Leah Williamson and Lauren James have been recalled to the England Women's squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Ukraine and Iceland. This marks their first call-up since Euro 2025, as both players return from injury. The 25-player squad, announced by manager Sarina Wiegman, includes goalkeeper Hannah Hampton and defenders Jess Carter and Alex Greenwood, all returning after missing November's experimental squad.

However, the squad faces significant injury challenges, with key players like Beth Mead, Katie Reid, Michelle Agyemang, Ella Toone, Niamh Charles, and Missy Bo Kearns ruled out. Arsenal trio Beth Mead, Katie Reid, and Michelle Agyemang, Manchester United midfielder Ella Toone, Chelsea left-back Niamh Charles, and Aston Villa's Missy Bo Kearns are all unavailable. The qualifiers begin with the Ukraine match on March 3rd in Turkey, followed by the Iceland game on March 7th at Nottingham Forest's The City Ground.

Wiegman acknowledged the squad puzzle caused by injuries but expressed confidence in the available players' ability to perform at the highest level.