Williamson and Mead Return to England Squad as 17-Year-Old Parkinson Earns First Call-Up

England's latest squad has been announced, with Leah Williamson and Beth Mead returning to the team ahead of World Cup qualifiers against Spain and Iceland. Notably, 17-year-old Erica Meg Parkinson has received her first senior call-up, marking a significant milestone in her young career. Williamson has been dealing with a hamstring injury but is expected to regain fitness in time for the international break. Parkinson, who plays for Portuguese side Valadares Gaia, has been called up due to injuries to key players, including Ella Toone and Grace Clinton. England manager Wiegman expressed her enthusiasm for Parkinson's potential, describing her as a dynamic and attacking midfielder. The teenager's surprise inclusion has generated excitement, with Wiegman acknowledging that it's a big step for Parkinson to join the senior team but expressing confidence in her abilities. The Lionesses face Spain on April 14 and Iceland on April 18, with the top spot in Group A3 guaranteeing automatic qualification for the 2027 World Cup in Brazil.