England handed further boost with Leah Williamson injury update before Euro 2025 semi-final
Williamson was forced off after rolling her ankle during the quarter-final win over Sweden but was involved in the first 15 minutes of open training in Zurich on Monday.
All of Sarina Wiegman's squad of 23 took part in the session following the gruelling penalty shoot-out win over Sweden, including Lucy Bronze and Lauren James, who appeared to be limping afterwards.
Defender Jess Carter, who announced on Sunday that she would be taking a step back from social media as a result of the 'vile' racist abuse she has received throughout the tournament, was also involved in training.
England travel to Geneva later on Monday ahead of their semi-final against Italy. The holders are bidding to return to the Euros final, where either Germany or Spain will await on Sunday, while Italy are playing their first semi-final since 1997.
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