Lionesses star Keira Walsh has opened up on the “bittersweet” nature of her Women’s World Cup call-up, with the Barcelona midfielder having to prepare herself for a "tough period" without compatriot Leah Williamson.
Walsh was named in Sarina Wiegman’s 23-player World Cup squad earlier this month, and the 26-year-old is set to play a critical role in the Lionesses campaign following a sensational year in Spain.
However, Walsh will have to do so without Arsenal defender and England captain Leah Williamson, who suffered an ACL injury in the Gunners’ WSL clash against Manchester United in April and saw her World Cup dreams dashed.
