Lionesses paving way for young girls to pursue football career, says club player
1 year, 4 months ago

Lionesses paving way for young girls to pursue football career, says club player

The Independent  

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Jess Naz interview: My first experience with the Lionesses made me go ‘wow’
2 months ago

Jess Naz interview: My first experience with the Lionesses made me go ‘wow’

The Telegraph  

Jess Naz’s talent has long been obvious. She came through the Tottenham academy in her teens and represented England at age-grade level before making her senior debut earlier this year. You have become a Tottenham regular and made your England debut… It’s been good. We’ve had a good start to the season off the back of last year and I’m …

Women’s and girls’ football sees record growth in historic four year period for the game
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Women’s and girls’ football sees record growth in historic four year period for the game

The Independent  

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Lionesses boss Sarina Wiegman waves away speculation that she could take over from Gareth Southgate - as she praises 'incredible' outgoing England coach
5 months, 1 week ago

Lionesses boss Sarina Wiegman waves away speculation that she could take over from Gareth Southgate - as she praises 'incredible' outgoing England coach

Daily Mail  

Sarina Wiegman brushed off speculation linking her to the England men’s job after Gareth Southgate announced he would step down on Tuesday. Wiegman, who led the Lionesses to victory at Euro 2022 and reached last summer’s World Cup final, is under contract with the women’s team until 2027. Sarina Wiegman has brushed off claims that she might be preparing for …

Unions to benefit from pathway funding ahead of first women’s British and Irish Lions tour
8 months, 1 week ago

Unions to benefit from pathway funding ahead of first women’s British and Irish Lions tour

The Independent  

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Unique Rachel Daly will be impossible to replace after shock Lionesses retirement
8 months, 1 week ago

Unique Rachel Daly will be impossible to replace after shock Lionesses retirement

The Independent  

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The Matildas have inspired record registrations for women in football, but where will clubs put them?
8 months, 2 weeks ago

The Matildas have inspired record registrations for women in football, but where will clubs put them?

ABC  

With the 2024 winter football season kicking off this weekend, clubs across Australia have experienced a record influx of registrations in the afterglow of last year's FIFA Women's World Cup. Increasing the participation of women and girls in football was a major pillar of Football Australia's "Legacy 23" program, in addition to ticking several boxes in the federal and state …

Lionesses are at risk of 'potential burnout', warns Georgia Stanway - as England manager Sarina Wiegman reveals The FA have asked FIFA and UEFA to look at the calendar 'in the future so players can ha
10 months ago

Lionesses are at risk of 'potential burnout', warns Georgia Stanway - as England manager Sarina Wiegman reveals The FA have asked FIFA and UEFA to look at the calendar 'in the future so players can ha

Daily Mail  

Georgia Stanway admitted England's players are at risk of burnout, with the squad facing another summer of limited rest. Several members of the England squad have played in three back-to-back tournaments - the 2021 Olympics, Euro 2022 and last summer's World Cup - while others played in youth tournaments before that. England boss Sarina Wiegman said they have asked FIFA …

First Lions women's tour confirmed for New Zealand in 2027 – how it will work
11 months, 1 week ago

First Lions women's tour confirmed for New Zealand in 2027 – how it will work

The Telegraph  

Money invested by Royal London will be directly invested into player pathways in each of the home unions to support the continued wider growth of the women’s game. “We’re really clear that we’re just one part of the global rugby ecosystem and we are now a very new part of the women’s game, and we wanted to make sure that …

Lionesses avoid Wembley nightmare after resurgence of greatest quality
1 year ago

Lionesses avoid Wembley nightmare after resurgence of greatest quality

The Independent  

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First ever Lioness captain’s legacy lives on as England take on Scotland 50 years after maiden match
1 year, 3 months ago

First ever Lioness captain’s legacy lives on as England take on Scotland 50 years after maiden match

The Independent  

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PFA asking trade unions to support equal rights for England women’s football players
1 year, 3 months ago

PFA asking trade unions to support equal rights for England women’s football players

The Hindu  

England’s female players deserve equal rights now, Professional Footballers’ Association chief executive Maheta Molango has said, telling the TUC Congress on Tuesday that the disparity in treatment of men and women “simply isn’t acceptable”. “A seat at the table is no use when the decisions have already been made.” The PFA’s plea comes after former player Karen Carney’s UK government-commissioned …

The Lionesses are welcomed home with a special surprise
1 year, 4 months ago

The Lionesses are welcomed home with a special surprise

Daily Mail  

The Lionesses will be welcomed home with a special surprise courtesy of one team based in west London England enjoyed a memorable run to the World Cup final, before they narrowly lost 1-0 to Spain on Sunday England's Lionesses are set to receive a heroes' welcome when they return to the UK on Tuesday morning. Girls from Actonians Ladies' FC …

Women’s World Cup 2023 LIVE: Lionesses receive heartwarming homecoming as attention turns to next game
1 year, 4 months ago

Women’s World Cup 2023 LIVE: Lionesses receive heartwarming homecoming as attention turns to next game

The Independent  

✕ Close England fans around UK react to Women's World Cup final against Spain England heartbreakingly lost 1-0 to Spain in their first Women’s World Cup final as Olga Carmona’s first-half goal proved enough to break the Lionesses’s hearts. Sarina Wiegman and her players were looking to bring the game’s biggest prize home from Sydney but Carmona drilled a finish …

England’s Lionesses heralded as ‘game changers’ back home despite loss to Spain in World Cup final
1 year, 4 months ago

England’s Lionesses heralded as ‘game changers’ back home despite loss to Spain in World Cup final

Associated Press  

LONDON — The wait for a World Cup title goes on for England, but the Lionesses were still heralded as game changers back home after their loss to Spain in Sunday’s final in Sydney. King Charles III, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and a host of other politicians, royals and celebrities were quick to praise the England players on social media …

Agony for Lionesses as England defeated in first ever World Cup final
1 year, 4 months ago

Agony for Lionesses as England defeated in first ever World Cup final

The Independent  

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Watch live: Lionesses fans gather in Sydney for Women’s World Cup final
1 year, 4 months ago

Watch live: Lionesses fans gather in Sydney for Women’s World Cup final

The Independent  

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Lionesses have ‘significant bargaining power’ in battle for equal pay
1 year, 4 months ago

Lionesses have ‘significant bargaining power’ in battle for equal pay

The Telegraph  

A lawyer who helped the US women’s football team secure equal pay has said the Lionesses have significant power to bargain with the Football Association and Fifa over their own salaries and bonuses. Nicole Saharsky told the PA news agency “the tide has turned” in the pay dispute and footballing authorities would be “well served” in not limiting investment in …

FIFA Women’s World Cup may be ‘coming home’ to Lionesses, but don’t count out the adamant Spanish
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup may be ‘coming home’ to Lionesses, but don’t count out the adamant Spanish

The Hindu  

The rallying cry “It’s Coming Home” is one game away from reality and the end of England’s 57-year drought in global football. The Lionesses have roared their way into their first Women’s World Cup title game, Sunday against Spain. 🤩 pic.twitter.com/PPlUraxbvV — FIFA Women's World Cup August 18, 2023 England’s return to prominence has been led by coach Sarina Wiegman, …

World Cup England v Australia: The Lionesses are ready to roar (and they’re even good when they’re bad)
1 year, 4 months ago

World Cup England v Australia: The Lionesses are ready to roar (and they’re even good when they’re bad)

The Independent  

About 15 years ago, when I was chairman of the junior club where my son played football, we decided to start up a girls’ team. Sure, Alistair Brownlee winning Olympic gold has persuaded hundreds of us to take up triathlon, just as Bradley Wiggins donning the yellow jersey in the Tour encouraged us to slip on the lycra and jump …

Sarina Wiegman: The Lionesses’s all-conquering coach in profile
1 year, 4 months ago

Sarina Wiegman: The Lionesses’s all-conquering coach in profile

The Independent  

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The Lionesses look ready to roar as they depart Oz hotel after much-needed day off ahead of Colombia showdown... while player-turned-pundit Jill Scott kicks back in a bar
1 year, 4 months ago

The Lionesses look ready to roar as they depart Oz hotel after much-needed day off ahead of Colombia showdown... while player-turned-pundit Jill Scott kicks back in a bar

Daily Mail  

They have been roaring their way through the World Cup. So England's Lionesses were certainly due a break, as they took a day off on Thursday before returning to training the following day ahead of their showdown quarter-final clash with Colombia on Saturday. Led by stars including Chloe Kelly, who shared a sweet snap showing her reunion with her boyfriend …

Atlas Lionesses become latest Morocco team to earn a World Cup upset
1 year, 4 months ago

Atlas Lionesses become latest Morocco team to earn a World Cup upset

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Morocco’s teams are getting used to upsetting higher-ranked opponents on soccer’s biggest stage. With a 1-0 win over South Korea in Adelaide, South Australia on Sunday, the Atlas Lionesses earned their first Women’s World Cup victory in their debut tournament. “We have the same sense of determination and motivation, that this is a dream that’s going to …

It’s a new summer now – Lauren Hemp says Lionesses have moved on from Euro glory
1 year, 4 months ago

It’s a new summer now – Lauren Hemp says Lionesses have moved on from Euro glory

The Independent  

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Lionesses need Lauren Hemp to hit top gear at World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

Lionesses need Lauren Hemp to hit top gear at World Cup

The Telegraph  

Not so long ago Lauren Hemp was England’s most dynamic and threatening attacking player; the one every opposition team were most afraid of. “I feel like it’s the same,” replied Hemp, speaking at the team’s training base on New South Wales’ Central Coast. I started playing because I love it, and I’ll carry on playing until I stop loving the …

England coach Wiegman demands more from Lionesses in FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023
1 year, 5 months ago

England coach Wiegman demands more from Lionesses in FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023

The Hindu  

Sarina Wiegman challenged her England side to be more ruthless after the European champion underwhelmed in a 1-0 win over Haiti to start its Women’s World Cup campaign on Saturday. “We went very close a couple of times, and their defence was tough too, but we need to keep trying, keep working on it, starting tomorrow.”Wiegman on England’s performance England …

FIFA Women’s World Cup: England captain Millie Bright given all-clear to start Lionesses’ title bid
1 year, 5 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup: England captain Millie Bright given all-clear to start Lionesses’ title bid

The Hindu  

England captain Millie Bright has been cleared to start the Lionesses’ Women’s World Cup opener against Haiti on Saturday in a significant boost for coach Sarina Weigman. I’ve been given absolutely everything that I needed to be in this position.” FIFA Women’s World Cup Preview: Storylines dominating this WWC and top players to watch out for Injuries have plagued the …

England ‘resilience’ can help Lionesses overcome injuries at Women’s World Cup
1 year, 6 months ago

England ‘resilience’ can help Lionesses overcome injuries at Women’s World Cup

The Independent  

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FIFA Women’s World Cup: Risky move pays off for Lionesses’ England
1 year, 6 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup: Risky move pays off for Lionesses’ England

The Hindu  

Left out of several Lioness sides over the past year and seeing scant playing time in her seventh season with Chelsea, Bethany England saw the writing on the wall. England’s Bethany England in training for the Lionesses ahead of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023. | Photo Credit: Reuters “Obviously, it was amazing for me,” a smiling England told reporters …

England eyes more magic at Wembley against Brazil in Women’s Finalissima
1 year, 8 months ago

England eyes more magic at Wembley against Brazil in Women’s Finalissima

The Hindu  

Less than a year after they hoisted the Women’s European Championship trophy in front of a record crowd at Wembley, England’s Lionesses hope to recreate some magic when they host Brazil in the inaugural Women’s Finalissima on Thursday. “It’s really exciting to have that much demand that quickly, the game is in a good place, and obviously we want to …

Lionesses to wear period-friendly blue shorts at Women’s World Cup
1 year, 8 months ago

Lionesses to wear period-friendly blue shorts at Women’s World Cup

The Independent  

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Lionesses dressed for success with new kits – Monday’s sporting social
1 year, 8 months ago

Lionesses dressed for success with new kits – Monday’s sporting social

The Independent  

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5 powerhouse sportswomen you need to know about
1 year, 8 months ago

5 powerhouse sportswomen you need to know about

The Independent  

Following a monumental year for women’s football, England and Arsenal footballer Leah Williamson OBE is at the top of BBC Radio 4’s Woman’s Hour Power List. Williamson – who was captain of the Lionesses when they won the Euro 2022 final against Germany last summer – said of the news: “It’s lovely – I’m just trying to do my job. …

‘Be yourself’: Lionesses hero Chloe Kelly reveals inspiration behind iconic celebration
1 year, 9 months ago

‘Be yourself’: Lionesses hero Chloe Kelly reveals inspiration behind iconic celebration

The Independent  

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The year of the Lionesses: How England changed football and won 2022
2 years ago

The year of the Lionesses: How England changed football and won 2022

The Independent  

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British & Irish Lions to push ahead with a women's team
2 years ago

British & Irish Lions to push ahead with a women's team

Daily Mail  

A first female British & Irish Lions tour is coming soon to the global rugby landscape with talks now centred on a venue and opposition as the women’s game continues to grow exponentially. Female Lions side is seen as logical next step following the success of the women's World Cup ‘I chaired the feasibility study on the women’s Lions. Talks …

Lionesses star Rachel Daly believes she could be an attacking option at the 2023 World Cup
2 years, 2 months ago

Lionesses star Rachel Daly believes she could be an attacking option at the 2023 World Cup

Daily Mail  

Rachel Daly believes her goal-scoring form for Aston Villa could see her move into an attacking role for England ahead of next summer’s World Cup. England's Rachel Daly was speaking at the Women’s Football Summit presented by EA SPORTS Daly makes the transition from attacker to defender look easy, but she insists it’s not as straightforward as it looks. Daly …

Lioness Demi Stokes says sexist abuse ‘really affected’ some England players’ game
2 years, 3 months ago

Lioness Demi Stokes says sexist abuse ‘really affected’ some England players’ game

The Independent  

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Lucy Bronze confident that Euro 2022 will help improve the growth of women's football in England
2 years, 4 months ago

Lucy Bronze confident that Euro 2022 will help improve the growth of women's football in England

Daily Mail  

Lucy Bronze expects women's football to go from strength to strength in England following the Lionesses' stunning success at Euro 2022. Lucy Bronze admits the past week has been a blur amid the celebrations after Euro 2022 The Lionesses' triumph has brought unprecedented attention to the women's game in the UK 'To have the perspective and see how everything has …

Girls and boys must have equal access to football in schools, Lionesses say
2 years, 4 months ago

Girls and boys must have equal access to football in schools, Lionesses say

The Independent  

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Leah Williamson continues the Lionesses’ party – Tuesday’s sporting social
2 years, 4 months ago

Leah Williamson continues the Lionesses’ party – Tuesday’s sporting social

The Independent  

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England’s Lionesses need more diverse players if women’s football to grow, says ex-Chelsea star
2 years, 4 months ago

England’s Lionesses need more diverse players if women’s football to grow, says ex-Chelsea star

The Independent  

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Politicians face backlash as they are accused of using Lionesses victory to promote themselves
2 years, 4 months ago

Politicians face backlash as they are accused of using Lionesses victory to promote themselves

Daily Mail  

Politicians have been accused of jumping on the Lionesses bandwagon to cover themselves in the England players' reflected glory. Conservative party members Liz Truss, Therese Coffey and Nadine Dorries show just how much they are enjoying supporting the Lionesses while Sadiq Khan sits quietly Rishi loves football! The teetotal wannabe Tory leader was unable to stay seated as he was …

DAN WOOTTON: How telling that Lionesses made politicians finally admit what it means to be a woman
2 years, 4 months ago

DAN WOOTTON: How telling that Lionesses made politicians finally admit what it means to be a woman

Daily Mail  

Something important struck me in the hours after the Lionesses’ inspiring and historic Euros victory. The entire nation is so proud.’ But that’s the same Slippery Starmer who spent an entire minute on LBC refusing to answer whether a woman could have a penis when he was asked about the travesty of trans swimmer Lia Thomas smashing her biological female …

Calls for men’s football to learn from women after Lionesses’ success
2 years, 4 months ago

Calls for men’s football to learn from women after Lionesses’ success

The Independent  

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England’s Euro 2022 win ‘inspiration for girls and women today’
2 years, 4 months ago

England’s Euro 2022 win ‘inspiration for girls and women today’

Al Jazeera  

Britain’s Queen Elizabeth leads tributes after England’s women’s team beats Germany in the final to win the first major trophy. England’s Euro 2022 football win “will be an inspiration for girls and women today, and for future generations”, Queen Elizabeth II has said after the Lionesses beat Germany 2-1 to lift their first major trophy. “You have all set an …

England football must seize golden chance, as the Lionesses prepare to face Germany in the final
2 years, 4 months ago

England football must seize golden chance, as the Lionesses prepare to face Germany in the final

Daily Mail  

The date is etched in my memory: September 10, 2009. Superstar Kelly Smith was one of six players in the England squad based in the United States The last time the Lionesses reached a major final was at Euro 2009 when they lost to Germany Defeat felt inevitable. I was the BBC's only women's football reporter yet didn't cover any …

Lionesses’ Euros success sparks booming interest in women’s football
2 years, 4 months ago

Lionesses’ Euros success sparks booming interest in women’s football

The Independent  

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British PM wishes England good luck in women’s soccer final
2 years, 4 months ago

British PM wishes England good luck in women’s soccer final

Associated Press  

LONDON — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson sent a good luck message to England ahead of its Women’s European Championship final against Germany, saying on Saturday the team has shown that soccer “is not just for boys.” “In any pride, it is the lionesses who ruthlessly hunt as a team and bring their prize back home and I am sure …

MARTIN SAMUEL: Lionesses is a harmless branding tool, but this team have outgrown it
2 years, 4 months ago

MARTIN SAMUEL: Lionesses is a harmless branding tool, but this team have outgrown it

Daily Mail  

Of course, it was more confected nonsense on Radio 4 this week when a listener questioned the use of the word Lionesses to describe the England women's football team. A Radio 4 listener called in to question use of the word Lionesses to describe women's team 'We gendify everything,' Asante said. An invention of, one imagines, a mostly male marketing …

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