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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Jamie Braidwood

Sarina Wiegman confirms major injury concern after Leah Williamson limps off England win

Sarina Wiegman confirmed that captain Leah Williamson “rolled her ankle” during England’s chaotic Euro 2025 win over Sweden and said the defender will be assessed before the semi-final against Italy on Tuesday.

The Lionesses fought from two goals down and then survived a thrilling penalty shoot-out to keep their European title defence alive in Zurich but Wiegman may be left counting the cost of the victory after Williamson limped off in extra time.

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