Williamson's Determined Bid to Face Spain

To understand the significance of the England vs Spain match for the players, look no further than Leah Williamson. Despite concerns over her fitness, the Lionesses captain is pushing herself to the limit to lead her team at Wembley on Tuesday. If the world champions weren't visiting, it's unlikely Williamson would be considered for selection with so many crucial games on the horizon. However, she's been putting in extra work with the medical team and participating in tactical preparations at St George's Park. The stakes are high, with only the group winners guaranteed a spot at the World Cup in Brazil. Williamson is determined not to miss this pivotal match. If she's not risked, Lotte Wubben-Moy and Esme Morgan may form the centre-back partnership instead. Both players have been given game-time in recent qualifiers and are vying for a starting spot alongside Jess Carter, Alex Greenwood, and Maya Le Tissier. Wubben-Moy has been the ultimate squad player, while Morgan has developed significantly since moving to Washington Spirit. The two players, who were first called up together in 2020, may now find themselves at the forefront of England's defence against the world's number one ranked nation.