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      Smiling Alex Scott looks awkward as BBC presenter is serenaded by adoring Arsenal fans while covering WSL clash

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      ARSENAL legend Alex Scott received a hero’s welcome when she returned to the Emirates Stadium on Sunday.The former full-back was on presenting duty for the Women’s Super League clash between Arsenal and Aston Villa alongside pundits Anita Asante and Gilly Flaherty.
      Alex Scott was serenaded by Arsenal fans on her return to the EmiratesCredit: https://www.instagram.com/alexscott2/
      Fans chanted ‘Alex Scott, she’s one of our own’Credit: https://www.instagram.com/alexscott2/
      Ahead of the match, she recorded some broadcasting links in front of the stadium while surrounded by adoring fans.
      The onlookers chanted “Alex Scott, she’s one of our own,” while the presenter prepared to speak.
      Scott, 39, then moved pitchside, where fans began singing ‘Happy Birthday’ to her.
      The Arsenal icon celebrated her 39th birthday on Saturday.
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      Jonas Eidevall’s Gunners went on to win the match 2-1 following a late comeback in added time.
      Aston Villa opened the scoring against the run of play in the first half through Maz Pacheco.
      But the Gunners fought back as Ballon d’Or nominee Katie McCabe equalised in the 92nd minute.
      Summer signing Alessia Russo then scored the winner in the 94th minute following an assist from Beth Mead, who was making her return to football 11 months after suffering an ACL injury.
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      Fans then sang ‘Happy Birthday’ to the Arsenal legendCredit: https://www.instagram.com/alexscott2/
      Scott shared the video on InstagramCredit: https://www.instagram.com/alexscott2/
      After the match, Mead told Sky Sports: “To get on the pitch felt like Christmas for me. 
      “I’ve worked hard mentally and physically throughout this rehab. 
      “It’s not an easy one especially after doing it with your partner (Vivianne Miedema) who has also done the same thing (suffered a knee injury).
      “To get on the pitch – especially in front of the fans – I had goosebumps and I had to keep the emotion in for that one. 
      “I’ve had so many emotions all day. I’ve been excited, I’ve been nervous. Will I get on (the pitch). Will I not get on. 
      “Warming up, it feels like you’re never going to get that chance.
      “But I was so happy to get on the pitch especially at the Emirates where I did my knee (injury)”. 
      The former Arsenal star shared a hug with Beth Mead, who made her return from injuryCredit: https://www.instagram.com/alexscott2/ More

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      BBC presenter Emma Louise Jones looks stunning in tight outfit for Championship Grand Final as fans say ‘I despair’

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      BBC host Emma Louise Jones stunned fans with her outfit choice for the Championship Grand Final.London Broncos trailed 14-10 at half-time against Toulouse, before they came roaring back to clinch an 18-14 victory.
      Emma Louise Jones presented the Championship Grand FinalCredit: Twitter @eljonesuk
      She donned a stunning dress for the occasionCredit: Twitter @eljonesuk
      Emma presented the BBC’s coverage of the match alongside Kev Brown and Leon Pryce.
      She donned a slick white and blue dress for the blockbuster event.
      And the attire led fans to react in their droves on social media as they praised her style.
      One said: “I despair!!”
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      Another added: “So incredible word’s don’t do justice!!!”
      While a third replied: “Exquisite😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍.”
      Leeds fan Jones has presented content on the club’s social media channels in the past.
      She is also known for her coverage of football and rugby league on the BBC and Viaplay Sports, including hosting MOTDx alongside Jermaine Jenas.
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      Emma frequently posts on social mediaCredit: Instagram / @eljonesuk
      She has built up a huge following onlineCredit: Instagram / @eljonesuk
      Emma has more than 400,000 followers on InstagramCredit: Twitter / @eljonesuk
      When not presenting, though, Jones often mocks Instagram users for sliding into her DMs.
      One recent post saw her call out a creep for his antics as she donned a headset for a “DM Helpline” clip.
      Meanwhile, her outfit choices have also stunned fans with some distracted by her leather trousers in a behind the scenes video back in August.
      She is known for putting trolls in their placeCredit: Instagram / @eljonesuk
      Emma has become an established TV sports presenterCredit: Instagram / @eljonesuk More

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      BBC pundits shocked by England star Ollie Watkins’ ‘blasphemous’ interview after Aston Villa ace nets in Australia clash

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      BBC pundits were aghast at an Ollie Watkins interview after England’s 1-0 win over Australia.Watkins scored the sole goal in the win, expertly ghosting to the back post to tap into an empty net when the ball was played across the penalty box.
      Ollie Watkins scored the winner against AustraliaCredit: Getty
      But the Aston Villa ace left BBC 5 Live host Darren Fletcher and pundits Stephan Warnock and Paul Robinson shocked following some “blasphemous” comments.
      When speaking to John Murray after the match, Watkins was asked about his poacher’s finish for the match-winning goal.
      The 27-year-old said: “Yeah they’re the best ones the little tap-ins.
      “I’ll take it all day at the end of the day. It says your name on the Sky Sports app and that’s all that matters.”
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      After switching back to the studio radio, Fletcher joked: “John Murray there in conversation with the blasphemous Ollie Watkins.
      “Of course, it’s on the BBC Sport app as well… He must have thought ‘I’ve seen John somewhere before’ and put two and two together and come up with five.”
      Watkins’ latest England goal means he has now scored in back-to-back England appearances 563 days apart.
      It marks him out as the player with the longest period between goals in consecutive appearances since Mike O’Grady between 1962 and 1969 (2,335 days).
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      The Villa forward has now made eight England appearances, scoring three times overall.
      At club level, Watkins has finally found his scoring boots in the Premier League after a slow start to the season.
      He has scored four goals in his last three league games, including a hat-trick against Brighton. More

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      Alex Scott vs Laura Woods tale of the tape: How BBC and TNT Sports presenters’ amazing careers compare

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      ALEX SCOTT and Laura Woods share the crown as the current queens of sports presenting.The pair have dominated the media landscape in recent years, landing top jobs while becoming celebrities in their own right.
      Laura Woods is dominating the TV presenting landscape in sport
      Rival Alex Scott is the darling of BBC Sport
      Scott, 38, is the ace up the BBC’s sleeve, presenting Football Focus and heading up their recent Women’s World Cup programming.
      But in the other corner, Woods, 36, fronted a brilliant breakfast show on talkSPORT alongside pal Ally McCoist and is now the face of ITV Football and TNT’s new look Champions League coverage.
      Off the screen, they’re personal lives are well-documented.
      The pair appear to have found love – with Scott dating singer Jess Glynne and Woods going Instagram official with Love Island alumni Adam Collard.
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      Here’s how the pair compare…
      Rise to the top
      The two Londoners have both enjoyed meteoric rises to the top, with a leg up from Sky Sports.
      Laura scored a gig on Soccer AM for their online team, after she began as a runner and covered the darts.
      By 2018, she was working as a pitchside reporter, occasionally working with Gary Neville.
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      In 2020, her career exploded when she took a hosting job on talkSPORT’s breakfast show – dividing the honours with Alan Brazil.
      She became a firm fans’ favourite, branched out to DAZN with their boxing and Women’s Champion League shows.
      ITV then utilised her skills as she presented both World Cups in the men’s and women’s game, as well as a NFL hightlights show.
      Most recently, TNT Sports made Laura their lead presenter for Champions League and boxing.
      Alex has had plenty of crossover with Laura. She began her media career on Soccer AM while she was still playing professional football for Arsenal.
      After completing a degree in Professional Sports Writing and Broadcasting, she scored columns for The Independent during the 2014 World Cup.
      When she retired in 2017, Alex got a job on cBeebies show Match of the Day Kickabout.
      A year later, she made history as the first female pundit for the BBC at the 2018 World Cup.
      In 2019, she was announced as co-host of Goals on Sunday on Sky Sports alongside Chris Kamara.
      This year, Woods became the lead presenter for TNS Sports’ Champions League coverageCredit: Getty
      AT ITV Sport, Woods is a jack of all trades – presenting their NFL coverageCredit: Instagram
      Scott’s expertise is as a pundit and presenter, which was seen on the BBC’s Women’s World Cup coverageCredit: BBC
      Scott has transcended sport, appearing on Strictly Come Dancing in 2019Credit: Getty
      Since 2020, the MBE has hosted BBC’s Sports Personality of the Year Awards.
      Alex has also transcended sport, appearing on Strictly Come Dancing and is a frequent guest presenter of the One Show.
      Net worth
      Both Scott and Woods have amassed a small fortune from their TV gigs.
      Although figures vary, there’s not much between them.
      According to Apumone, Woods has a net worth of around £1.64million.
      On the BBC pay list for the season of 2022-23, Scott was said to earn somewhere between £185,000 – £189,999.
      Add to that her other gigs, as well as past TV credits, and her fortune is estimated to be around £1.6million too.
      Both are killing it.
      Woods has an enviable lifestyleCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy
      Scott is believed to be worth around £1.6millionCredit: Getty
      Scott enjoys a holiday in IbizaCredit: Instagram / @alexscott2
      Woods enjoys a private yacht during some rare time off
      Best mates
      When it comes to pals in football, Laura and Ally McCoist were thick as thieves.
      The rapport they had between one another was radio gold on talkSPORT.
      Built over a mutual respect, they cracked jokes, shared banter and were a staple for morning radio.
      When Woods decided to quit, Ally had to fight back tears as he paid tribute to his pal in what was an incredibly emotional moment.
      Scott is close with fellow Arsenal icon Leah Williamson.
      They are known to be inseparable, when they are not bound by work committments.
      The two reportedly met on the football circuit over two years ago, and have become best mates.
      In the summer, Alex and Leah went on holiday with fellow Lionesses star Keira Walsh and spent time on a yacht in Ibiza.
      And they make time to attend swanky events together.
      Woods is close with fellow presenter and pundit Ally McCoistCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy
      Woods said an emotional goodbye to talkSPORT – leaving her pal close to tearsCredit: talkSPORT
      Arsenal star Leah Williamson and Alex are firm palsCredit: Rex
      Scott celebrated England’s Euros triumph with Williamson in 2022Credit: Getty
      They turned heads at the recent Virgin Atlantic Attitude Awards this week.
      Previously they were spotted at the Brit Awards and GQ Awards hanging out together.
      Love life
      Despite their incredibly busy lives, Laura and Alex have time for romance.
      And they’ve both gone public with their relationships.
      As The Sun told you. Alex has been dating pop star Jesse Glynne.
      They were first spotted together before the Women’s World Cup, and have since gone public at the premiere of David and Victoria Beckham’s Netflix documentary premiere after-party in London.
      A friend said: “Alex and Jess have been a slow burn and they didn’t want to rush things or go public too soon.
      “But they’re officially an item now and seem really happy. They are both strong, independent women with a shared passion and respect of their respective careers, supporting one another from the sidelines.
      “It’s still early days for them, but they’ve met one another’s mates and everyone is super-happy for them.”
      Woods has also got a new boyfriend.
      Earlier this week, she went Instagram official with ex-Love Island contestant Adam Collard.
      Laura Woods went Instagram official with her romance with Adam CollardCredit: Instagram
      Woods soon deleted the images onlineCredit: Instagram
      Scott went public with her romance with singer Jess Glynne at a Netflix eventCredit: Rex
      Jesse and Alex have been dating for a few months, and were seen sat next to each other at Wimbledon in the summerCredit: Getty
      Very intimate pictures were uploaded to her account, before she swiftly removed them.
      The Sun first told how they were seeing each other last month as they enjoyed a series of low key dates together.
      They then headed for a romantic break in Cornwall, giving away the biggest clue they’re an item.
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      Laura even gave at sneaky look at Adam in one photo, writing:  “Great company recommended too.” More

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      Alex Scott fans love bold outfit on live TV as they say ‘how many women can wear loose jeans but still look beautiful?’

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      ALEX SCOTT stunned in a bold outfit during the BBC’s coverage of Manchester City’s Women’s Super League clash with Chelsea.The former Arsenal and England defender has become one of the Beeb’s lead footie presenters over the last two years and has excelled in the role.
      Alex Scott has become one of the BBC’s best presenters over the last two yearsCredit: GETTY
      The former Arsenal and England heads up the Beeb’s coverage of the WSLCredit: BBC
      The 38-year-old stunned in a cool chequered outfit on SundayCredit: ALAMY
      Scott, 38, has shown off an array of stunning outfits during her time on the British broadcasting powerhouse.
      And watchers of this afternoon’s titanic WSL clash between City and Chelsea were treated to yet another one.
      Scott donned a snazzy blue and white chequered jacket with some loose-fitting blue jeans, an outfit which quickly became the talk of social media.
      One viewer wrote on X with a love-heart emoji: “Alex Scott on my screen.”
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      Another said: “Alex Scott is always a slay.”
      Another chimed in: “How many women can wear loose jeans, but still look beautiful? Come on Chelsea.”
      One watcher praised the Beeb’s entire broadcasting team for the match, tweeting: “There’s a lot of criticism of female pundits in football.
      “And I’m as loud as anyone about the pundits I don’t think do a good job.
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      “But I’m watching the City vs Chelsea game on BBC Two and Alex Scott, Fara Williams and Ellen White is a cracking line-up.”
      Scott went public this week with her relationship with musician Jess Glynne.
      A friend of the pair told The Sun this week: “Alex and Jess have been a slow burn and they didn’t want to rush things or go public too soon.
      “But they’re officially an item now and seem really happy.
      “They are both strong, independent women with a shared passion and respect of their respective careers, supporting one another from the sidelines.
      “It’s still early days for them, but they’ve met one another’s mates and everyone is super-happy for them.”
      Alex Scott is dating musician Jess GlynneCredit: REX More

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      Alex Scott stuns fans in bold outfit as she gets on the booze early live on BBC Football Focus in elegant cream dress

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      ALEX SCOTT got on the booze early live on Football Focus – but her bold outfit stole the show.Former England Women’s goalkeeper Rachel Brown-Finnis, who was born in Burnley, was waiting for the host as she emerged from the Turf Moor tunnel at the start of the programme.
      Alex Scott got on the booze early live on Football FocusCredit: BBC
      She was handed a Burnley ‘tradition’ right at the start of the showCredit: BBC
      Scott did not seem to be the biggest fan of the winter warmerCredit: BBC
      Viewers were more interested in the elegant cream dress that she was sportingCredit: BBC
      As she stood alongside fellow pundit Dion Dublin, it soon emerged that she had something in her hands, along with the ex-Coventry and Aston Villa man.
      Brown-Finnis said: “I have a little welcome, a tradition here at Burnley. At half time, go and have a Benny and Hot.”
      The trio then grabbed one each and proceeded to drink it as Scott let out a loud “woah” after sinking a sip.
      Brown-Finnis then described it as “medicinal” before saying: “That’s why we always have colour in our cheeks and a spring in our step.”
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      Rather than finish it off, Scott proceeded to continue with the Football Focus show, but viewers appeared to love her willingness to get amongst it.
      One fan tweeted with a thumbs-up emoji: “Alex Scott on the bene ‘n hot.”
      As another commented: “Enjoying #footballfocus with @AlexScott and @DionDublinsDube.”
      The unofficial matchday drink at Burnley FC for the past century has been “Benny and Hot” – the french liqueur Benedictine topped up with hot water.
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      And the Burnley miners’ club is the biggest consumer of the spirit outside of France.
      The love of the drink dates back to the First World War when men in the 11th Battalion of the East Lancashire Regiment were billeted in Normandy.
      They discovered the local liqueur and started drinking it as grog with hot water.
      It soon became known as “Benny and Hot” and travelled home with the troops.
      However, it was not the drink that most viewers were interested in, it was the elegant cream dress sported by Scott that they wanted to know about.
      One tweeted her to ask: “Where is your cream dress from?”
      And another hailed her as “the Queen of Football Focus”.
      Scott enjoyed a night out celebrating with fellow England legend Leah Williamson earlier this week after her pal was awarded her OBE by Prince William.
      Alex Scott is dating music star Jess Glynne and they’ve secretly been together for monthsCredit: REX
      Meanwhile, The Sun revealed that the 38-year-old Football Focus host is dating pop star Jess Glynne.
      The superstar singer and the ex-England and Arsenal footy ace have been quietly seeing each other for the past two months.
      The couple have enjoyed a series of dates before and after the Women’s World Cup.
      Then, on Tuesday night, they partied alongside David and Victoria Beckham at their exclusive Netflix documentary premiere after-party at The Twenty Two in West London.
      The 33-year-old Glynne and Scott were pictured together side-by-side in July watching the tennis at Wimbledon and were later seen enjoying a boozy pub lunch in North West London just before the Women’s World Cup in August.
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      They then stayed in contact as Alex travelled to Australia to cover the tournament for the BBC — before they met up again in London on her return.
      Glynne is the only British female solo artist to achieve seven UK No 1 singles, while former Lioness Alex also co-hosts the One Show on BBC away from her sporting punditry.
      The couple were pictured watching the tennis at Wimbledon and have grown closerCredit: Getty
      Former England star Scott has enjoyed a successful transition on to the screenCredit: REX More

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      Inside Alex Scott’s inspirational life after bravely overcoming domestic abuse hell to become much-loved BBC presenter

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      JUST how did Alex Scott go from women’s footballer to a household name as a respected sports pundit?With 1.8 million followers on Instagram and a penchant for split-to-the-thigh dresses, the former Arsenal player is rightly enjoying a career-defining 2023.
      Alex Scott’s life story is an inspirationCredit: Getty
      Scott is currently a presenter on Match of the DayCredit: Reuters
      She is regularly seen at glam red carpet eventsCredit: Getty
      Ten months in and already the London-born presenter has been constantly in demand.
      She flew to Australia reporting on the Women’s World Cup, Monaco for the Europa League draw and even hit up the Grammys, Baftas and Brit Awards red carpets.
      She’s graced the front covers of mags such as Grazia and Stylist and in her rare downtime holidays in Ibiza.
      Today, football fans know the former professional footballer as a knowledgeable pundit on BBC and Sky Sports.
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      The beautiful game
      YET Scott made history as the first female pundit on Sky Sports Super Sunday and was the first female to commentate for the BBC at a Men’s World Cup.
      She has said football – and most importantly Arsenal – is in her blood, having signed for the Gunners in 1992 at the age of eight.
      Throughout her 26-year career, the 38-year-old played mostly for Arsenal in the Women’s Super League.
      Scott signed for Arsenal at the age of eightCredit: Instagram @alexscott2
      She won the Women’s Super League with Arsenal in 2012Credit: Getty
      She has said the sport was her ticket “to get on a plane and go to China” and that football allowed her to learn things about the world.
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      Scott retired from the game in 2018 aged 34 after a glittering career which included playing in the squad for the 2012 London Olympics.
      Life after football
      IN 2016, she appeared on Bear Grylls’ ITV show, Mission Survive, which she won.
      And she said it was appearing on the show that ignited “a spark” about a world outside football and being ready for the “next chapter”.
      Scott had already established her media career while still playing football, appearing on programmes such as Soccer AM with other minor roles at BBC Sport, BT Sport and Sky Sports.
      She also graduated with a degree in Professional Sports Writing and Broadcasting from Staffordshire University while playing for Arsenal.
      She wrote a weekly women’s football column in the Morning Star newspaper and a column in The Independent during the 2014 World Cup.
      Today, Scott is a broadcaster with Match of the Day and Sky Sports.
      Outside of sports, she has participated in the ancestry research programme Who Do You Think You Are?
      In September 2019, she was a contestant on the 17th series of Strictly Come Dancing, paired with Neil Jones. The couple came fifth in the competition.
      Scott earned 140 caps for EnglandCredit: Getty
      Scott appeared for the Lionesses at London 2012Credit: Getty
      Overcoming adversity
      IN 2022, Scott published her memoir “How (Not) To Be Strong” – it went on to become a Sunday Times bestseller.
      She candidly revealed she was beaten with a belt and talked honestly about the fear and terror she and her mum lived in lived with her now-estranged father.
      She said in an emotionally-charged interview on the BBC Women’s Hour Radio show that “all that money will go to help women”, declaring her income from the book sales would go to the women’s aid charity Refuge.
      Scott revealed to Steven Bartlett on his YouTube channel “The Diary of a CEO” that she had a speech impediment growing up and sought help with speech therapy.
      As a child growing up in a house where she witnessed domestic abuse, she disclosed it was easier not to speak – and that her mum didn’t know she had a problem.
      She said that even today there are certain things she can’t say such as cinnamon: “I have to re-word things or memorise scripts so I know that word coming up.”
      Scott also said on the Steven Bartlett podcast that as a result of falling into a daily pattern of drinking alcohol, she sought therapy.
      Scott revealed she was abused as a childCredit: Instagram @alexscott2
      She also revealed she had a speech impediment while growing upCredit: Getty
      She puts her daily drinking habit in part down to the abuse she has received from social media trolls.
      Nowadays Scott keeps her private life just that – yet she does say she loves holidaying on her own and regularly jets off to Portugal to walk in nature.
      Love life
      WHILE she will only say she is “dating” in her memoir, she revealed that she and team-mate Kelly Smith shared a house.
      The former couple were team-mates in America when they played for the Boston Breakers.
      They were together from 2005 to 2013… Scott said she fell “madly and deeply in love” with Kelly.
      Yet today Scott has not explicitly labelled her sexuality and has said she has been in relationships with both men and women.
      Currently, Scott is in a relationship with musician Jess Glynne.
      The Sun revealed the pair have been secretly dating for two months.
      On Tuesday night, the couple partied alongside David and Victoria Beckham at their exclusive Netflix documentary premiere after-party at The Twenty Two in West London.
      A friend said: “Alex and Jess have been a slow burn and they didn’t want to rush things or go public too soon.
      Scott is dating pop star Jess Glynne The Sun can revealCredit: Rex
      The couple have been dating for two months but recently went officialCredit: Getty
      “But they’re officially an item now and seem really happy. They are both strong, independent women with a shared passion and respect of their respective careers, supporting one another from the sidelines.
      “It’s still early days for them, but they’ve met one another’s mates and everyone is super-happy for them.”
      At the 2022 World Cup, seven European nations announced they were asking their captains not to wear the pro-LGBTQ+ One Love armband.
      Scott wore the armband while reporting on the England vs Iran match on November 21 – despite the threat of sporting sanctions from Fifa.
      High honours
      SHE was appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the 2017 New Year Honours for services to football, taking her mum, grandmother and niece to her investiture at Buckingham Palace.
      Scott is a brand in her own right with paid associations with major names from jewellery brand Pandora to Garnier UK.
      Financial boffins are fuzzy when it comes to her net worth, citing it as somewhere between £1million and £4m.
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      This year she was even awarded an Honorary Fellowship for invaluable contribution to the world of sport, social purpose and inclusion by Queen Mary University of London.
      We reckon we’ll be seeing a lot more of the talented and down-to-earth Scott in the future.
      Scott often steals the show at red carpet eventsCredit: Splash
      Scott has 1.8 million followers on InstagramCredit: Getty More

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      England’s Lionesses squeeze back into school uniforms in photoshoot for BBC Children In Need

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      ENGLAND’S Lionesses squeeze into some old kit for BBC Children In Need.Footie stars Demi Stokes, 31, Leah Williamson, 26, and Chloe Kelly, 25, recreated their school days in clothes like their old uniforms.
      Leah Williamson in her school uniform for Children In Need
      Chloe Kelly in her school uniform for Children In Need
      The trio also wore Pudsey Bear lapel pins to mark the TV fundraiser, which is held next month.
      Earlier this month England’s Lionesses were understood to be seeking around £100,000 each in bonuses had they won the World Cup Down Under.
      After losing 1-0 to Spain in the final, they were willing to accept half that amount.
      According to the Mail, players were set for “crunch talks” with FA chiefs.
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      They claim that players are “aware” of their possible actions and could choose to press on with the “nuclear option” of ceasing all commercial work for the FA.
      It’s even claimed that they could refuse to play until a resolution is reached, although this option has “not yet been directly suggested”.
      England’s pay from the FA is currently negotiated before or after each tournament – although players want more “clarity” moving forward.
      This cash pot comes from prize money and commercial revenue received by the FA for the players’ performances.
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      Prior to the women’s World Cup, the FA imposed commercial restrictions on their own players.
      This was because chiefs were concerned that individual player deals could upset their own.
      Demi Stokes in her school uniform for Children In Need More