Chelsea Women midfielder Lexi Potter has received her first senior England call-up. The 20-year-old academy graduate was named in Sarina Wiegman's squad for upcoming World Cup qualifiers on September 29th. Potter will join the Lionesses for their match against Greece, before returning to a key club fixtures schedule that sees Chelsea face Tottenham Hotspur Women next.

Potter has become a regular in Chelsea's first team this season, starting six consecutive games. She has made 20 appearances for the club in total, including a loan spell at Crystal Palace that helped her gain regular first-team football. Her debut for the senior side came in October 2025 against Paris FC in the Champions League. Her rapid development is reflected in the team's overall stats, where she has become a key contributor.

Partnership with Walsh

Her growing influence has been clear alongside teammate Keira Walsh in midfield. Potter has started alongside the world-class Lionesses star in three of Chelsea's four WSL matches this season. Walsh herself has highlighted the partnership's importance. "I think when Lexi's playing alongside me, she makes me feel really comfortable and she gives me the freedom to go and do those things," Walsh said. She added, "I think we've got a great partnership and that's probably where most of my confidence comes from."

Recent performances

Potter's recent form has been decisive. She scored the winner in a 2-1 victory over Brighton and followed that with a goal and an assist against Birmingham City. In the WSL this season, she has maintained a 93% passing accuracy and ranks highly among Chelsea teammates for tackles and interceptions. Her contributions are part of a strong team start that sees Chelsea Women second in the FA WSL standings with 13 points from five games. They are just two points behind leaders Manchester City and have the league's best defensive record, having conceded only one goal.

Potter admitted the call-up came as a surprise. "I was really surprised," she said. Her focus remains on contributing wherever needed, stating she wants to "help the team in whatever way I can." She will join the England camp for World Cup qualifiers against Greece before returning to club duty. Chelsea's next fixture is against Tottenham Hotspur Women, a match that will test their title credentials as they continue their pursuit of the league leaders.

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