The Lionesses' Everton connections

As the Lionesses continue the build-up to their FIFA Women's World Cup 2027 Qualifier against Ukraine at Hill Dickinson Stadium, attention naturally turns to the strong historical links between the England set-up and Merseyside.

Few clubs have contributed as consistently to the international game as Everton, whose influence on the women’s game has been felt across generations of the Lionesses.

From established internationals to rising talents, Everton’s role in developing and hosting England players – alongside those with Merseyside roots – adds an extra layer of connection to this meeting in the north west.

There is a strong Everton presence across both past and present England squads, with familiar names set against a backdrop that will feel like home territory when England take to the pitch in Liverpool.

We take a look back at a selection of players who have represented the England women's national football team whilst playing for the Toffees during their careers this century, along with those with Everton and Merseyside links in the current and recent national team picture.

England women's internationals with Everton links in this century:

• Alex Greenwood
• Amanda Barr
• Becky Easton
• Chloe Kelly
• Emily Westwood
• Fara Williams
• Fern Whelan
• Gabrielle George
• Jess Park
• Jill Scott
• Jody Handley
• Karen Burke
• Kelly McDougall
• Lindsay Johnson
• Maureen Marley
• Natasha Dowie
• Rachel Brown-Finnis
• Rachel Unitt
• Samantha Britton
• Sandy MacIver
• Toni Duggan

Current Merseyside connections and Everton links:

• Alex Greenwood – born on Merseyside & former Everton player
• Niamh Charles – born on Merseyside
• Anna Moorhouse – former Everton player
• Lucy Bronze – former Everton player
• Esme Morgan – former Everton player
• Taylor Hinds – former Everton player
• Chloe Kelly – former Everton player
• Jess Park – former Everton player
• Aggie Beever-Jones – former Everton player