Mary Earps, the goalkeeper for Manchester United Women, has withdrawn from England's squad due to a hip injury.
Earps, who is out of contract with United in the summer, began in goal for the Lionesses against France at St James' Park on Friday.
Her time on the pitch, however, was cut short when she suffered an injury in the first minute of Les Bleus' 2-1 defeat.
Earps felt discomfort as he returned a pass to her feet before clearing the ball to defender Millie Bright.
The United star received treatment and attempted to play through the pain barrier, but it became clear she couldn't continue as she struck the deck again.
The 31-year-old was subsequently removed and replaced by Chelsea's Hannah Hampton. Following the final whistle, Earps was seen on crutches, raising suspicions that her condition was serious.
Wiegmann stated, "I haven't spoken with her or the doctor. Of course I am concerned. She rarely leaves the pitch and uses crutches. I'm not sure, but there are some worries.
It has been revealed that Earps has withdrawn from the England squad due to a "minor hip injury."
Uncapped To cover for Earps' absence, Birmingham goalkeeper Lucy Thomas has been called up to the senior squad.
England is currently in third place in League A Group 3, with four points. Wiegmann's team has won one, drawn one, and lost one of its first three matches.
To qualify for Euro 2025, which will be held in Switzerland next summer, they must finish in the top two spots in their group.
England face a return fixture with France this Tuesday.
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