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Washington Spirit’s Esme Morgan Called Up to England Women’s National Team for October Friendlies

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Morgan and England to face Germany and South Africa in two home friendlies

Washington, D.C. (10/15/2024) – Washington Spirit defender Esme Morgan has been called up to the England Women’s senior team, England Football announced today. 

Originally from Sheffield, England, Morgan has appeared in eight international matches for the Lionesses, making her debut for the squad in November 2022. The standout defender was named to England’s final roster for the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia in New Zealand for her first major tournament. 

England’s October Friendly Schedule: 

  • vs Germany | Friday, October 25 at 2:30 p.m. EDT (Wembley Stadium, London) 
  • vs South Africa | Tuesday, October 29 at 2:45 p.m. EDT (Coventry Building Society Arena, Coventry) 

Morgan has appeared in five matches for the Spirit since joining the side this summer, playing 362 minutes. Prior to her move to DC, she played for Manchester City in the English Women’s Super League (WSL). Morgan began her professional career with Manchester City and made her debut with the senior team in September 2017 at just 16 years old. In the seven English WSL seasons since her debut, Morgan appeared in 64 matches, tallying nearly 5,000 minutes of playing time in the process. 

The Spirit will be back at Audi Field on Sunday, October 20 for Fan Appreciation Night against Mallory Swanson and the Chicago Red Stars. Tickets are available here. Fans who want the best prices, exclusive deals and exclusive experiences can also become 2025 Season Ticket Members here. Spirit jerseys and merchandise can be purchased at WashingtonSpirit.com/shop. 

 


 

About The Washington Spirit 

The Washington Spirit is the premier professional women’s soccer team based in Washington, D.C. and plays at Audi Field in Buzzard Point. The Spirit was founded on November 21, 2012 and is an inaugural member of the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) the fastest growing sports league in the US. The club is home to some of the best players in the world who have won championships for both club and country. In 2024, the Spirit drafted an epic class of rookies who are already breaking records and wowing fans. For more information about the Spirit, visit WashingtonSpirit.com and follow the club on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. 

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