Steph Houghton: Former England captain left out of squad for women’s Euros

Midfielder Jill Scott has been called up and will go to her 10th major tournament despite struggling with injury at the end of the season.

Wiegman said Scott had continued training at the end of the season to return to fitness and is “in a good place now”.

“She performs on the pitch and she brings something in our game. As a person she is so bright, always looks relaxed and makes people smile. She can share all the experience she has,” added Wiegman.

Chelsea forward Fran Kirby has also been selected despite struggling with fatigue and having not played since February.

From the 28-woman provisional squad named in May, goalkeeper Sandy MacIver, defender Niamh Charles and midfielders Katie Zelem and Lucy Staniforth have missed out on final selection.

England’s all-time leading goalscorer Ellen White will be going to her third successive Euros.

Manchester City forward Chloe Kelly has been included after recovering from a serious knee injury and will be one of nine players taking part in their first major tournament.

She is yet to play under Wiegman but the Dutchwoman is “excited” to see what Kelly can do in the tournament.

“[Kelly] has been growing and growing. She is excited and we are excited. We have three preparation games so hopefully we can see her a little bit more.”

The Lionesses, who are hosting the tournament, are in Group A for the Euros with Austria – their first opponents on 6 July – Norway and Northern Ireland.

Teams will be able to make changes to their squad because of illness or injury until the first game.

England play Belgium, the Netherlands and Switzerland in friendlies this month.

“I am excited by what is possible for this group. We all know this is a huge opportunity and it is one we have to grab with both hands,” said Wiegman.

“The chance to represent the nation on such a big stage on home soil is one to relish. This group so far has proven they are prepared to give it all they have in every training session, in every meeting and in every game.

“Making the final selection is always difficult because we know the talent and commitment of every single player. I am certain those we have had to disappoint will give everything to support us and be ready if called upon.”