesses: Star walks out on England after being dropped from No 1 role by Sarina Wiegman - but coach is 'furious with her for bombshell decision just five weeks before Euros'
Earps was England's starting goalkeeper during their triumphant Euro 2022 campaign and remained first choice during the 2023 World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.
The shot stopped played a key role in helping England reach the final of the tournament, before making a superb penalty stop against Spain in the showpiece.
Earps was named BBC Sports Personality of the Year following her performances at the tournament, despite England ultimately losing 1-0 in the final.
The PSG goalkeeper, however, has since been displaced by Hannah Hampton as England's No.1 in the build-up to this summer's European Championships.
Earps has now confirmed her international retirement with immediate effect.
'I have taken the difficult decision to retire internationally,' Earps said.
'It has been the greatest honour and privilege of my life, to wear this badge, represent my country and play alongside such an incredible group of players.
'I've spent a long time making this decision and it's not one I've made lightly.
'For me, ultimately this is the right time for me to step aside and give the younger generation an opportunity to thrive.
'Winning the EUROs in 2022 was the best day of my life, and I'm rooting for the girls to do it again this summer.'
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