Speaking before England host Spain at Wembley on Wednesday, the first meeting of the two sides since Spain’s 1-0 victory in that World Cup final in Sydney, England’s head coach Wiegman reiterated her support for Spain’s players and said their remarkable comeback to earn a 3-2 win over Belgium just over 24 hours after the trial’s verdict demonstrated how brave they are.
Wiegman confirmed that every member of England’s squad is available for the visit of the world champions with Lucy Bronze, who was withdrawn at half-time in England’s 1-1 draw with Portugal on Friday, fit to play.
Sarina Wiegman has said Jenni Hermoso is showing “remarkable courage and bravery” with her decision to lodge an appeal following the conviction of Luis Rubiales for sexual assault but acquittal for coercion.
Last week Rubiales was found guilty of sexual assault for kissing Hermoso without consent during the medal ceremony of the World Cup final in 2023, with the court ruling he pay a €10,000 (£8,290) fine.
England got off to a strong start against Portugal but struggled in the second half and Wiegman urged critics to remember the context of a changing game and more competitive matches when analysing results.
