Williamson's Heartfelt Tribute to Retiring Lioness Earps

England Lionesses Captain Leah Williamson expresses her sadness and devastation at the retirement of Mary Earps from international football. Williamson, visibly emotional during a press conference, described Earps as 'one of my closest friends in football'. She said, "I'm devastated just because I love her. Selfishly, I want Mary as my teammate!" Williamson also spoke of Earps' incredible service to the England team and the passion she brought to the game. The news of Earps' retirement has sent shockwaves through the football world, and Williamson's heartfelt response underscores the depth of feeling surrounding the decision. Despite the sadness, Williamson expressed respect for Earps' choice and emphasized the team's determination to continue winning. The video clip of Williamson's statement has gone viral, demonstrating the public's support for Earps and the strong bond within the England team.