SKY SPORTS have dug their heels in and will NOT be changing their programming to accommodate the Women’s World Cup final.
The Lionesses will bid to win their second successive trophy in as many tournaments when they face Spain in Sunday’s final in Sydney, Australia.
England‘s historic showdown with their Spanish counterparts – which will be aired on the BBC and ITV – is set to get underway at 11am.
A tasty Championship clash between Norwich and Millwall at Carrow Road, however, is set to be broadcast on Sky an hour later – meaning footie fans have to choice to make on which match they watch.
But Sky insist the original kick-off time for the second-tier match – which faced calls to be rescheduled – WILL remain the same.
A Sky spokesperson told The Mirror: “All relevant stakeholders were consulted and considered in this decision, as with all decisions of this nature.”
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Victory over Spain will see England become world champions just over a year after their European Championships triumph at Wembley.
Coach Sarina Wiegman told Sky Sports: “We really want to leave with that World Cup.
“We have an opponent that’s really strong.
“What we’re focusing on is how do we want to play, and we’re going to do anything to be at our best.
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“And then hopefully that gives us the success we want.”
Wiegman – who is in the running to take charge of the England men’s team – is relishing the historic showdown with the Spanish.
She said: “[I’m] very excited. I have a lot of confidence in our team. I think we’re in a very good place.”
Wiegman reckons winning the World Cup will be another watershed moment for women’s football in England.
The Dutchwoman said: “It’s just really, really nice when you get so far in a tournament and you make a final that everyone is watching,
“And that gives a boost to the women’s game in England, but also worldwide, here in Australia.
“You’ve seen the whole country was behind them. And that’s very exciting to be part of.”
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
