Arsenal defender Leah Williamson has been named as England's captain for the UEFA Women's Euros 2022.
Leah Williamson, from Milton Keynes, has been named England's captain for this summer's Women's Euros.
Williamson, who was raised in Milton Keynes, has been wearing the armband whilst captain Steph Houghton dealt with injury.
Now, the MK-born Arsenal player will be leading the team for the UEFA Euros.
My statement regarding the @Lionesses captaincy ✍🏻
— Steph Houghton MBE (@stephhoughton2) April 5, 2022
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The 2022 UEFA Women's Euro, which takes place in June and July, is shaping up to be one of the biggest events in women's footballing history as 16 nations compete to be crowned European champions.
Much like the UEFA 2020 Euro, the 2021 Women's Euro was delayed for a year due to the currently ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Milton Keynes is proud to be hosting four games at Stadium MK this year involving Germany, Spain, Denmark and Finland, as well as a semi-final, in what’s expected to be a record-breaking tournament for women’s football.
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On all local match days, a carnival-like Fan Party will be held at Station Square in Central Milton Keynes, which will be fully decorated in tournament colours.
This will be where thousands of supporters arriving by train and car will join local families, groups, and other fans to soak up the atmosphere and enjoy music, films and other entertainment, a family fun zone, refreshments, and football-themed exhibitions. From Station Square, fans will be able to make their way to Stadium MK via dedicated shuttle buses.
MK Council is also one of ten local authorities in the country that will host a vibrant arts programme as part of the UEFA Women’s EURO 2022 in England this summer.
The exciting national cultural programme is supported by £800,000 funding from Arts Council England, thanks to National Lottery players.
