Former Manchester United defender, Rio Ferdinand, has tipped Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham to go on and win at least three Ballon d’Or awards in his career. Ferdinand believes the midfielder has the ability and mentality required to win the individual accolade. Bellingham has enjoyed a stunning start to life at Madrid after joining them this … Continue reading Rio Ferdinand names England player set to win ‘at least three Ballon d’Ors’
Spanish World Cup hero Olga Carmona netted the only goal of the Women's World Cup final, and after the full-time whistle she received news her dad had died. A statement from the Spanish Football Federation read: "The RFEF deeply regrets to report the death of Olga Carmona's father. The player learned the sad news after … Continue reading Spain’s World Cup hero found out her father died after scoring in the final
Spain won the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 after beating England 1-0 in the final on Sunday, becoming the fifth team to be crowned champions in the 9th edition of the quadrennial event. Spanish captain Olga Carmona scored in the 29th minute set up by Mariona Caldentey in a counter-attack, drilling in from the left. … Continue reading Spain win historic FIFA Women’s World Cup against England
The government has no plans for an extra bank holiday if the Lionesses win the World Cup. Public calls for a day off to celebrate have often preceded potential sporting achievements. Even coach Sarina Weigman backed the idea at a press conference yesterday, saying: "Yes, I can see all the English here want it." But … Continue reading No bank holiday if England win World Cup
England's Lionesses have reached the final of the Women's World Cup after beating Australia 3-1 in a thrilling semi-final. The European champions took on the Matildas at Sydney's sold-out Stadium Australia, where the majority of the 75,000 in attendance were backing the tournament co-hosts. Goals from Ella Toone, Lauren Hemp and Alessia Russo put the … Continue reading Harry Kane, Gary Lineker, King Charles congratulate England’s Lionesses
England head coach Sarina Wiegman says her side will have to be wary of Columbia's "unpredictable" attackers during the Women's World Cup quarter-final on Saturday. After edging past Nigeria on penalties in the previous round, the Lionesses face a Colombia side which have stood out in this tournament for both their physical approach but also … Continue reading Women’s World Cup: Wiegman warns Lionesses against Colombia attackers ahead of quarter-final clash
They've seen the American agony. The German gloom. And Brazilians broken-hearted. Upsets have opened up a clearer route to World Cup glory for England - but have shown how the heavyweights are marks to be taken down. "I think everyone who plays against us wants to beat us," England manager Sarina Wiegman said. "What we … Continue reading FIFA Women’s World Cup: Wiegman emphasizes caution ahead of clash with Nigeria’s Super Falcons
England’s fans finally got the win they’d been waiting for. A confident, crushing victory leaving China in their wake. The Lionesses scored goal after goal. At Sydney’s fan zone most of the crowd backed China, but a few England groups also watched the late-night game. “I’m so happy I’m absolutely buzzing,” Maya Walden said. She … Continue reading England fans excited after crushing victory
Manager Wiegman made three changes to her Lionesses starting line-up - with Katie Zelem starting in the World Cup for the first time, and Jess Carter and Hemp returning to the starting XI. Five players that lifted last year's Euros were unavailable for the showdown with China. But England weren't fazed and delivered their most … Continue reading Wiegman: It’s not nice to lose players
England's Lionesses have reached the knock-out stages of the Women's World Cup after a dominant 6-1 win against China in Adelaide. The European champions needed just a point against the Women's Asian Cup winners to clinch top spot in Group D. But they settled nerves early on in the match when Alessia Russo hooked in … Continue reading Women’s World Cup: England through to knockouts after beating China
England have edged their first Women's World Cup match with a 1-0 victory over Haiti in Brisbane. It took 29 minutes for Georgia Stanway to push the Lionesses into the lead with a retaken penalty - aiming the ball low into the left corner of the net. With the win England go top of Group … Continue reading Penalty Drama: England secure 1-0 win over Haiti in their first 2023 Women’s World Cup match
Junior doctors across England will walk out for five days from July 13, in what is said to be the longest single period of industrial action in the history of the National Health Service (NHS). Last week, more than 47,000 junior doctors, all members of the British Medical Association (BMA), staged a 72-hour strike from … Continue reading Junior doctors across England to embark on longest strike in NHS history
Newcastle boss Eddie Howe has received plenty of plaudits for taking his side into the Champions League places this season, but it’s his assistant Jason Tindall that’s been getting more attention recently. The coach has inspired a Twitter account that takes the mickey out of Tindall and claims he’s always looking to grab the limelight … Continue reading How Newcastle reacted to Jason Tindall’s viral video
Ben Chilwell featured for England for the first time since November 2021 as the Three Lions beat Ukraine on Sunday and our left-back has reflected on his performance and England’s start to Euro 2024 qualifying. The 26-year-old came up against Chelsea’s Mykhailo Mudryk at Wembley in a game where goals from Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka were … Continue reading Chilwell: Hard work pays
Gareth Southgate is set to stay on as England manager until Euro 2024, MEZIESBLOG learnt. Although there has not yet been any official communication and the Football Association declined to comment when contacted today, it is understood the 52-year-old is now leaning towards remaining in charge after publicly admitting doubts over his future. Southgate became England boss after … Continue reading England coach Gareth Southgate to stay despite World Cup quarterfinal exit
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