Goalkeeper Mary Earps has announced her retirement from international football and will not be part of Sarina Wiegman’s England squad at Euro 2025.
Earps was capped 53 times by the national team.
The 32-year-old won Euro 2022 and helped the side reach the final of the 2023 Women’s World Cup, where she won the Golden Glove, awarded to the best goalkeeper.
Advertisement
“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.”
Wiegman has rotated her goalkeepers in recent months, with Chelsea’s Hannah Hampton often selected as the starter. The England manager said that Earps had explained her reasoning behind her decision.
“I had hoped that Mary would play an important role within the squad this summer, so of course I am disappointed,” she said. “Mary has been clear on her reasons why she has made the decision and it is something we need to accept.
“Mary has made a huge contribution to not only the team, but the whole of English football. We will cherish those memories and of course give Mary the tributes she deserves after the summer but for now the focus needs to be on the upcoming UEFA Women’s Nations League fixtures and the Euros.”
In a press release, England also confirmed that Hampton, Manchester City’s Khiara Keating and the Orlando Pride’s Anna Moorhouse will be part of the 26-player squad for Nations League fixtures against Portugal and Spain on May 30 and June 3 respectively.
Earps made her debut in 2017 and became the first-choice goalkeeper after Wiegman’s arrival in 2021.
She plays her club football for Paris Saint-Germain, who she joined in July after five years at Manchester United. Earps came fifth in Ballon d’Or voting in 2023 and won the 2023-24 FA Cup with United.
‘A massive surprise’
Analysis by Charlotte Harpur
This comes as a huge shock.
Going into Euro 2025, there was always debate around who would be England’s No 1: Hampton or Earps.
Earps has now made that decision very clear for Wiegman by not only pulling out from this summer’s major tournament but ending her international career altogether.
Advertisement
The fact that Wiegman has said she had hoped Earps would play an important role within the squad this summer and is “disappointed” suggests that Earps was not wiling to fulfil the role Wiegman had set out for her. The England squad met up on Monday ahead of their Nations League fixtures against Portugal and Spain and although Earps says she has taken a long time to make this difficult decision, this comes as a massive surprise.
Earps has played such a significant role in the Lionesses’ success so far. She was instrumental when they won the 2022 Euros and reached the 2023 World Cup for which she was named the Best FIFA Women’s goalkeeper in consecutive years. She also won the 2023 World Cup golden glove and on the way took on Nike when they did not sell her goalkeeper shirt at the 2023 World Cup.
The Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper transcended football. She won the 2023 BBC Sports Personality of the Year award and became a standout name recognised by many in society.
(Harry Murphy/Getty Images)
This news was originally published on this post .
About the author
Littler demolishes De Decker to reach quarter-finals at World Grand Prix
Luke Littler remains on course to win his maiden World Grand Prix title after the world champion dethroned defending champion Mike De Decker 3-0 on Thursday evening at the Mattioli Arena.Littler fittingly wrapped up a comprehensive victory with a 170 checkout with De Decker not able to pose a challenge due to a horrific performance on the outer ring, missing 41 doubles in 11 legs. Littler, who won a record-breaking 11-minute match to defeat highly-rated Dutchman Gian van Veen on Tuesday, produced another ripsnorter of a performance to end De Decker's hopes of becoming the third player to retain the coveted double-start crown - a feat only accomplished by Phil Taylor and Michael van Gerwen. World Grand Prix: Second-round results Dirk van Duijvenbode 3-0 Daryl Gurney Jonny Clayton 3-1 Luke Woodhouse Luke Littler 3-0 Mike De Decker Gerwyn Price vs […]
Scotland stun Greece with fightback to boost World Cup qualifying hopes
Scotland's World Cup hopes remain very much alive after coming from behind to stun Greece 3-1 at Hampden Park. As Steve Clarke took charge of a record-equalling 71st Scotland game, he was looking to keep hopes of ending a 27-year absence from football's biggest tournament on track. But as the Scots struggled, Greece eventually took advantage of their dominance as Kostas Tsimikas fired them in front just after half-time.That was the spark the Scots needed as Ryan Christie slammed in a quick equaliser before Lewis Ferguson's first international goal gave them a surprise lead.Lyndon Dykes added a late third to keep Scotland behind Group C leaders Denmark on goal difference with Belarus next up at Hampden on Sunday. Scotland's crucial Hampden victory Image: Scotland are unbeaten in Group C It was a subdued atmosphere inside Hampden Park as the Tartan […]
Tuchel’s England outclass Wales at Wembley to build momentum
Thomas Tuchel's England maintained their positive momentum with a comfortable 3-0 win over Wales in a friendly at Wembley on Thursday night.The Three Lions boss had been criticised for his squad selection for this month's internationals, with Jude Bellingham, Phil Foden and Jack Grealish among the high-profile absentees. But Tuchel wanted to build on the impressive win over Serbia in September - and his side did just that against their outclassed neighbours. England blew Wales away in the first 20 minutes, with Morgan Rogers tucking in Marc Guehi's cutback and Ollie Watkins tapping home at the back post before Bukayo Saka curled in a beauty to make it 3-0. It was the quickest England had reached that scoreline in 38 years. Player ratings England Pickford (7), Konsa (7), Stones (7) Guehi (7), Spence (7), Anderson (7), Rice (7), Rogers (8), […]
Renovação trava e Real pode vender Vinícius Júnior para Arábia Saudita por valor recorde
3CTG8WW Madrid, Spain. 04th Oct, 2025. Vinicius Junior of Real Madrid C.F. seen in action during the La Liga EA SPORTS match between Real Madrid C.F. and Villarreal C.F., at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium. Final score: Real Madrid 3 - 1 Villarreal C.F. (Photo by Gustavo Valiente/SOPA Images/Sipa USA) Credit: Sipa US/Alamy Live NewsO futuro de Vinicius Jr. no Real Madrid está incerto. Em meio a uma negociação que se arrasta há meses, o atacante e o clube merengue ainda não chegaram a um acordo pela renovação. O contrato atual é válido até junho de 2027. PUBLICIDADE PUBLICIDADESegundo o jornal espanhol “El Debate”, a diferença salarial entre o desejado pelos empresários do brasileiro e o que o Real Madrid está disposto a pagar tem travado as conversas. A publicação indica que o impasse gira em torno de três milhões de […]
Chris Jones on Mistake in Chiefs Loss to Jaguars: ‘It’s a Teaching Point for Me’
Chris Jones took ownership of his mistake on the decisive play in the Kansas City Chiefs' loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars last week, when the three-time All-Pro defensive tackle thought Trevor Lawrence was down and stopped on the play, only to watch the Jaguars quarterback scramble to his feet and into the end zone.Lawrence's touchdown with 23 seconds remaining gave the Jaguars a 31-28 victory over the Chiefs."It's a teaching point for me. A little adversity. I can't think the play is over, you know what I mean?" Jones said Thursday, the day he typically speaks to local reporters. "It's a learning lesson. I thought it was over, thought we had him down."The Jaguars faced first-and-goal at the 1-yard line following a pass interference penalty. But they did not have any timeouts, so if Lawrence had been tagged down on […]
Indianapolis Colts’ Tyler Warren rewriting rookie history at the tight end position
Tyler Warren has been a chunk-play machine: His 17 first downs are the most by any rookie tight end in the PFF era. Dominance against zone coverage: Warren's 2.81 yards per route run against shell looks are the second-most among tight ends in the NFL. Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes The tight end position can easily be described as a slow burn upon entering the NFL. It has been conceptually viewed as one of the tougher positions to get a grasp of when transitioning from the college level to the pros. Even the most basic of numbers will back up that claim. Of all the tight ends drafted in Rounds 1-3 over the past decade, less than half have eclipsed a mere 100 yards over their first five NFL games. So, when somebody like Tyler Warren comes along and puts […]
Related
Littler demolishes De Decker to reach quarter-finals at World Grand Prix
Luke Littler remains on course to win his maiden World Grand Prix title after the world champion dethroned defending champion Mike De Decker 3-0 on Thursday evening at the Mattioli Arena.Littler fittingly wrapped up a comprehensive victory with a 170 checkout with De Decker not able to pose a challenge due to a horrific performance on the outer ring, missing 41 doubles in 11 legs. Littler, who won a record-breaking 11-minute match to defeat highly-rated Dutchman Gian van Veen on Tuesday, produced another ripsnorter of a performance to end De Decker's hopes of becoming the third player to retain the coveted double-start crown - a feat only accomplished by Phil Taylor and Michael van Gerwen. World Grand Prix: Second-round results Dirk van Duijvenbode 3-0 Daryl Gurney Jonny Clayton 3-1 Luke Woodhouse Luke Littler 3-0 Mike De Decker Gerwyn Price vs […]
Scotland stun Greece with fightback to boost World Cup qualifying hopes
Scotland's World Cup hopes remain very much alive after coming from behind to stun Greece 3-1 at Hampden Park. As Steve Clarke took charge of a record-equalling 71st Scotland game, he was looking to keep hopes of ending a 27-year absence from football's biggest tournament on track. But as the Scots struggled, Greece eventually took advantage of their dominance as Kostas Tsimikas fired them in front just after half-time.That was the spark the Scots needed as Ryan Christie slammed in a quick equaliser before Lewis Ferguson's first international goal gave them a surprise lead.Lyndon Dykes added a late third to keep Scotland behind Group C leaders Denmark on goal difference with Belarus next up at Hampden on Sunday. Scotland's crucial Hampden victory Image: Scotland are unbeaten in Group C It was a subdued atmosphere inside Hampden Park as the Tartan […]
Tuchel’s England outclass Wales at Wembley to build momentum
Thomas Tuchel's England maintained their positive momentum with a comfortable 3-0 win over Wales in a friendly at Wembley on Thursday night.The Three Lions boss had been criticised for his squad selection for this month's internationals, with Jude Bellingham, Phil Foden and Jack Grealish among the high-profile absentees. But Tuchel wanted to build on the impressive win over Serbia in September - and his side did just that against their outclassed neighbours. England blew Wales away in the first 20 minutes, with Morgan Rogers tucking in Marc Guehi's cutback and Ollie Watkins tapping home at the back post before Bukayo Saka curled in a beauty to make it 3-0. It was the quickest England had reached that scoreline in 38 years. Player ratings England Pickford (7), Konsa (7), Stones (7) Guehi (7), Spence (7), Anderson (7), Rice (7), Rogers (8), […]
Renovação trava e Real pode vender Vinícius Júnior para Arábia Saudita por valor recorde
3CTG8WW Madrid, Spain. 04th Oct, 2025. Vinicius Junior of Real Madrid C.F. seen in action during the La Liga EA SPORTS match between Real Madrid C.F. and Villarreal C.F., at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium. Final score: Real Madrid 3 - 1 Villarreal C.F. (Photo by Gustavo Valiente/SOPA Images/Sipa USA) Credit: Sipa US/Alamy Live NewsO futuro de Vinicius Jr. no Real Madrid está incerto. Em meio a uma negociação que se arrasta há meses, o atacante e o clube merengue ainda não chegaram a um acordo pela renovação. O contrato atual é válido até junho de 2027. PUBLICIDADE PUBLICIDADESegundo o jornal espanhol “El Debate”, a diferença salarial entre o desejado pelos empresários do brasileiro e o que o Real Madrid está disposto a pagar tem travado as conversas. A publicação indica que o impasse gira em torno de três milhões de […]
Chris Jones on Mistake in Chiefs Loss to Jaguars: ‘It’s a Teaching Point for Me’
Chris Jones took ownership of his mistake on the decisive play in the Kansas City Chiefs' loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars last week, when the three-time All-Pro defensive tackle thought Trevor Lawrence was down and stopped on the play, only to watch the Jaguars quarterback scramble to his feet and into the end zone.Lawrence's touchdown with 23 seconds remaining gave the Jaguars a 31-28 victory over the Chiefs."It's a teaching point for me. A little adversity. I can't think the play is over, you know what I mean?" Jones said Thursday, the day he typically speaks to local reporters. "It's a learning lesson. I thought it was over, thought we had him down."The Jaguars faced first-and-goal at the 1-yard line following a pass interference penalty. But they did not have any timeouts, so if Lawrence had been tagged down on […]
Indianapolis Colts’ Tyler Warren rewriting rookie history at the tight end position
Tyler Warren has been a chunk-play machine: His 17 first downs are the most by any rookie tight end in the PFF era. Dominance against zone coverage: Warren's 2.81 yards per route run against shell looks are the second-most among tight ends in the NFL. Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes The tight end position can easily be described as a slow burn upon entering the NFL. It has been conceptually viewed as one of the tougher positions to get a grasp of when transitioning from the college level to the pros. Even the most basic of numbers will back up that claim. Of all the tight ends drafted in Rounds 1-3 over the past decade, less than half have eclipsed a mere 100 yards over their first five NFL games. So, when somebody like Tyler Warren comes along and puts […]
Be the first to leave a comment