Harrogate's Rachel Daly has announced she is retiring from international football.
The 32-year-old Aston Villa forward said it has been an “honour” to represent her country.
However Harrogate’s Lioness is retiring from the national team after an eight-year stint.
Rachel represented England at Euro 2022 and scored her first World Cup goal last year as England reached the final.
The former Rossett School pupil retires with 84 senior caps and 16 goals.
Announcing the news via social media, she said:
"I would love nothing more than to play for England forever, but the time has come for me to hang my boots up on the international stage.
"While today is an extremely difficult day for me, it is also one filled with reflection and immense gratitude.”
The announcement comes the morning after the Lionesses 2-0 victory over Republic of Ireland in their Euro 2025 qualifier. She came off the bench late in the match.
She said:
“Playing for and representing England has been a privilege. During my eight years as a lioness, I've always pursued success and winning football matches, while playing and training with the highest standards of competition, passion and perseverance.
"It has been the greatest honour to represent my family, my teammates and the entire country. I have a lot of incredible memories during my time with England that have been pivotal moments. Winning the Euros and then reaching the World Cup Final changed a lot for me, not only as a footballer but as a person. I’m so fortunate that I've been able to share that with so many remarkable people throughout my journey.
"I have made special friendships that will last a lifetime. I will be eternally grateful to have been given the opportunity to wear the England badge with immense pride over the past eight years.
"I am very fortunate to have played a small part in making history with the Lionesses and I feel now is the right time to pass on that baton to the next generation and be England’s number one fan from the stands! I am excited to keep working hard at club level to reach new highs and spend some much needed quality time with my loved ones! Thank you."
Rachel made her England debut and scored in a 7-0 Euro 2017 qualification victory over Serbia.
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