With the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 squad revealed on Thursday morning, we now know the 23 players that will be heading to Switzerland this summer to represent Cymru in their first major international tournament, and there were plenty of celebrations on social media.
After Rhian Wilkinson’s squad announcement at the top of Yr Wyddfa, the following Cymru stars took to their various platforms to share their feelings after being chosen for the tournament.
From lifelong dreams to heartfelt tributes, here’s how some of the squad marked the milestone moment:
Gemma Evans couldn’t hide her joy at fulfilling a lifelong dream, saying:
“Proudest of my life, DREAMS do come true.”
Esther Morgan shared a deeply personal message with fans:
“The biggest honour and the proudest moment!
Can’t thank my family, friends, teammates, coaches, physios and everyone else who has helped on this journey enough
Let’s go to Switzerland.”
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Rachel Rowe shared the news with a touching Instagram video showcasing all the Cymru kits she has worn throughout her journey with the national team — a heartfelt tribute to the pride, passion, and significance this call-up holds for both herself and Wales.
Versatile midfielder Hayley Ladd, a vital figure throughout Cymru’s qualifying campaign, expressed her pride:
“Time for the big stage! Honoured to be heading to our first major tournament with this special group.”
She accompanied the message with a celebratory tweet featuring the Cymru flag and a Swiss emoji, marking the start of the next chapter in her international journey.
Hannah Cain was overcome with emotion and kept her reaction simple but powerful:
“Proudest moment of my life – can’t wait to represent my country in our first ever major tournament. The greatest honour.
Cymru am byth.”
Ella Powell spoke to the personal and national significance of her selection:
“Representing Wales at our first ever major tournament.
The greatest honour of my life, the most important achievement and my proudest moment.
For me, for my family, for Wales.”
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Olivia Clark shared a heartfelt message on X, by saying: “A dream come true. Have faith in the journey, you never know where it may take you.”
Midfielder Ceri Holland summed up the occasion with a powerful message of inspiration:
“Never stop dreaming.”
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Kayleigh Barton shared on Instagram: “It’s been a long time coming and a very proud moment to have been selected. Now it’s out time to step onto the world stage. EURO 2025 – here we come.”
Rhiannon Roberts shared her news on instagram stating “never stop believing” – an inspiring message ahead of the finals in Switzerland.
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Ffion Morgan took to X and Instagram by sharing: “Proudest moment” and “A dream come true. Cymru at the Euros.”
Charlie Estcourt expressed her pride on Instagram at being called up by sharing a heartfelt collection of images, capturing her journey from the youth ranks all the way to the Cymru senior team — a powerful reflection of her dedication and growth through the years.
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And goalkeeper Safia Middleton-Patel, beaming with pride, added:
“So honoured to represent Wales at Euro 2025.”
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Cymru squad
Olivia CLARK (Leicester City), Safia MIDDLETON-PATEL (Manchester United), Poppy SOPER (Unattached), Charlie ESTCOURT (DC Power), Gemma EVANS (Liverpool), Josie GREEN (Crystal Palace), Hayley LADD (Everton), Esther MORGAN (Sheffield United), Ella POWELL (Bristol City), Rhiannon ROBERTS (Unattached), Lily WOODHAM (Seattle Reign), Jess FISHLOCK (Seattle Reign), Alice GRIFFITHS (Unattached), Ceri HOLLAND (Liverpool), Sophie INGLE (Unattached), Angharad JAMES (Seattle Reign), Lois JOEL (Newcastle United), Rachel ROWE (Southampton), Kayleigh BARTON (Unattached), Hannah CAIN (Leicester City), Elise HUGHES (Crystal Palace), Carrie JONES (IFK Norrköping), Ffion MORGAN (Bristol City).
