Bronze

After winning the 2022 Euro, the Lionesses return to clubs where they must stay in form for next summer's World Cup. Here's where everyone landed.

[Chelsea](/soccer/team/_/id/19970/chelsea) [Aston Villa](/soccer/team/_/id/20707/aston-villa) [FC Bayern Munich](/soccer/team/_/id/20103/bayern-munich) [Manchester City](/soccer/team/_/id/19257/manchester-city) [Arsenal](/soccer/team/_/id/19973/arsenal) [Manchester United](/soccer/team/_/id/20061/manchester-united) An inspirational midfielder whose senior career has been blighted by injury and illness, Fran Kirby was somewhat of a surprise addition in the squad of 23 for the Euros, the Chelsea star having once more been side-lined at the end of last season. The biggest challenge for Bronze will once again be about making sure she stays sharp in defence playing for a team that's used to dominating and dictating games. This is true of every first-choice player -- with the exception of Keira Walsh. With Arsenal playing in Europe again this season, as well as battling for the WSL crown and both domestic cups, Williamson will be another player who will have to be mindful of any cumulative fatigue going into a World Cup at which she's expected to feature heavily. This is where I blow your mind by telling you that Leah Williamson, centre-back and England captain, was ever-present for Sarina Wiegman at the Euros and that she is one of the least likely to be dropped by her coach. The bulk of the home-based England squad comes from the top four teams (by last season's standings) in WSL, with just two (Hannah Hampton and Rachel Daly) coming from Aston Villa.