VIDEO: Lionesses complete impressive poolside keepy-uppy challenge – with Man Utd stars Ella Toone, Millie Turner & Maya Le Tissier celebrating wildly on England duty
Lionesses Ella Toone, Millie Turner and Maya Le Tissier have completed an impressive keepy-uppy challenge while away on England duty.
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Red Devils team-mates in Wiegman's squad
Hoping to figure in friendly dates
Enjoying some warm weather training
WHAT HAPPENED?
The Manchester United stars form part of Sarina Wiegman’s squad that is preparing to face Austria and Italy in a couple of international friendlies. While preparing for those fixtures, which will take place on Spanish soil, an opportunity has been taken to enjoy some warm weather training.
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During their free time, England’s players have taken to relaxing by the pool. A ball is never far from their thoughts, though, and challenges have been taken on when it comes to showcasing touch, control and team work.
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DID YOU KNOW?
Toone, Turner and Le Tissier have set the standard when it comes to keepy-uppy skills, with the trio combining to complete a complex sequence of passes without allowing the ball to hit the ground. Wild celebrations were sparked once pulling off that move, although nobody ended up in the water!
WHAT NEXT FOR ENGLAND?
England will face Austria and Italy at Estadio Nuevo Mirador in Algeciras, with the first of those contests taking place on Friday. Wiegman’s squad are readying themselves for the defence of a European Championship crown, with qualification for the 2025 event due to get underway in April.