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's relentless pursuit of fitness. Despite being sidelined for nearly a month, the Lionesses captain is pushing her limits to lead her team at Wembley on Tuesday. If the world champions weren't visiting, Williamson's chances of starting would be slim, given the numerous crucial games ahead for club and country. However, she has been working tirelessly with the medical team and participating in tactical preparations at St George's Park. The stakes are high, with only the top team in the four-nation group guaranteed a spot in the World Cup. Williamson's determination is palpable, and it's hard to imagine her missing such a pivotal game. Alternatively, Lotte Wubben-Moy and Esme Morgan, two of England's most patient players, may form the centre-back partnership. Both have seen game-time in recent qualifiers and are vying for a starting spot alongside Jess Carter, Alex Greenwood, and Maya Le Tissier. Wubben-Moy, the ultimate squad player, has been analyzing her performances and working on her physical fitness with her partner Tao Geoghan-Hart. Morgan, on the other hand, took a significant career risk by moving to Washington Spirit, which has paid off, and she has developed substantially since her move to the States. A potential start for both Morgan and Wubben-Moy at Wembley would be a full-circle moment, given their shared history of being called up to the national team in the same camp in 2020.