Lucy Bronze, a prominent figure in women’s football, expressed unwavering confidence in the current England Lionesses squad, asserting that they can achieve success without key players. With the team preparing for the UEFA Women’s Euro 2024, Bronze emphasized her teammates’ strength and mental resolve. She was right to stress their winning mentality, so often the hallmark of teams that go on to claim glory this summer.
In a recent interview with Bronze, she expressed nothing but faith in the Lionesses talents. Despite the uncertainty, she says she’s confident in this squad’s depth and focus to make a run in the tournament. This conviction continues to hold true, in the absence of experienced contributors such as Mary Earps, Fran Kirby and Millie Bright. “We have a strong group of players who are ready to step up and take on any challenge,” she remarked.
Bronze did note that the current squad has built up a good winning mentality. This key characteristic can carry them forward to victory in the Euros. This mindset, she argued, is an outcome of intensive training, high-stakes competition, and a mutually inspiring desire to win that extends beyond self-focus to teammates. “The players understand what is at stake and are ready to put in the work,” she noted.
Bronze even claimed that the Lionesses are more than equipped to cope without their biggest stars. In particular, she pointed how they can cope without their first-choice goalkeeper, Mary Earps. She celebrated Earps’ accomplishments but emphasized that the club has other talented top goalies ready to step up and take the lead as keepers. “We have talent in every position, and we trust each other,” she stated.
Similarly, Bronze emphasized that the team can manage without Fran Kirby and Millie Bright, both of whom have played pivotal roles in previous tournaments. “While their experience is invaluable, we have young players who are eager to prove themselves,” she explained. This feeling is indicative of a larger trend with the squad, as newcomers are finding themselves in increasingly impactful positions.
With the Euro 2024 fast approaching, there is much to be hopeful about regarding the Lionesses’ preparations. The team’s camaraderie and spirit is palpable, as they push themselves in their training sessions to get prime themselves for the tests to come. Bronze’s confidence in her teammates serves as a rallying cry for fans and supporters who are eager to see the Lionesses compete on the European stage.
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