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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Phil Medlicott

Lauren Hemp’s versatility impresses Sarina Wiegman in Lionesses’ defeat of USA

PA Wire

Sarina Wiegman praised Lauren Hemp’s performance in an adjusted role after the forward’s goal helped England beat the United States 2-1 in Friday’s friendly at Wembley.

Hemp, who usually operates as a winger, was deployed as a number nine as the European champions took on the reigning World Cup holders – with Ellen White having retired and Alessia Russo unavailable due to injury.

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