Former England captain Steph Houghton says it is a 'tough' decision to retire from football but she needs to prioritise her family.
Former England captain Steph Houghton said it was a "tough" decision to retire from football but felt she needed to prioritise her family.as Manchester City's record appearance holder and with 121 England caps, said she "absolutely loves the sport" but it was "the right time" to stop playing.
She played 241 games for City and is their most decorated player, having won eight major trophies - four Continental Cups, three Women's FA Cups and the FA Women's Super League title in 2016. Houghton had a hugely successful international career, playing at two World Cups and two European Championships, as well as two Olympic Games for Team GB.
"That’s one of the reasons I have decided to retire - that mental strain, in terms of playing at the top level. You are always under pressure to perform.
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