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Lioness Rachel Daly gives university team ‘almost instant credibility’ – coach

Ian Stone, from St John’s University women’s team, said his side practised penalties the day after Daly converted her spot-kick against Nigeria.

The Independent UK · Aug 11, 2023

How Wiegman replaces James will define the type of team England are

The manager faces a tactical and personnel conundrum going into the quarter-final against Colombia – but she is nothing if not prepared

The Guardian - UK · Aug 11, 2023

England reach World Cup dividing line as Sarina Wiegman faces crunch decision

The quarter-finals of the World Cup are where the challengers are separated from the pretenders, as the Lionesses look for the ‘balance’ against Colombia that will reveal how far they can go

The Independent UK · Aug 11, 2023

Women’s World Cup TV schedule: How to watch every match today

The TV schedule for the Women’s World Cup semi-finals has been confirmed by the BBC and ITV

The Independent UK · Aug 10, 2023

Fans are finding out just how disappointing merchandise for women's football is

England goalkeeper Mary Earps was named player of the match in England’s victory over Nigeria in the Fifa Women’s World Cup. She has played a key role in England’s recent successes, not just at the World Cup but in previous tournaments. Her performances have made her a hero to her…

The Conversation · Aug 10, 2023

Ten things you may have missed at the Women’s World Cup

From an unlucky mascot to Lorne Donaldson’s acrobatics, eye-catching moments that may have passed you by

The Guardian - UK · Aug 10, 2023

England's Lauren James gets two-match ban for stamp and red card vs Nigeria

Lauren James has been given a two-match ban for stamping on Nigerian player Michelle Alozie, which means she will miss England's Women's World Cup quarter-final match against Colombia, FIFA announced on Thursday.

The Times of India · Aug 10, 2023

Brothers at ‘war’: Niger citizens bear the brunt of ECOWAS sanctions

The diplomatic standoff between ECOWAS and Niger coup plotters has made life harder for Nigeriens.

Al Jazeera · Aug 10, 2023

Lauren James gets two-game ban, clearing her for final if England get there

Lauren James has been given a two-game suspension for her stamp on Nigeria’s Michelle Alozie

The Guardian - UK · Aug 10, 2023

England relief as Lauren James will return for Women’s World Cup final - if Lionesses make it

FIFA dish out two-game ban for young winger after red card against Nigeria

Evening Standard · Aug 10, 2023