Man Utd midfielder Toone returns to England squad
Ella Toone has been named in the England squad for the upcoming Women's World Cup qualifiers against Spain and Ukraine. The Manchester United midfielder returns after recovering from a hip injury that sidelined her for several months. Chelsea defender Lucy Bronze is also included despite her recent injury concerns, as England aims to secure their place in the World Cup.
- ▪Ella Toone has not played for the Lionesses since November due to a hip issue.
- ▪Lucy Bronze is included in the squad despite wearing a protective boot after missing a recent match.
- ▪England currently leads their qualifying group with four wins from four matches.
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Man Utd midfielder Toone returns to England squadImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Ella Toone scored in England's 8-0 win over China in NovemberByEmma SandersBBC Sport women’s football news reporterPublished3 minutes agoManchester United midfielder Ella Toone has returned to the England squad for the crucial Women's World Cup qualifiers against Spain and Ukraine.The 26-year-old has not featured for the Lionesses since November because of a hip issue that ruled her out for the second half of the Women's Super League season.Chelsea defender Lucy Bronze is also included despite missing Saturday's WSL win over United and having been seen wearing a protective boot.Bronze, 34, has started three of England's four qualifying matches but is a doubt for next week's World Sevens…
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