Wiegman declares James fit for Euros final

Sarina Wiegman revealed that Lauren James will be fit to play in the Euro 2025 final against Spain on Sunday.

The England winger was a doubt for the showpiece after suffering an ankle injury during their 2-1 semi-final win over Italy, and was subsequently taken off at half-time.

James scored twice against the Netherlands in the group stage, her only direct goal contributions at the tournament so far, to help the Lionesses build momentum after their defeat to France in the opening match.

Wiegman confirmed that all 23 players trained ahead of their third consecutive major tournament final.

"We had 23 players on the pitch [on Saturday] and everyone came through," said Wiegman. "If everyone recovers well, then we have everyone fit for [the final]."

England captain Leah Williamson was also a worry for the European champions after picking up a knock in the quarter-finals.

The Lionesses are looking to become the second nation to lift the trophy at consecutive tournaments, along with Germany (1989 and 1991, then 1995 – 2013).

The defender stated that both she and the rest of the team would play through injuries in order to help their country lift the trophy again.

Williamson added: "We have a team of talented players and Lauren James brings something different, so having that available is best-case scenario for us.

 "I can speak for every single member of the squad when I say that as long as we get the green light, we would play through anything [pain]. My ankle is great. My mum rolled her ankle the other day, so she's taken all the attention now.

"I had a scare, but I want to be involved, I want to help the team, so I'm ready to go.

"We're very connected to what it means to the nation. As connected as we can be, being away from home.

"The opportunity of what's on offer is the best thing in football. We wanted to be here until the end and have the chance to fight for the trophy, and you can't do that until the final."