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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Joe Sommerlad

Jess Carter: England defender brought back in by Sarina Wiegman for China clash

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With England missing Leah Williamson for the World Cup, Jess Carter is likely to find herself with more first-team opportunities in Australia and New Zealand than she might otherwise have expected.

The Chelsea defender, 25, has been part of a solid backline with Bright and Magdalena Eriksson for the West London club in the past and would make an able stand-in alongside Alex Greenwood or Esme Morgan should her teammate not prove ready in time.

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