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Lionesses: Jess Naz replaces injured Lauren James in England squad for Belgium trip

Jess Naz has been called up to England’s squad for their Women’s Nations League return fixture against Belgium on Tuesday.

The Tottenham Hotspur forward, 24, replaces Lauren James who misses out with a hamstring injury.

James, 23, will return to Chelsea for rehabilitation after being replaced during England’s 5-0 win against the same opposition on Friday at Ashton Gate.

The victory put England top of their Nations League group, with Tuesday’s match against Belgium held in Leuven at 19:30 BST.

Naz has six international caps so far, having made her debut against the Republic of Ireland in July 2024.



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