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Jack Rathborn

Joey Barton hits out at Mary Earps after England star wins SPOTY award

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Joey Barton has continued to spread his controversial views by calling England icon Mary Earps “a big sack of spuds” and claims the Lionesses goalkeeper did not deserve to win BBC Sports Personality of the Year award.

The 30-year-old played a pivotal role for England at the Women’s World Cup, falling agonisingly short to Spain in the final, despite her penalty save. The Manchester United star did claim Fifa’s Golden Glove award for the best goalkeeper at the tournament.

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