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Laura Hoyle joins former England Lionesses Ellen White and Steph Houghton to talk partnership, resilience, and the lessons from the Lionesses' historic Euro 2022 victory that resonate far beyond the pitch.
Published on 23 July, 2026
Ellen White, former England forward, and Steph Houghton, former England captain and centre-back, are hosted by Laura Hoyle, head of trading – direct and digital. Reflecting on the journey to the Lionesses' landmark Euro 2022 triumph, Ellen and Steph discuss what makes strong, lasting partnerships both on and off the pitch. They share how spending time together, building trust, and creating a safe environment for honest conversations helped strengthen relationships throughout their careers. The discussion explores the importance of authenticity in high-performing teams and how supporting one another through challenges creates the foundations for long-term success.
Drawing on lessons from elite sport, the conversation also examines resilience, leadership, and the value of showing up for your teammates when it matters most. Ellen and Steph reflect on overcoming injuries, setbacks, and pressure-filled moments, and how belief in each other helped drive them forward during the Lionesses' journey to becoming European champions in 2022. From encouraging open conversations to leading by example, they highlight how trust, consistency, and collaboration can inspire confidence, strengthen teams, and help people achieve more together than they ever could alone.
