Parkinson withdraws from England Under-20 camp
Teenager Erica Meg Parkinson withdraws from England's training camp before the Under-20 Women's World Cup in Poland next month.
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"We've had a really positive summer with some strong performances against top-quality opposition."
— Lydia Bedford , Athlete
Key People
Erica Meg Parkinson is an 18-year-old midfielder who plays for North Carolina Courage and withdrew from England's Under-20 training camp.
Jessica Anderson is a player for Manchester United who was called up as a replacement for the England camp.
Lydia Bedford is the coach of the England Under-20 women's football team.
Sienna Wareing is a player from West Ham United who was called up as a replacement for the England camp.
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Teenager Erica Meg Parkinson withdraws from England's training camp before the Under-20 Women's World Cup in Poland next month.
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