England's Taylor Hinds Withdraws from Squad Due to Ankle Injury

Defender Taylor Hinds has officially withdrawn from the England squad following an ankle injury sustained last week. This unfortunate setback means that Hinds will return to Arsenal for further assessment and treatment, as she focuses on her recovery. Meanwhile, the rest of the England squad will continue their preparations at St. George's Park as they gear up for an important World Cup qualifier against Spain. This match is scheduled for Friday at the Estadi Mallorca Son Moix. Key details of the upcoming fixtures include: After the Spain match, the Lionesses will head back to England. They will face Ukraine at Everton's Hill Dickinson Stadium on 9 June. This qualifier against Spain is pivotal, as England can secure a spot at the 2027 World Cup in Brazil if they manage to avoid defeat. The tournament is set to feature 32 teams and will take place from 24 June to 25 July.
Source: BBC Sport - 2026-06-02