In England's four friendly matches to end 2025, manager Sarina Wiegman started three different players at left-back, and Bronze and Maya Le Tissier at right-back. The Dutchwoman has made it clear she believes Le Tissier is the current back-up option for Bronze despite captaining Manchester United at centre-back. Versatile Washington Spirit defender Esme Morgan, who impressed at centre-back during Euro 2025, is also capable of playing on the right. In Le Tissier, Morgan and Gotham FC defender Jess Carter, Wiegman has players who can switch positions across the back four, despite centre-back being their preferred role. The same can be said for Manchester City captain Alex Greenwood, who has been one of England's most consistent performers under Wiegman.

Source: BBC March 01, 2026 09:11 UTC