Lauren James takes over World Cup — but England must learn from rivals
1 year, 4 months ago

Lauren James takes over World Cup — but England must learn from rivals

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Much like Lauren James’s divine second goal, this might be dropping beautifully for England. open image in gallery Sarina Wiegman celebrates another England goal with coaching staff It was still James that bestrode the stage, though, in a display that represented such an exciting escalation from her match-winning performance against Denmark. As inviting as that dropping ball from Jess Carter was for James’s second goal, it still takes a lot to get right. open image in gallery Lauren James and Rachel Daly celebrate It would have added up to a perfect close to the group for England, especially after how difficult it had been, but for one blemish.

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Mixed feelings for Sarina Wiegman after England beat Switzerland
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Mixed feelings for Sarina Wiegman after England beat Switzerland

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Sarina Wiegman had mixed feelings about England’s performance …

Petulant Lauren James must learn from lucky escape after latest stamping controversy
1 year ago

Petulant Lauren James must learn from lucky escape after latest stamping controversy

The Independent  

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Sarina Wiegman is going nowhere! England FA shuts down speculation on USWNT move
1 year, 4 months ago

Sarina Wiegman is going nowhere! England FA shuts down speculation on USWNT move

The Hindu  

Any approach for England coach Sarina Wiegman would “100 percent” be rejected, the country’s football association said ahead of Sunday’s Women’s World Cup final against Spain. Wiegman played college football in the United States, but England’s Football Association chief executive Mark Bullingham moved swiftly to shut down any speculation she could succeed Andonovski. Wiegman has guided England to their first …

Sarina Wiegman: Inside the ‘genius’ mind behind England’s run to the World Cup final
1 year, 4 months ago

Sarina Wiegman: Inside the ‘genius’ mind behind England’s run to the World Cup final

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. She won a European Championship on home soil and then guided the …

Video: Sarina Wiegman proud of Lionesses, gearing up for Spain in Women’s World Cup final
1 year, 4 months ago

Video: Sarina Wiegman proud of Lionesses, gearing up for Spain in Women’s World Cup final

The Hindu  

England coach Sarina Wiegman said she felt she was living in a “fairytale” after her team advanced to the Women’s World Cup final with a 3-1 win over tournament co-host Australia in Sydney. Wednesday’s semifinal victory saw Wiegman become the first coach to guide two different countries to a Women’s World Cup final, after she took her native Netherlands to …

Can Lauren James play for England in the FIFA Women’s World Cup final?
1 year, 4 months ago

Can Lauren James play for England in the FIFA Women’s World Cup final?

The Hindu  

England has made the final of the FIFA Women’s World Cup for the first time by beating Australia at Stadium Australia in Sydney on Wednesday. England coach Sarina Wiegman will be boosted by the availability of forward Lauren James for the final against Spain on Sunday at the Stadium Australia. READ | Australia vs England highlights, Women’s World Cup 2023 …

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: England beats Colombia 2-1 to set up semifinal clash against Australia
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: England beats Colombia 2-1 to set up semifinal clash against Australia

The Hindu  

Alessia Russo’s second-half goal lifted England to a thrilling 2-1 quarterfinal victory over Colombia on Saturday and into the World Cup semifinals for the third consecutive time. Lauren Hemp also scored for the European champion, which now faces host Australia on Wednesday in Sydney for a place in its first World Cup final. Trailing for the first time in the …

Women’s World Cup: Lauren James’ red card prevents showdown with Linda Caicedo in quarterfinal
1 year, 4 months ago

Women’s World Cup: Lauren James’ red card prevents showdown with Linda Caicedo in quarterfinal

The Hindu  

England vs. Colombia should have seen two of the most exciting young players at the Women’s World Cup go head-to-head. Instead, Lauren James’ red card for standing on Nigeria defender Michelle Alozie means the England forward will miss the quarterfinal in Sydney on Saturday and a showdown with Colombia’s Linda Caicedo. It’s a team effort and we support each other …

Lauren James’ red card prevents showdown with Linda Caicedo at the Women’s World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

Lauren James’ red card prevents showdown with Linda Caicedo at the Women’s World Cup

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — England vs. Colombia should have seen two of the most exciting young players at the Women’s World Cup go head-to-head. Instead, Lauren James’ red card for standing on Nigeria defender Michelle Alozie means the England forward will miss the quarterfinal in Sydney on Saturday and a showdown with Colombia’s Linda Caicedo. “We had the option to have an …

Women's World Cup 2023: England's Lauren James handed two-match ban after red card against Nigeria
1 year, 4 months ago

Women's World Cup 2023: England's Lauren James handed two-match ban after red card against Nigeria

ABC  

England midfielder Lauren James has been handed a two-match suspension after being sent off against Nigeria in the round of 16 at the Women's World Cup. Key points: James received a red card against Nigeria She will not be available again unless England qualifies for the final England plays Colombia in the quarterfinals James was red-carded for violent conduct after …

Lauren James banned for two matches; to miss FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 quarterfinal against Colombia
1 year, 4 months ago

Lauren James banned for two matches; to miss FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 quarterfinal against Colombia

The Hindu  

England midfielder Lauren James was handed a two-match ban Thursday following her sending-off against Nigeria in the round of 16 at the Women’s World Cup. James was red-carded for violent conduct after standing on Nigeria defender Michelle Alozie. https://t.co/Vi4hBIewiS — Lauren James August 8, 2023 James has been one of the stars of the tournament, scoring three goals and providing …

England midfielder Lauren James handed 2-match ban at Women’s World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

England midfielder Lauren James handed 2-match ban at Women’s World Cup

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — England midfielder Lauren James was handed a two-match ban Thursday following her sending-off against Nigeria in the round of 16 at the Women’s World Cup. James has been one of the stars of the tournament, scoring three goals and providing three more assists as England advanced as Group D winner. “Obviously she’s disappointed with what happened on the …

Caicedo, James, Fowler; these are the rising stars of the Women’s World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

Caicedo, James, Fowler; these are the rising stars of the Women’s World Cup

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — A new generation of stars has emerged at the Women’s World Cup. “We are on the cusp, and what a special moment to be able to sit in a stadium and watch a superstar like Marta and watch her final matches for her national team at a World Cup and watch an up and comer like Lauren James,” …

Lauren James Apologises For Horrible Foul Against Nigeria During FIFA WWC Encounter
1 year, 4 months ago

Lauren James Apologises For Horrible Foul Against Nigeria During FIFA WWC Encounter

News 18  

Lauren James has been in the eye of a storm after she was sent off in England’s knockout victory over Nigeria in the Women’s FIFA World Cup 2023. Bronze, quoted by The Mirror, said, “She is very upset – there is no one going to be more upset than Lauren James.” England coach Sarina Wiegman spoke to Lauren after the …

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: James apologises to fans after red card against Nigeria
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: James apologises to fans after red card against Nigeria

The Hindu  

England star Lauren James sent out an apology after a horrific stamp on Michelle Alozie during the 2023 Women’s World Cup round of 16 match between England and Nigeria earned her a straight red card. Alozie herself had put up a post on social media conveying her ‘respect’ for Lauren James. “Also, for our England fans and my team-mates, playing …

A step too far - Lauren James shown a red card in England’s Women’s World Cup win over Nigeria
1 year, 4 months ago

A step too far - Lauren James shown a red card in England’s Women’s World Cup win over Nigeria

The Hindu  

One wrong step cost Lauren James any chance of playing in the Women’s World Cup quarterfinals, and very easily could have ended England’s progress in the tournament. A screen displays the straight red card to Lauren James of England during the FIFA Women’s World Cup Round of 16 match between England and Nigeria at Brisbane Stadium on August 07, 2023 …

England's Lauren James experiences her David Beckham moment in Women's World Cup win over Nigeria
1 year, 4 months ago

England's Lauren James experiences her David Beckham moment in Women's World Cup win over Nigeria

ABC  

When Lauren James disappeared down the tunnel at Brisbane Stadium after being shown a justified red card on Monday night, England would have feared the worst for their tournament hopes. very hard," England coach Sarina Wiegman said of James's emotions after she was sent off in England's nervy 4-2 shootout victory over Nigeria on Monday night. James's "split-second" decision to …

England’s heroic penalty takers saved Lauren James’s reputation
1 year, 4 months ago

England’s heroic penalty takers saved Lauren James’s reputation

The Independent  

That sound, that deep sigh of relief, you could almost hear echoing round the Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane when Chloe Kelly’s penalty smacked into the back of the Nigerian net, sending England through to the Quarter-final of the Women’s World Cup, can surely have only had one source. The fact is, she owes England’s four penalty scorers – Kelly, Alex …

England advances at Women’s World Cup by edging Nigeria after James red card
1 year, 4 months ago

England advances at Women’s World Cup by edging Nigeria after James red card

Associated Press  

BRISBANE, Australia — Down a player after star forward Lauren James was ejected, England was facing the prospect of an upset against Nigeria and a round-of-16 exit at the Women’s World Cup. British media instantly reacted by comparing it with David Beckham’s red card for kicking out at Argentina’s Diego Simeone at the 1998 World Cup in France. I certainly …

Lauren James steps out of brother Reece’s shadow to light up World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

Lauren James steps out of brother Reece’s shadow to light up World Cup

The Hindu  

Lauren James said on the eve of the Women’s World Cup that she wanted to be known as more than just the sister of Chelsea’s Reece James -- safe to say she has now done that, and more. But James, who like England men’s international Reece plays for Chelsea, was given a start in the next match against the Danes …

Sarina Wiegman hails England ‘adaptabilty’ after World Cup gamble pays off
1 year, 4 months ago

Sarina Wiegman hails England ‘adaptabilty’ after World Cup gamble pays off

The Hindu  

Sarina Wiegman gambled with a new-look formation against China at the Women’s World Cup and it paid off, with the England boss lauding her squad’s adaptability as they “grow into the tournament”. The team showed we are really adaptable.” Wiegman brought in Manchester United’s Katie Zelem to replace Walsh, with Jess Carter and Lauren Hemp returning instead of the benched …

FIFA Women's World Cup: Lauren James nets brace as England thump China 6-1 to reach last 16
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women's World Cup: Lauren James nets brace as England thump China 6-1 to reach last 16

Firstpost  

China certainly didn’t know how to stop England’s Lauren James as she scored two goals and provided three assists in a 6-1 rout on Tuesday at Adelaide, South Australia. Sydney: Only VAR prevented England’s Lauren James from scoring a hat trick against China at the Women’s World Cup. China certainly didn’t know how to stop the inspirational forward as she …

Lauren James scores twice as England routs China 6-1 at the Women’s World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

Lauren James scores twice as England routs China 6-1 at the Women’s World Cup

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — Only VAR prevented England’s Lauren James from scoring a hat trick against China at the Women’s World Cup. James’ impressive performance should be a warning for future opponents of the threat she poses at this World Cup, with England entering the knockout stage with three straight wins. China’s worst-ever loss at the tournament means it failed to advance …

PLAYER RATINGS: Lauren James shines in Sydney, Ella Toone struggles and it's injury heartbreak for Keira Walsh as the Lionesses continue their winning World Cup start against Denmark
1 year, 4 months ago

PLAYER RATINGS: Lauren James shines in Sydney, Ella Toone struggles and it's injury heartbreak for Keira Walsh as the Lionesses continue their winning World Cup start against Denmark

Daily Mail  

England secured a tight 1-0 victory against Denmark in Sydney to put them on the brink of qualifying for the knockout stages. However, Denmark grew into the game and never let England get comfortable, coming closest through substitute Amalie Jorgensen Vansgaard’s late header, which clipped the post. Lauren James netted early to secure England victory against Denmark at the Allianz …

Lauren James fires England to a 1-0 win over Denmark at the Women’s World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

Lauren James fires England to a 1-0 win over Denmark at the Women’s World Cup

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — In the end, it was worth the wait. With a flash of early brilliance, Lauren James ended England’s run of more than seven hours without a goal from open play to seal a 1-0 win against Denmark at the Women’s World Cup on Friday. “I kind of had a thought and then as soon as it hit the …

Cancer survivor Caicedo scores in Colombia’s 2-0 win over South Korea at the Women’s World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

Cancer survivor Caicedo scores in Colombia’s 2-0 win over South Korea at the Women’s World Cup

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — A cancer survivor, a Real Madrid star and now a scorer on her debut at the Women’s World Cup. Her broad smile at the end of Colombia’s 2-0 win over South Korea on Tuesday lit up Sydney Football Stadium almost as much as her skills on the field. “It’s great to see such players, how they evolve and …

FIFA Women’s World Cup: England’s Lauren James would love to step out of brother’s shadow
1 year, 5 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup: England’s Lauren James would love to step out of brother’s shadow

The Hindu  

Lauren James is fiercely proud of her brother Reece and calls him her best friend but the 21-year-old England forward would rather shape her own football career than play in his shadow. “I do feel like that a lot,” James said at England’s pre-World Cup media day. “At the moment, men’s football has a lot bigger profile and I’m sure …

US talents Sophia Smith, Alyssa Thompson headline the rising stars at the Women’s World Cup
1 year, 5 months ago

US talents Sophia Smith, Alyssa Thompson headline the rising stars at the Women’s World Cup

Associated Press  

A look at some of the rising stars who will be playing at the Women’s World Cup: SOPHIA SMITH U.S. coach Vlatko Andonovski has focused on developing young talent in preparation for the Women’s World Cup. “She is a special player with special qualities,” Andonovski said of Smith, “but the best thing is that she has the humbleness, work ethic …

Lucy Bronze hails ‘exciting and fearless’ youngsters in England World Cup squad
1 year, 5 months ago

Lucy Bronze hails ‘exciting and fearless’ youngsters in England World Cup squad

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Lucy Bronze says England have youngsters in their …

Sarina Wiegman insists England in ‘very good place’ despite draw with Portugal
1 year, 5 months ago

Sarina Wiegman insists England in ‘very good place’ despite draw with Portugal

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Sarina Wiegman feels England are “in a very …

England held to goalless draw by Portugal in Women’s World Cup warm-up
1 year, 5 months ago

England held to goalless draw by Portugal in Women’s World Cup warm-up

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy England were unable to make the most of …

England coach Sarina Wiegman aiming to add Women’s World Cup to European triumph
1 year, 5 months ago

England coach Sarina Wiegman aiming to add Women’s World Cup to European triumph

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — A year after winning Euro 2022, England is out for more at the Women’s World Cup. Wiegman has also included some bright new talents, such as Lauren James — the sister Chelsea right back Reece James and one of the most exciting players to emerge since the last Women’s World Cup. She has been named in an …

England’s World Cup squad: How Sarina Wiegman’s hopefuls are shaping up
1 year, 10 months ago

England’s World Cup squad: How Sarina Wiegman’s hopefuls are shaping up

New York Times  

Sarina Wiegman hates talking about individuals and she refrained from doing so yet again when asked about standout performers Lauren James, Rachel Daly and Chloe Kelly following England’s second consecutive Arnold Clark Cup triumph. Keira Walsh Probably the player England can least afford to lose, considering the fact Wiegman’s alternative plan in the holding role is moving Leah Williamson from …

Sarina Wiegman believes England Women ‘have to step up more’ despite Arnold Clark Cup triumph
1 year, 10 months ago

Sarina Wiegman believes England Women ‘have to step up more’ despite Arnold Clark Cup triumph

New York Times  

England Women head coach Sarina Wiegman has urged her side to continue improving despite successfully defending their Arnold Clark Cup crown. After the match, however, Wiegman told reporters that it was “nice to win” the Arnold Clark Cup but England “have to step up more because the World Cup will be more of a challenge”. “Moving forward we have a …

England held to frustrating draw by 10-woman Norway after Ellie Roebuck clanger
2 years, 1 month ago

England held to frustrating draw by 10-woman Norway after Ellie Roebuck clanger

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Goalkeeper Ellie Roebuck’s error allowed 10-woman Norway to …

‘She would have been proud’: Sarina Wiegman dedicates England’s Euro 2022 triumph to late sister
2 years, 4 months ago

‘She would have been proud’: Sarina Wiegman dedicates England’s Euro 2022 triumph to late sister

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy England manager Sarina Wiegman hailed the impact her …

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