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​England Women's squad for Euro 2017 announced

Head coach Mark Sampson has named his 23-strong England Women's squad for Euro 2017 which starts on 16 July in the Netherlands.

"An important part with any major tournament is you've got to be able to handle pressure. This team is experienced in doing that," said Sampson.

"We go into the tournament in a good place. The players are growing in belief that we can win the big games."

KEEPERS: Karen Bardsley (Manchester City), Siobhan Chamberlain (Liverpool), Carly Telford (Notts County)

DEFENDERS: Laura Bassett (Notts County), Lucy Bronze (Manchester City), Alex Greenwood (Liverpool), Steph Houghton (Manchester City), Jo Potter (Notts County), Alex Scott (Arsenal), Demi Stokes (Manchester City), Casey Stoney (Liverpool)

MDFIELDERS: Millie Bright (Chelsea), Isobel Christiansen (Manchester City), Jade Moore (Notts County), Jordan Nobbs (Arsenal), Jill Scott (Manchester City), Fara Williams (Arsenal)

FORWARDS: Karen Carney (Chelsea), Toni Duggan (Manchester City), Fran Kirby (Chelsea), Nikita Parris (Manchester City), Jodie Taylor (Arsenal), Ellen White (Birmingham City)

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