Hannah Hampton: How England goalkeeper got Euro 2025 hopes back on track for Lionesses

"I do miss scoring goals, I can't lie," Hannah Hampton said two days before England claimed a commanding 4-0 victory over the Netherlands at Euro 2025.

The goalkeeper might not have made it on to the scoresheet at Stadion Letzigrund on Wednesday night, but her sublime defence-splitting pass kickstarted the attack for the Lionesses' first goal and set the tempo for a statement performance.

Having played as a striker in her youth football days, the 24-year-old's impressive passing ability, sharp vision and attacking mind-set come as no surprise.

Hampton's drilled pass to Alessia Russo sliced through the entire Netherlands team, allowing the England striker to drive upfield before slipping the ball to Lauren James for a fantastic left-foot finish.

"The bravery to play that pass in a game like this, for me, says everything you need to know about her mindset," said former England keeper Karen Bardsley.

Ex-Lionesses striker Ellen White added: "Exquisite, perfection, this is what Hannah Hampton can bring to this England team."

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