Problems pile up for Lionesses as Sarina Wiegman works on Women’s World Cup solutions Another change of formation could be the way to cope with the Lauren James’ ban and to get Kiera Walsh firing Evening Standard · Aug 8, 2023
Why Lauren James must be protected, not vilified, after World Cup red The 21-year-old needs to learn her lesson after a moment of madness almost cost the Lionesses against Nigeria – but English football has come a long way since its David Beckham moment in 1998 The Independent UK · Aug 8, 2023
In World Cup of revolving problems, Sarina Wiegman has another to solve The England manager admitted she has ‘never experienced so many problems’ as Lauren James faces being suspended for the rest of the World Cup The Independent UK · Aug 8, 2023
England stagger on at the World Cup – but towards destiny or the trapdoor? Sarina Wiegman’s side were poor against Nigeria but still better at executing knockout football’s most important skill of all The Guardian - UK · Aug 7, 2023
‘Beckhamesque’: Lauren James’ World Cup red card was ‘moment of madness’ Sarina Wiegman said Lauren James had ‘in a split second lost her emotions’ after the 21-year-old was sent off in England’s shootout win over Nigeria The Guardian - UK · Aug 7, 2023
Sarina Wiegman confident Lauren James will learn ‘huge lesson’ after red card in Lionesses last-16 win England were down to ten players for extra-time after James’ stamp on Nigeria’s Michelle Alozie. Evening Standard · Aug 7, 2023
Frustrated Lionesses handed major scare by Nigeria before familiar hero Chloe Kelly delivers again England had to deal with a Lauren James red card and a penalty shootout as they beat Nigeria to reach the last-eight of the World Cup Evening Standard · Aug 7, 2023
Lionesses dig deep after Lauren James’s ‘Beckham-esque’ red card BBC commentator Robyn Cowen summed it up as “daylight robbery” as ten-woman England beat Nigeria on penalties to reach the quarter-finals of the Fifa Women’s World Cup. After Lauren James saw red late on in normal time, the last-16 clash in Brisbane finished 0-0 after 120 minutes with the Lionesses… The Week · Aug 7, 2023
England stars vow to rally round Lauren James after World Cup sending off Beth England and Lauren Hemp both offered their support to the Chelsea forward following the penalty shoot-out win over Nigeria. The Independent UK · Aug 7, 2023
England survive penalty drama to reveal mental resolve in Women’s World Cup dream England 0-0 Nigeria (England win 4-2 on penalties): Chloe Kelly hit the winning spot kick to save the Lionesses after Lauren James’ petulant red card The Independent UK · Aug 7, 2023
Lauren James handed harsh lesson as England star sees red in nervy Women’s World Cup win over Nigeria James shone for the Lionesses in the group-stage but her moment of madness very nearly cost her side against Nigeria Evening Standard · Aug 7, 2023
England edge past Nigeria on penalties after Lauren James sees red James was shown a straight red card for a stamp on Michelle Alozie following a VAR review. The Independent UK · Aug 7, 2023
Mary Earps: The England goalkeeper and world’s best in profile Popular keeper believed her career with the national side was over and considered quitting football altogether before Sarina Wiegman reignited her passion for the game The Independent UK · Aug 7, 2023
Lauren James sent off for stamping on opponent during England’s World Cup clash James was shown a straight red card for lashing out at Nigeria player Michelle Alozie The Independent UK · Aug 7, 2023
The Guardian - UK · Aug 7, 2023 England 0-0 Nigeria (4-2 pens): Women’s World Cup 2023 last 16 – as it happened Lauren James was sent off for stamping on Michelle Alozie, but England held firm defensively and won the penalty competition
The Independent UK · Aug 7, 2023 Doncaster Belles reflect on Millie Bright’s ‘quality’ ahead of last-16 clash Former club president Sheila Edmunds and former manager John Buckley at Doncaster Rovers Belles reflected on the progression of captain Millie Bright.
The Independent UK · Aug 7, 2023 England boss says team can be ‘creative’ if star Lauren James is targeted Chelsea forward James was awarded player-of-the-match against China in England’s final group stage.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 6, 2023 ‘Keira is back’ – Wiegman says Walsh is in contention for Nigeria game Sarina Wiegman said Keira Walsh may be available after injury for England’s last-16 World Cup tie against Nigeria on Monday
The Independent UK · Aug 6, 2023 How to watch England vs Nigeria: TV channel and start time for Women’s World Cup fixture It’s win or go home for the Lionesses as Sarina Wiegman’s side reach the knockout stage of their Women’s World Cup campaign
The Independent UK · Aug 6, 2023 Millie Bright on England captaincy: ‘I don’t give the orders - everyone has a platform’ The Lionesses centre-back explains the complexities of captaincy as England prepare to face Nigeria at the Women’s World Cup last-16
The Independent UK · Aug 6, 2023 Sarina Wiegman reveals stunning Keira Walsh fitness update on eve of Nigeria clash Walsh was stretchered off late in the first half of the Lionesses’ 28 July victory over Denmark but could be ready to face Nigeria in the last-16
Evening Standard · Aug 6, 2023 Sarina Wiegman to make late call on Keira Walsh as England prepare for Nigeria clash Lionesses could continue with back three after success against China
The Independent UK · Aug 6, 2023 Keira Walsh could return for last-16 clash with Nigeria – Sarina Wiegman Walsh was stretchered off late in the first half of the Lionesses’ 28 July victory over Denmark.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 6, 2023 ‘Nigeria could be a world power’: Waldrum reckons with England and long-term hopes As they prepare for Monday’s Women’s World Cup last-16 showdown, Randy Waldrum is urging Nigeria to back their players in the future
The Independent UK · Aug 6, 2023 Sharpened England face a World Cup test with a different edge The Lionesses came through a difficult group stage but face a dangerous opponent in Nigeria and Asisat Oshoala in the last-16