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Wiegman’s wing-back surprise could prove a twist that sets England free The Guardian says With one display, the pressure that had been mounting on Sarina Wiegman and England has eased. In a 6-1 victory against China, ranked 14th in the world, the Lionesses hit cruise control on a night that brought surprise and an end to their struggles in front of goal. It was the sort of display that can set alight a team’s campaign…

Sarina Wiegman’s brave switch solves England’s Keira Walsh problem at Women’s World Cup The Independent says Rip it up and start again: if Keira Walsh’s injury spelled the end of something at the Women’s World Cup, it only did for England’s starting formation. Against China, Sarina Wiegman made her most dramatic change as Lionesses manager yet, switching to a 3-5-2 system to counter the blow of losing their key midfielder. In doing so, Wiegman created…

Ian Wright needed just 20 minutes to sum up new-look England during China clash The Mirror says An unexpected change of formation from Lionesses manager Sarina Wiegman for their Women’s World Cup encounter with China sparked queries from all corners of English football Twitter. But Wiegman’s tactical nous needed only a few moments to be vindicated as Arsenal forward Alessia Russo fired England into an early lead as she swept home from close-range after a…

England need to be prepared for ‘tough’ knockout game against Nigeria, warns Rachel Yankey The Metro says The Lionesses should be prepared for a ‘tough’ knockout game with Nigeria, with a sense of the unpredictable to grapple with. Six goals from England secured a victory over China in their final group game of the Women’s World Cup. Two controversial VAR decisions denied the Lionesses an even more comfortable lead, with a final score of 6-1.…

He’s a wanted man.

The ex-Liverpool star joins Cristiano Ronaldo’s team…

Chelsea have handed out another seven-year contract.

Arsenal’s move for the goalkeeper is edging closer…

A blow for Bayern Munich…

‘You need to make sure everyone is really sharp…’

2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup fixtures for Wednesday 2nd August Day 14 of the 2023 Women’s World Cup will see some hotly anticipated games take place. It’s been high drama since the tournament – the biggest women’s World Cup ever- kicked off. There’s been plenty of goals, many penalties and some hard-fought battles.  Wednesday 2 August All times are BST  Group G: South Africa vs Italy (08:00, Wellington) – BBC Two Group G: Argentina vs…

2023 Women’s World Cup: England 6-1 China: Superb Lauren James steals the show Lauren James stole the show in a dazzling display as England triumphed over China, securing their spot in the last 16 of the 2023 Women’s World Cup as group winners. The European champions lived up to their reputation, and James shone brightly once again in Adelaide. The crowd of 13,497 was treated to a spectacle as the Chelsea star scored two sensational…

2023 World Cup: Panama Women vs France Women – Match preview, live stream, kick-off time, prediction, team news, lineups Wednesday is a huge day for France as they look to secure their place in the last-16 of the 2023 Women’s World Cup as they face Panama.  Panama – already eliminated – will be playing for pride and hoping to get some points on the board, having lost to Brazil and Jamaica. Match Preview Panama World…

2023 World Cup: Jamaica Women vs Brazil Women – Match preview, live stream, kick-off time, prediction, team news, lineups Jamaica face Brazil on Wednesday in their final match of the group stages of the 2023 Women’s World Cup, with both teams still able to secure a place in the last-16 if they were to win. Brazil are currently in third position – only one point separates them from Jamaica, who are currently in second. Jamaica…

2023 World Cup: Argentina Women vs Sweden Women – Match preview, live stream, kick-off time, prediction, team news, lineups Argentina are looking to book their place in the last-16 of the 2023 Women’s World Cup when they face Sweden on Wednesday. Sweden have already qualified for the last-16 but will be looking to secure the top spot in the group – where they will face the USA. Argentina World Cup campaign Argentina’s world cup campaign…

England announces starting XI – Toone benched  England’s last game in the group stages of the 2023 Women’s World Cup sees them take on China. England only need a draw to progress but the Lionesses will surely be hunting all three points and aiming for another clean sheet. It’s been a slow start for England, but they have won both group matches so far and held clean sheets. Key player Keira Walsh has been ruled…

USA 0-0 Portugal: USWNT scrape through to Round of 16 USWNT – the defending champion – had a nail-biting at the 2023 Women’s World Cup when they faced World Cup newcomers Portugal. The US so far have had a disappointing start to their World Cup campaign – having once again had to settle for a frustrating draw. They fell behind in their game against the Netherlands, but Captain Lindsey Horan was able to level the…

Manchester United have set an asking price.

The holders were almost on the receiving end of suckerpunch in Auckland.

Stuart Broad’s fairytale England finale gives Ashes era the ending it deserves The Independent says a thrilling Ashes series deserved a dramatic conclusion, and that’s exactly what happened as England cricket fought back to win by 49 runs and level the series at the Oval. Australia retain the urn, that was decided when the rain denied any possibility of a result at Old Trafford, but on a final day, with momentum shifting firmly in favour…

Fearless Ben Stokes ends Ashes with England truly made in his image The Guardian says They say it takes 10,000 hours of practice to become an expert. It took Ben Stokes so many more than that to get here, to the fifth day at the Oval, England captain, 2-1 down in the Ashes, 50 or so overs left to go, Steve Smith in, and his team still needing seven wickets to level the series. All…

2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup fixtures for Tuesday 1 August Day 13 of the 2023 Women’s World Cup will see some hotly anticipated games take place. It’s been high drama since the tournament – the biggest women’s World Cup ever- kicked off. There’s been plenty of goals, many penalties and some hard-fought battles. Australia have knocked out Olympic Champions Canada, the USA battle for the Round of 16 and can England snag one more point? …

The Reds also have a new vice-captain…

One of the most thrilling Ashes series in history finishes in a stalemate.

Arsenal have opened talks with Raya’s representatives…