England Women’s Football Crush Portugal with Beever-Jones Hat-Trick

England's preparations for the upcoming European Championship in Switzerland were marked by a commanding 6-0 Nations League victory over Portugal at Wembley, highlighted by Aggie Beever-Jones' 33-minute hat-trick in her first start at the venue. The 21-year-old Chelsea forward, previously limited in national team starts, demonstrated poise and goal-scoring prowess, providing a much-needed boost for manager Sarina Wiegman amid recent challenges including the unexpected retirement of goalkeeper Mary Earps and an ACL injury to Ella Morris. Beever-Jones' performance embodied the youthful energy Wiegman seeks, alongside promising contributions from young talents Jess Park and Grace Clinton, all set to play key roles at Euro 2025. Experienced players like Lauren Hemp and Lucy Bronze also played significant parts, blending youthful dynamism with veteran leadership. Wiegman emphasized a fresh team spirit and determination to overcome recent setbacks, shifting focus toward those who will represent England in the tournament. The team’s emphatic display and Beever-Jones’ breakout night have raised optimism about England's attacking options after a period of goal-scoring difficulties.