England interim boss Hege Riise has spoken of the message of encouragement she gave to Hannah Hampton after the goalkeeper found out she would not be heading to this summer’s Tokyo Olympics. The Football Association subsequently said the timing was an error and apologised to the clubs and players concerned. Among the four goalkeepers included in the squad revealed on Tuesday was the recalled, experienced duo of Carly Telford and Karen Bardsley. Riise expressed her hope that Parris could join up with England at some point during the April camp. Riise said: “I think the talent is the most important (thing), and we just need to be open to having everyone that wants to play having a chance to play.”

Source: Express March 30, 2021 21:22 UTC