Aggie Beever-Jones, Grace Clinton and Ella Toone miss the squad due to injuries, with others unavailable for Spain and Iceland fixtures.

England manager builds a 23-player squad to face Spain and Iceland in April World Cup qualifiers, including a surprising call-up for 17-year-old Erica Meg Parkinson of Valadares Gaia in Portugal.

Captain Leah Williamson is managed through a return from hamstring trouble and is expected to be fit for Wembley, with the coach stressing her recent strong form when available.

England head into the qualifier with Spain at Wembley, a top duel in Group A3 where Spain sit No. 1 and England No. 4, and England currently lead on points.

The squad also features updates on fitness for Ellie Roebuck and Williamson, and celebrates Walsh nearing 100 caps as a leadership touchstone.

Wiegman explains selection dynamics, noting why Pattinson was omitted and emphasising development and momentum from the February–March training camp.

Williamson’s hamstring niggle is described as not the worst and her return is a controlled process coordinated with Arsenal and the player’s management.

Parkinson is described as a dynamic, technically proficient attacking midfielder joining the senior setup as a developmental call-up with four training sessions before the Spain game.

Beth Mead returns to the squad after shin injury, providing a key attacking option amid several absences up front.

The squad lists goalkeepers like Ellie Roebuck, defenders including Lucy Bronze and Leah Williamson, midfielders such as Keira Walsh and Erica Parkinson, and attackers like Beth Mead and Lauren James.

Other absences include hip and ankle injuries, no club football for six weeks, ACL concerns, and a pregnancy/miscarriage in the mix, creating opportunities for younger players.

Wiegman notes Parkinson’s pathway through youth levels and stresses there is no expectation of immediate starts, framing her inclusion as a developmental opportunity to train with the seniors.