With Williamson ruled out of this summer’s World Cup with a ruptured ACL, the captain’s armband needs a new custodian
Sarina Wiegman’s trust in Greenwood was emphasised when the England manager named the Manchester City defender as the Lionesses’ captain for theirin February. Greenwood has also captained City in Steph Houghton’s absence and recently stressed she is not daunted by wearing the armband for club or country. “It’s a massive honour,” she said. “But it’s a responsibility I accept and quite enjoy. I don’t think of it as a pressure.
Although she now prefers to play the latter position, Greenwood was originally a left-back and remains extremely capable in the role. With Williamson removed from the World Cup equation it seems inconceivable that City’s set-piece specialist will not regularly start games in Australia. It had seemed Houghton’s England career was over, but Williamson’s injury potentially re-opens the door. Gareth Taylor, City’s manager, suggests her enduring talent should not be overlooked. “Steph’s playing some of her best ever football,” he said. “She’s been pretty immense and her leadership qualities are huge. No one helps my team more than Steph. She’s top-class professionalism personified.”
Houghton’s husband, the former Liverpool defender Stephen Darby, was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in 2018. “What Steph’s going through is horrific but you’d never know,” said Neville. “She’s a brilliant player and an even better person. She’s got courage and class and is so respected by the other England players. She’s the ultimate professional.”Millie Bright
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