The England captain, Leah Williamson, said she is determined to make a statement at the World Cup in Australia and New Zealand in July
But Williamson, who captained England to victory at Euro 2022, said she is determined to make a statement after wearing a rainbow armband throughout the tournament.
“Obviously, you hope it’s not a last-minute call once we get there but it’s something we want to do all year round and we’ve done previously,” she said. “The statement that was made at the Euros with every team participating was incredible, every picture we have with a trophy lift there’s a rainbow armband in there. It’s a great stage and a great time to promote the values we believe in so much, so I hope it’s the same.
“We’re never shy in saying what we stand for, we’re a squad that promotes inclusivity and equality, we obviously have a number of people that feel very strongly about it,” added Williamson. “It’s not even a question for us, you’ve seen another men’s player [] step out and be as brave as they can be and they’ve changed their whole life. They don’t know what’s coming.
England play South Korea on Thursday night before facing Italy and Belgium on Sunday and Wednesday next week, respectively. Sarina Wiegman said Keira Walsh was they only possible absentee, as the defensive midfielder is struggling with a stomach bug. Arsenal defender Williamson said she also hoped that the “best decision is made in the best interests of the game” after the announcement that Saudi Arabia’s state tourism authority had been awarded sponsorship of the Women’s World Cup by Fifa. Tournament hosts Australia and New Zealand have both spoken out against the decision because of the country’s human rights record, especially relating to women and LGBTQ individuals.
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