Former England and Manchester United goalkeeper Mary Earps has spoken out about her protest against what she perceives as the rewarding of ‘bad behavior’. The issue arose when fellow goalkeeper Hannah Hampton was reintroduced to the England squad. Earps, in her newly released autobiography ‘All In’, disclosed that Hampton’s disruptive conduct behind the scenes during England’s Euro 2022 victory posed challenges during training and strained team dynamics.
Although Earps declined to delve into specifics of Hampton’s behavior, she emphasized that she has attempted to move past the situation by privately reaching out to Hampton to clear any ill feelings. Reports from October 2022 had previously cited Hampton’s exclusion from England squads due to her conduct and attitude at team gatherings. When asked about the matter, manager Sarina Wiegman refrained from commenting further, stating it was a personal issue.
Following the turmoil, Hampton confessed to feeling the urge to quit football as she struggled to maintain her motivation. However, with the support of her family and friends, she found the strength to persevere and continue her career. Despite the challenges, Hampton’s determination led to her reinstatement in the England squad in 2023, with Wiegman reportedly consulting Earps prior to the decision.
In a turn of events, Hampton later emerged as Wiegman’s primary choice for goalkeeper, prompting Earps to make the bold decision to retire from international football just before the Euros in Switzerland. The Lionesses went on to defend their title with Hampton making significant contributions to the team’s success.
Earps, in her forthcoming biography, candidly discusses the criticism she faced as a young player and the emotional struggles she endured, including unhealthy coping mechanisms like binge-drinking and poor eating habits. The former Lioness’s book sheds light on her personal journey through adversity and self-discovery.
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