WHAT HAPPENED?
Those to have earned places in Pia Sundhage’s squad have seen news of their involvement dripped out in a series of interesting public displays. Lehmann’s big moment arrived on Sunday, with a boat being drafted in to provide assistance.
THE BIGGER PICTURE
Said vessel sported Lehmann’s name on its sail, as it was revealed that the Juventus forward had made the cut for a European Championship on home soil. The 26-year-old is delighted to have got the nod.
InstagramWHAT LEHMANN SAID
Lehmann posted on social media: “Couldn’t be more happy to represent my country for the Euros, I’m so grateful for the opportunity. Let’s make Switzerland proud and show how women’s football is growing. We are Switzerland.”
DID YOU KNOW?
Lehmann was left out of recent Switzerland selections, leaving her sweating on a place in plans for another major tournament. She will, however, be given the chance to add to her collection of 60 international caps.
WHAT NEXT?
Lehmann has experienced mixed emotions on and off the field of late, with it reported that she has split from Brazilian boyfriend Douglas Luiz on the back of helping Juve to Serie A title glory during her debut campaign in Italy.