Mary Earps, the celebrated goalkeeper for England, revealed feeling 'villainised' following her retirement from international football before the Euros. After a stellar career, earning 53 caps and winning the Best FIFA Goalkeeper award, her decision shocked many, particularly as it came shortly before the tournament, with coach Sarina Wiegman indicating she wouldn't be starting. Earps shared her relief regarding her decision, acknowledging the emotional toll it took on her loved ones, yet affirming it was a well-considered choice rooted in personal readiness.
I think that I was villainised in a way that probably was a bit hard to see things and read things. But it's more what my friends and family see.
But in the end, I feel like it was the right decision. I don't want it to be painful watching [England], but I won't know until it's there.
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