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Lionesses stars in contention for individual accolades as Sarina Wiegman’s side eye a shot at the World Cup in 2027

The Lionesses are champions of Europe again, but soon they will be turning their attention to the World Cup in 2027.

England have never won the Women’s World Cup and they were beaten by Spain in the final in 2023.

The Lionesses will bid to go one better in Brazil, while head coach Sarina Wiegman will also be vying to win the one big trophy that has eluded her.

Here, Standard Sport runs the rule over England’s heroes from Euro 2025 and looks at what could be next for them…

Goalkeepers

Hannah Hampton

Still only 24, so she could easily be England No1 for years to come. Established as Chelsea’s first-choice, too, and now viewed as one of the best goalkeepers in the game.

Hannah Hampton saved two Spain penalties in the shootout in the final

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Khiara Keating

Now the No2 after Mary Earps retired and will put pressure on Hampton. Will have to fight for her place at Manchester City, though, with Ayaka Yamashita.

Anna Moorhouse

Will hope to make her England debut as she is still uncapped, despite being first called up last year. Probably the No3 behind both Hampton and Keating.

Defenders

An utter warrior. Thirty-three now, but you would not bet against her playing at the World Cup in two years. Move to Chelsea has galvanised her.

Jess Carter

Silenced her critics with a great performance in the final. Will stay a part of the squad, but faces competition - especially if Millie Bright returns.

Niamh Charles

Will have designs on getting back into the team at left-back. Form at Chelsea dipped last season - and she needs a big year now.

Alex Greenwood

One of a few players over 30, but she will be determined to make it to the World Cup. Looks best at centre-back and not left-back.

Lucy Bronze revealed she played the whole of Euro 2025 with a broken leg

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Maya Le Tissier

Feels like the heir to Bronze, but may have to be patient a bit longer. Will be a handy squad player as she can also play centre-back.

Esme Morgan

The spot alongside Williamson feels up for grabs - and Morgan could take it. Still has three years left on her deal with Washington Spirit in the US.

Leah Williamson

Now in the prime of her career and should keep the captaincy. Will be determined to lead Arsenal to a first Women’s Super League title since 2019.

Lotte Wubben-Moy

Struggles for minutes with England, but should stay part of the squad as she is a big voice in the dressing room.

Midfielders

Grace Clinton

Should be targeting breaking into the team over the next two years. One year left on her deal at Manchester United and big clubs will be eyeing her.

Jess Park

So talented from a technical point of view. More minutes at Manchester City could help her break into the England team.

Georgia Stanway

Arguably England’s best midfielder now. Has one year left on her contract at Bayern Munich. A return to the Women’s Super League would make sense.

Georgia Stanway could be on her way back to the WSL from Bayern Munich

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Ella Toone

Only 25, but feels like she has been around for much longer. Huge personality in the squad and should grow into a leader.

Keira Walsh

Influence on the team not as great as it once was, but still so valuable. Won’t be long before she wins her 100th cap.

Forwards

Michelle Agyemang

Arsenal have a big decision to make as to whether they loan her next season. The 19-year-old needs - and deserves - regular minutes after this Euros.

Aggie Beever-Jones

Such an exciting prospect and will put pressure on Russo. Needs more starts at Chelsea to aid her cause.

Lauren Hemp

Only 24 but already has 70 caps. One of Wiegman’s favourite players and should be in her prime by the next World Cup.

Lauren James

Shows flashes of brilliance, but injuries continue to hamper her. Must try to eradicate those before the next World Cup so England can rely on her.

Alessia Russo celebrates after equalising against Spain in the final

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Chloe Kelly

The nation’s hero and a real contender for BBC Sports Personality of the Year. Signed a three-year contract with Arsenal and is now settled. Will want to be a starter for England.

Beth Mead

No longer a guaranteed starter, but her experience is invaluable. May have to get used to being an impact player given Kelly’s rise.

Alessia Russo

The Ballon d’Or? After winning the Champions League and Euros, she has to be a contender. A great all-round player, but will want to target scoring more goals.