England Faces Lauren James Injury Doubt Ahead Euro 2025 Final Spain

England's Lauren James remains a fitness doubt ahead of the Euro 2025 final against Spain due to an ankle injury sustained in the semi-final against Italy. Despite being forced off at halftime and seen with ice on her ankle, James participated in training sessions, and coach Sarina Wiegman remains optimistic but cautious, stating they will give her every chance to be available for the final. If James is unable to start, England may choose between Beth Mead or Chloe Kelly to fill the right-wing position, with Kelly having made decisive contributions from the bench in knockout matches. Captain Leah Williamson also overcame an ankle injury to start the semi-final and is expected to be fit for the final. The Lionesses have largely kept a consistent starting lineup throughout the tournament, with minimal changes apart from injury-related substitutions. The final will be held at St Jakob-Park in Basel, with Spain awaiting after their own hard-fought semi-final win.