Women's Euros: England star Millie Bright has been through it all
2 years, 5 months ago

Women's Euros: England star Millie Bright has been through it all

Daily Mail  

When Sarina Wiegman was doing the rounds of congratulating England's players after their quarter-final victory over Spain, she made a beeline for Millie Bright. Sarina Wiegman made a beeline for Millie Bright after England defeated Spain on Wednesday With England 1-0 down heading into the final 10 minutes, Wiegman sent her centre back up front. Bright was sent off in England's World Cup semi-final loss to the United States three years ago 'That would happen several times a week. Chelsea and England team-mate Fran Kirby has praised Bright's influence at Euro 2022 'Millie is someone who I think over the years has progressively understood her role in the England team in terms of being more of a leader, more vocal,' said her Chelsea and England team-mate Fran Kirby.

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Millie Bright insists former boss Emma Hayes will become 'the enemy' when England take on the USA - as she admits it's been a 'seamless' transition since ex-Chelsea manager's exit
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Millie Bright insists former boss Emma Hayes will become 'the enemy' when England take on the USA - as she admits it's been a 'seamless' transition since ex-Chelsea manager's exit

Daily Mail  

When Emma Hayes made her highly publicised departure from Chelsea for the United States this summer, there was one player who felt her absence more acutely than most. ‘You want to go into that tournament knowing you’ve had exposure to every type of team and every type of threat and I think the friendlies that we’ve got lined up are …

Millie Bright ready to take on France after challenging injury battle
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Millie Bright ready to take on France after challenging injury battle

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “I always still feel involved and a responsibility and being injured is …

KATHRYN BATTE: Rocks at the back are KEY to the Lionesses' World Cup hopes as forwards find their feet... the experience and know-how of players like Millie Bright and Alex Greenwood cannot be underes
1 year, 4 months ago

KATHRYN BATTE: Rocks at the back are KEY to the Lionesses' World Cup hopes as forwards find their feet... the experience and know-how of players like Millie Bright and Alex Greenwood cannot be underes

Daily Mail  

It is fair to say the excitement around this England squad ahead of the World Cup was focused on their up-and-coming young players. Alessia Russo and Lauren Hemp have been growing into the tournament, while the backline have been praised for their solid defence and experience at on the biggest stage The attention was on the likes of Alessia Russo, …

FIFA Women’s World Cup: England captain Millie Bright given all-clear to start Lionesses’ title bid
1 year, 5 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup: England captain Millie Bright given all-clear to start Lionesses’ title bid

The Hindu  

England captain Millie Bright has been cleared to start the Lionesses’ Women’s World Cup opener against Haiti on Saturday in a significant boost for coach Sarina Weigman. I’ve been given absolutely everything that I needed to be in this position.” FIFA Women’s World Cup Preview: Storylines dominating this WWC and top players to watch out for Injuries have plagued the …

England captain Millie Bright given all-clear to start Lionesses’ Women’s World Cup bid
1 year, 5 months ago

England captain Millie Bright given all-clear to start Lionesses’ Women’s World Cup bid

Associated Press  

BRISBANE, Australia — England captain Millie Bright has been cleared to start the Lionesses’ Women’s World Cup opener against Haiti on Saturday in a significant boost for coach Sarina Weigman. I’ve been given absolutely everything that I needed to be in this position.” Injuries have plagued the Lionesses, who won the European Championship last year, in their lead up to …

Millie Bright offers injury update ahead of Women’s World Cup
1 year, 5 months ago

Millie Bright offers injury update ahead of Women’s World Cup

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Millie Bright has expressed her confidence that she …

England captain Bright expects to be fit for FIFA Women’s World Cup
1 year, 5 months ago

England captain Bright expects to be fit for FIFA Women’s World Cup

The Hindu  

England captain Millie Bright expects to be fit for the start of the Lionesses’ World Cup campaign next month as she recovers from knee surgery. Bright will not be involved when England face Portugal in a warm-up friendly on Saturday, but is hoping to face Haiti in her side’s opening game of the group stage on July 22 in Brisbane. …

England coach Sarina Wiegman aiming to add Women’s World Cup to European triumph
1 year, 5 months ago

England coach Sarina Wiegman aiming to add Women’s World Cup to European triumph

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — A year after winning Euro 2022, England is out for more at the Women’s World Cup. Wiegman has also included some bright new talents, such as Lauren James — the sister Chelsea right back Reece James and one of the most exciting players to emerge since the last Women’s World Cup. She has been named in an …

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