Euro 2022: 'It's always nice to have his backing' - Mary Earps reveals David de Gea message after semi-final

Mary Earps has revealed that she received a congratulatory message from fellow Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea after England reached the final of Euro 2022. Earps produced a fine performance in the semi-final win over Sweden, with one early save from Sofia Jakobsson's effort drawing particularly favourable comparisons to club-mate De Gea. Ad/> Describing the Spaniard as «really supportive» of the women's game, the 29-year-old said that while the pair do not train together at Carrington, she and De Gea are regularly in touch to discuss their performances.

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We message back and forth about results and clean sheets and stuff. »At Manchester United he’s really supportive of the women’s game; it’s always nice to have his backing.” Earps has reignited her international career under Sarina Wiegman, starting the manager's first game in charge last September and remaining as first choice in goal throughout the Dutchwoman's tenure despite Ellie Roebuck's return to fitness. She has enjoyed a strong tournament, conceding only once so far on England's route to Sunday's final at Wembley.