Among the millions glued to England’s clash with the US today will be both teams’ wives and girlfriends.
But forget the hard-partying days of old, this year’s partners are some of the most grounded other-halves ever. Here’s a who’s who of the transatlantic WAG-off.
Paige Milian, 27
Paige has been with England and Chelsea star Raheem Sterling, 27, since they were teenagers, and he proposed to her with a big diamond ring in 2018.
They met during his spell at Queens Park Rangers and since then they have gone on to have three sons; Thiago, five, Thai-Cruz, three, and two-year-old Tori-Sevyn.
Paige, 27, often posts stylish snaps of herself and her kids to her 104,000 Instagram followers, including lavish holidays to Dubai and Disneyland.
However, away from social media, Paige also has a business brain, having set up a property firm alongside her famous fiance, where they own an entire street in Stockport, Manchester.
Sasha Attwood, 26
Sasha Attwood, 26, is a model and social media influencer, who is dating Man City’s £100million man Jack Grealish, 27. However, she doesn’t need to rely on her childhood sweetheart for money, as she is very successful in her own right.
The star is signed to mega agency Elite Models, which has represented big names such as Cindy Crawford, Naomi Campbell and Gisele Bündchen. She also recently secured a hefty paycheck, signing a deal with L’Oreal to become an ambassador for the brand.
On Jack’s birthday in September she shared a selection of snaps on social media, writing: “Happy birthday babe. Love you so much.”
Fern Hawkins, 29
On Fern Hawkins’ Instagram page she proudly describes herself as both ‘mommy and wife’.
She and Harry Maguire, 29, got engaged in Paris in 2018, before tying the knot in June at a dreamy chateau in South Burgundy, France and have two daughters, Lillie Saint, three, and two-year-old Piper Rose.
Sharing snaps of her wedding day to Instagram, she wrote: “25.06.2022 I married the love of my life.”
Fern, 29, received a bachelor’s degree in science and physiotherapy back in 2017, graduating with first class honours. She first met her Man United player husband when he was 18 years old and playing for the Sheffield United Youth team.
Katie Goodland, 29
England captain Harry Kane, 29, is married to childhood sweetheart Katie Goodland, also 29, who he met while at school in Waltham Forest, East London. The loved-up pair have three children; two girls and a boy.
Earlier this month she shared an adorable picture of the kids wearing football shirts with the word ‘Daddy’ on the back, as well as Harry’s number 9.
She captioned the picture: “The kids and I are so proud of you Harry Kane. We know you’ll make your country proud at the World Cup and we’ll be there with you every step of the way.”
Katie has a degree in sports science, something which makes Harry proud in return. He once said: “She always wanted to do her own thing. She went to university and worked hard.”
Megan Davidson, 26
Jordan Pickford, 28, has known his wife Megan Davison, 26, since he was 14, when they were both at school in Washington, Tyne and Wear.
The pair had a lavish wedding ceremony in the Maldives this summer, having officially tied the knot two years prior during the pandemic. Megan shared snaps of the stunning day on social media, writing: “Worth the wait for the most magical day with my soulmate. Introducing The Pickfords 18.06.2022.”
The Everton player’s wife studied for a three year degree at the University of Sunderland and now works as a social media influencer, as well as caring for the couple’s adorable son Arlo, who was born in 2019.
Milana Dambra, 23
Milana – whose boyfriend is US midfielder Brenden Aaronson, 22 – has shown off some of her own silky skills on the pitch.
She has played as a forward for Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
The pair, who have been dating since 2018, have survived long distance, with midfielder Brenden first playing at Red Bull Salzburg, and now Leeds United.
Ashley Herron, 26
Goalkeeper Matt Turner’s wife, who he married in May, is a great support to the Arsenal player.
However, there was a time when she encouraged another type of footballer – Ashley used to be an NFL cheerleader for the New England Patriots.
She has a Masters degree in business from Harvard Uni, and runs non-profit Miss Pink, which helps women with breast cancer.
The couple welcomed a baby boy, Easton Atwood, in June and Matt has called her “my rock”.
Sarah Schmidt, 25
Sarah and USA captain Tyler Adams, 23, have been dating since his stint at RB Leipzig in Germany. They now live together in Yorkshire as Tyler plays for Leeds United.
They travel often to places such as Greece, Spain, Switzerland and Germany. The brunette, who keeps a low profile with only 6,000 Instagram followers, is very supportive of her other half.
On his birthday she wrote: “To another year of working hard and doing what you love. I’m lucky to be by your side and watch you do it.”
Darcey Myers, 27
Darcy has been in a relationship with USA and Fulham FC defender Antonee Robinson, 25, since 2019.
The pair have a two-year-old daughter called Atlas, but before becoming a mum Darcy studied media performance at the University of Salford and interned at the BBC.
Antonee, right, proposed in March in a room filled with white balloons, rose petals and a huge sign which read MARRY ME.
He captioned the photos: “Couldn’t Be Luckier To Have You.
“Love You Always.”
Marissa Horton
Sean Johnson, 33, plays for New York City FC when he is not in the USA national team as a goalkeeper.
Since 2014 he has been dating Marissa Horton, a college graduate from Washington DC who is a successful dancer, having performed with the famous Radio City Rockettes.
The loved-up duo often post about each other on social media, with Marissa recently sharing a snap of Sean stroking a cat, writing: “I fell in love with you because of a million little moments like this.”
On Valentine’s Day, Sean wrote: “You inspire me.”
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