Mary Earps announces retirement from England duty
England goalkeeper Mary Earps has announced her retirement from international football.
Earps made her senior Lionesses debut in 2017 and was part of the team which won the Women's EUROs in 2022 before reaching the World Cup final a year later.
But ahead of Sarina Wiegman's side preparing to defend their crown this summer, the Paris Saint-Germain stopper announced on Tuesday that she is stepping back.
'I have taken the difficult decision to retire internationally," confirmed Earps.
"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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