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      Alex Scott rocks bold outfit for Women’s World Cup final as fans praise ‘brilliant’ host and make BBC vs ITV decision

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      ALEX SCOTT has delighted fans with her World Cup coverage this summer – and she’s not left them disappointed for the final.The BBC presenter has lit up screens with her charisma and analysis.
      Alex Scott was part of the BBC’s World Cup final coverage
      Scott was alongside Ellen White, Fara Williams and Gabby Logan
      The 38-year-old produced a package about the history of women’s football
      Former Lioness Scott appeared as a pundit alongside ex-England team-mates Ellen White and Fara Williams, with Gabby Logan on hosting duties for the final.
      And England legend Scott rocked a pink and grey blazer for the big one.

      With Laura Woods presenting ITV’s coverage, and former Lionesses Eni Aluko and Karen Carney on pundit duties, fans had a tricky decision to make over which coverage to tune in to.
      But for many, Scott was the deciding factor.
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      One tweeted in reference to Ian Wright apearing as a pundit on ITV: “With some legends Ian but the girls on bbc just edge it this morning @AlexScott @fara_williams47 @GabbyLogan.”
      While a second wrote: “I can’t claim to be hugely interested in the football, but the BBC coverage has made me feel a swell of pride within about 5 minutes.
      “Gabby Logan and Alex Scott are so brilliant at the big occasions.”
      A third gushed: “fara was correct about alex scott’s outfitttt.”
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      And a fourth commented: “alex scott i’m in actual tears i love you.”
      Another added: “The way Alex Scott talks about women’s football is always so impactful, great person to give a platform to.”
      Scott, 38, produced a package on the 50-year history of the women’s game in England.
      Commenting on the piece, one fan tweeted: “Love listening to Alex Scott talk about the women and girls game.
      “The emotion, honesty and passion for the game is there for all to see.”
      Another added: “That Alex Scott package on the 50-year ban on women’s football in England has taken me over the edge a bit, here.”
      Scott has been a star for the BBC during the World CupCredit: BBC
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      Who are commentators on the Women’s World Cup final on BBC and ITV?

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      ENGLAND will take on Spain in the Women’s World Cup final later today in Sydney.The Lionesses are eyeing a historic win in Australia and have the support of the entire nation.
      Alessia Russo scored England’s third in the Lionesses’ 3-1 win against Australia in the semi-finalCredit: GETTY

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      England booked their place in the final with a win over co-hosts Australia in their own backyard.
      Sarina Weigman’s side are hoping for a repeat of Euro 2022 with the Lionesses coming home with the biggest prize in football.
      But whose voices can you hear during the final?
      Who are the BBC and ITV commentators for the Women’s World Cup final?
      The BBC commentators for the Women’s World Cup will be the team of Robyn Cowen, Jonathan Pearce, Vicki Sparks, Conor McNamara and Steven Wyeth.
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      Gabby Logan will be on presenting duties with Alex Scott amongst the team of pundits.
      For ITV, commentary will come from Seb Hutchinson, Sam Matterface, Pien Meulensteen and Tom Gayle.
      Laura Woods will be the lead presenter alongside Seema Jaswal and Michelle Owen.
      Jill Scott, Ian Wright, Karen Carney, Eni Aluko and Emma Hayes are amongst the team of pundits for ITV.
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      How can I watch the Women’s World Cup final?
      The Women’s World Cup final will be broadcast LIVE on both ITV 1 and BBC One.
      ITV 1 will begin their coverage at 9:25am BST on Sunday morning (August 20) and BBC One’s show will start at 9:45am BST.
      The Women’s World Cup final will be available to watch for FREE via the ITVX app/website and the BBC iPlayer app/website, providing you have a valid TV license.
      Alternatively, you can keep up to date with all the action from Sydney by following SunSport’s live blog. More

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      Gary Lineker forced to apologise as fans complain that Match of the Day feature is ‘like a tin can’

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      GARY Lineker was forced to apologise to viewers after Match of the Day was hit with sound problems.The BBC host, 62, presented the show as always on Saturday night.
      Gary Lineker was forced to apologise for the sound quality on Match of the DayCredit: BBC
      But fans were immediately disappointed with the commentary that sounded like it was recorded inside a ‘tin-can’.
      That saw the England legend address the issues in the studio
      “We believe we’ve got one or two problems with the sound,” he told his audience.
      “If that’s the case then we do apologise and we’re working at it as we speak… if you can hear us that is!
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      “Apparently it’s better on iPlayer. If you want to switch that’s up to you but I’m sure we’ll get it resolved as quickly as we can.”
      Although that didn’t stop fans from voicing their disapproval online.
      One wrote: “What is up with the sound on match of the day @BBCMOTD#motd sounds like commentary from inside a tin can.”
      Another posted: “Match of the day sounds a bit robotic tonight.”
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      A third shared: “Is the sound a bit funny on match of the day?”
      Lineker hit the headlines earlier this year when he was taken off TV after a tweet criticising the Conservative Party’s immigration policies.
      That sparked a massive protest amongst his fellow football pundits and Match of the Day staff.
      He was also outspoken about Qatar’s role as World Cup hosts at the end of last year regarding their human rights record.
      After Lineker returned from his brief suspension earlier this year, he then doubled down on his sentiments during an interview with Men’s Health Magazine.
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      He said: “When I sent that tweet, it honestly never even crossed my mind that it would lead to where it went.
      “I’ve worked with refugees’ charities for years. So, when I saw the Suella Braverman film, I said I thought it was pretty awful.
      “Then the ‘stick to football’ people weighed in and I replied to one of them, just saying there was no massive influx, the UK takes far fewer refugees than other European countries, this is a cruel policy, and the language used in the debate reminds us of the debate in Germany in the 1930s. I think that is factually accurate.” More

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      BBC presenter Jessica Ennis-Hill hailed as ‘amazing’ as Team GB legend stuns on World Athletics Championship coverage

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      FANS have been praising Jessica Ennis-Hill as she presented the World Athletics Championship coverage on the BBC. The Team GB legend was helping to present the coverage of the Championships at which she became a three time Heptathlon gold medallist.
      Jessica Ennis-Hill stunned as she presented the World Athletics Championships on the BBCCredit: BBC
      She is a Team GB legend after her gold medal at the London 2012 OlympicsCredit: EPA
      Jessica, who was previously named Britain’s most inspirational sportswoman, won gold at the 2009 Berlin, 2011 Daegu and 2015 Beijing World Championships.
      But it’s no longer her impressive athletics record that people are being wowed by and rather her new found role in presenting.
      One fan took to social media to say: “Jessica Ennis-Hill looking amazing this morning.”
      Another added: “The BBC’s team of commentators is again very good: Michael Johnson, Jessica Ennis-Hill and Denise Lewis”
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      Whilst a third joked about what a pleasure it’d be to work with Jessica and Denise.
      They posted: “Michael Johnson spending nine days sat between Denise Lewis and Jessica Ennis-Hill. Hard life.”
      Fans were impressed by Jessica’s outfit as she sported a pale pink blouse and a pair of white trousers.
      The World Athletics Championships are currently being held in Budapest and run from the 19-27 August.
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      Jessica Ennis-Hill is best known for her incredible Olympic gold medal in the heptathlon during the 2012 Olympic Games in London.
      She also achieved a silver medal in the same event four years later during the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro.
      Jessica Ennis-Hill recently attended Royal AscotCredit: Getty
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      BBC Sport F1 host Jennie Gow ‘delighted and nervous’ as she announces return eight months after terrifying stroke

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      BBC Sport Formula One broadcaster Jennie Gow has described her herself as “delighted and a little nervous” after revealing she is returning to the paddock.Gow, a fan favourite thanks to her exploits on Netflix’s Drive to Survive F1 series, revealed in January she had suffered a “serious stroke”.
      Jennie Gow has announced she will be returning to the F1 paddockCredit: Getty
      Gow revealed she suffered an ‘extremely rare’ strokeCredit: Getty
      But, eight months on from the traumatic ordeal, she has now confirmed she will be making a remarkable comeback at the Dutch Grand Prix at the end of August.
      Taking to Twitter, Gow shared the incredible news with fans.
      She wrote: “I’m delighted (and a little nervous) to say that I will be returning to the F1 circuit for the Dutch GP.
      “It’s been almost eight months since my stroke and I’m still not able to do all the things I could before, but @IMG, @bbc5live and @F1 are going to help me get back into the pit lane to see how I go.
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      “My lovely therapists are supporting me and continue to remind me ‘I’m a work in progress and not the finished article’. So, please bear with me, mind the gaps and wish me luck.”
      In May, Gow appeared alongside her husband, Jamie Coley, in a film on BBC’s The One Show explaining her experience.
      In the short film, she began by recounting her career as an F1 reporter before saying: “But then my life changed dramatically.
      “At 45, I suffered a serious stroke. And I’ve spent the last few months learning to walk, and more significantly, to talk again.
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      Gow reserved special praise for Sky Sports for their support of husband Jamie Coley
      She broke down in tears when recounting her ordeal on The One Show in MayCredit: BBC
      “Just after Christmas I got sick, it wasn’t Covid, but I had a terrible cough and then my husband Jamie found me collapsed in the bathroom.”
      Jamie then revealed the panic which set over him at the time.
      He said: “I was trying to call your name and get you to speak to me and I was just getting nothing back from you. It was the worst moment of my life.”
      Upon hearing his response, Gow could not hold back her emotions and broke down into tears.
      In her return announcement post, she reserved special praise for Sky Sports F1 for the support they provided Jamie with.
      She added: “So many people to thank but at this point, I’ll just say a special thank you to @skysportf1 who have been supportive of my husband and me – I can’t thank them and their generosity enough.
      It’s been almost eight months since my stroke and I’m still not able to do all the things I could before, but @IMG, @bbc5live and @F1 are going to help me get back into the pit lane to see how I go.Jennie Gow@JennieGow/Twitter
      “I can’t wait to be back on your radio. I’ve missed it so much. Speak to you on Thursday!”
      Gow’s daughter, Isabel, was described as a “superstar” by Jamie, with the six-year-old rushing to grab some pillows and put them under her mothers head before passing the phone to him.
      After being rushed to Frimley Park hospital and receiving “very prompt” treatment, Gow later posted a message on social media.
      She wrote: “Hi everyone, been quiet the last few weeks, this is because I suffered a serious stroke two weeks ago.
      “My husband is helping me type this, as I’m finding it hard to write and my speech is most affected.
      “I’m desperate to make a full recovery and return to work but it might take some time.
      Gow is a fan favourite following appearances of Netflix’s Drive to Survive F1 series
      “Thank you to the medical teams at Frimley and St George’s and my family and friends who’ve got me through the last fortnight X.”
      Dr Thomas Pain, one of Gow’s consultants, appeared in the video to explain how her stroke was caused.
      He said: “The majority of strokes are caused by a blockage in a blood vessel which supplies the brain.
      “Your stroke was caused by a clot from the carotid artery, in the neck, a tear in the blood vessel due to coughing and a viral infection you had at the time.
      “That clot flew up the vessel, causing the stroke on the left side of the brain.”
      After being transferred to a specialist unit at St Georges’ in London, Gow had her clot successfully removed before any significant damage was caused.
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      Indeed, prior to the mid-season break – which has seen stars jet off around the globe – Verstappen has won eight races in a row.
      And he will have the chance to extend his streak and equal Sebastian Vettel’s 2013 record of nine at his home Grand Prix next weekend.
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      Seven controversial and awkward moments at the Women’s World Cup from handshake snub to X-rated blast and BBC apology

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      THE Women’s World Cup will come to an end this weekend when England face Spain in a thrilling finale.It has been a tournament to remember, with so many twists and turns, unexpected exits and underdog stories.
      The Women’s World Cup comes to an end this weekendCredit: AP
      But amongst all that there has been some controversial moments.
      From X-rated rants to awkward interviews and even the odd broadcasting gaffe, this summer has had it all.
      So as the curtain starts to fall, SunSport looks back at some of the most bizarre and contentious moments from the last month.
      Handshake snub
      ON the opening day of the Women’s World Cup, Ireland defender Ruesha Littlejohn caused a stir when she refused to shake the hand of Australia winger Caitlin Foord.
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      Littlejohn snubbed a handshake with Foord on the opening dayCredit: ITV
      Fans suggested that the snub may have been motivated by Littlejohn’s split from long-term partner and Ireland captain Katie McCabe.
      They separated after more than seven years together shortly before the World Cup – as confirmed by McCabe on the UK’s Player Tribune.
      McCabe and Foord – who both play for Women’s Super League giants Arsenal – are good friends off the field and went on holiday to Ibiza together prior to the tournament.
      Littlejohn and Foord then clashed late in the match – which ended 1-0 to the Aussies – and the Ireland star had to be restrained by her team-mates.
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      German star gets POTM – despite exit
      ALEXANDRA POPP was far from impressed when she picked up her Player of the Match trophy following Germany’s 1-1 draw with South Korea.
      The shock result saw the European giants crash out of the Women’s World Cup at the group stages.
      Popp looked far from happy after picking up her POTM trophyCredit: Getty
      Despite the circumstances, Popp was named Player of the Match.
      But the devastated star could not have looked less happy when posing with her prize.

      X-rated blast picked up on TV
      IN another group stage gaffe, BBC commentators were forced to apologise after a foul-mouthed rant was overheard on TV during a match between Canada and Australia.
      In the 65th minute of the clash, Canada’s Allysha Chapman used some colourful language after clashing with Hayley Raso.
      Chapman’s foul language was picked up by TV microphones after she clashed with RasoCredit: AP
      She shouted: “She f***ing jumped into me you t***!”
      It prompted BBC commentator Robyn Cowen to swiftly apologise for the language.
      Cowen said: “Apologies there if any language was picked up on the very sensitive pitch-side microphones it seems.”
      Graphic gaffe
      THE BBC dropped an embarrassing clanger ahead of the first Women’s World Cup semi-final on Tuesday.
      Ahead of Spain’s clash with Sweden, the broadcaster somehow completely messed up both line-up graphics.
      The BBC completely messed up the line-up graphicsCredit: Twitter @mj_kane
      Pictures of England stars were used instead of Spain and Sweden playersCredit: Twitter @mj_kane
      For both semi-finalists, the starting XI was shown with the correct player names in the right positions.
      But the BBC used photos of ENGLAND players instead in a hilarious blunder.
      It saw Lauren James’ face used for two-time Ballon d’Or Feminin winner Alexia Putellas and Johanna Rytting Kaneryd while Mary Earps took her place in goal under the names Catalina Coll and Zecira Musovic.
      BBC apologise for ‘inappropriate’ question
      BBC chiefs were forced to apologise after a reporter asked Morocco captain Ghizlane Chebbak an “inappropriate” question during a press conference.
      Chebbak faced the media prior to Morocco’s Women’s World Cup opener against Germany.
      Chebbak was asked an inappropriate question during a press conferenceCredit: Reuters
      During the presser, the forward was asked if there are any gay players in Morocco’s squad.
      A BBC World Service reporter asked: “In Morocco, it’s illegal to have a gay relationship. Do you have any gay players in your squad and what’s life like for them in Morocco?”
      The moderator immediately stepped in, saying: “Sorry, this is a very political question, so we’ll just stick to questions relating to football.”
      Following the incident, a BBC spokesperson told CNN: “We recognise that the question was inappropriate.
      “We had no intention to cause any harm or distress.”
      Rapinoe’s awkward interview
      MEGAN Rapinoe was forced to correct a reporter for an error following the USA’s 0-0 draw with Portugal.
      Reigning champions USA shocked fans by finishing second in Group E – two points behind table-toppers Netherlands.
      Rapinoe was forced to correct a reporter during an interviewCredit: Getty
      The Stars and Stripes confirmed their spot in the knockouts following the draw, but one reporter questioned Rapinoe if she would’ve liked more from the game.
      She responded: “What are you digging for here? I mean of course you want to win every game obviously but ultimately we don’t want to be going home…we’re alright.”
      The reporter then got her facts muddled by suggesting the last time the USA finished second in a group at the Women’s World Cup they still won the tournament.
      However, Rapinoe was quick to correct her, adding: “Japan won in 2011 actually. We did make it to the final but if you want to get to the final you have to get through the group stage I guess…”
      The USA then crashed out of the tournament at the round-of-16 on penalties following a 0-0 draw with Sweden.
      Rapinoe missed her spot kick before Lina Hurtig sent Sweden through in dramatic fashion.
      Spain’s ongoing feud with Vilda
      SPAIN’S successful Women’s World Cup campaign has been marred by an ongoing feud behind the scenes.
      Last September, 18 senior players – including Aitana Bonmati, Ona Batlle and two-time Ballon d’Or winner Alexia Putellas – went on STRIKE and protested a series of issues involving members of the coaching staff as well as the Royal Spanish Football Federation.
      Spain have been embroiled in an ongoing feud with VildaCredit: PA
      Putellas snubbed Vilda and his assistant after being substituted in the semi-finalsCredit: Getty
      Sources told The Athletic that they pointed to a lack of professionalism from the RFEF and complained about the behaviour of certain members of Jorge Vilda’s coaching team.
      Despite claims that Vilda had created a toxic atmosphere among the camp, the RFEF stood by the manager.
      And many fans and players were left angered as a result.
      Despite this, five striking players travelled to the World Cup, while three chose to stay at home.
      Mapi Leon, Patri Guijarro and Claudia Pina all made themselves unavailable for selection for the 23-woman squad.
      And despite their absence, Spain have been able to advance all the way to the final.
      But there is still some friction among the players and the staff.
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      After being substituted in the 57th minute of Spain’s semi-final clash with Sweden, Alexia Putellas completely dismissed Vilda and his assistant coach before taking to the bench.
      Several Spanish stars have also been filmed ignoring the manager on a number of occasions throughout the tournament. More

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      BBC pundit and England legend Ellen White in tears on live TV after England storm into historic Women’s World Cup final

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      ELLEN WHITE was left in tears on live TV after England progressed into the Women’s World Cup final.The Lionesses roared to a 3-1 win over co-hosts Australia to seal a spot against Spain in Sunday’s final.
      Ellen White was left emotional after England’s historic winCredit: BBC
      White is England’s all-time leading goalscorerCredit: Getty
      But she was overcome with emotion as the Lionesses made it to their first World Cup finalCredit: Getty
      Having progressed into England’s first football World Cup final since 1966 and the Women’s first ever final, retired ace White was left emotional by the achievement.
      Appearing as a pundit on the BBC, the Lioness legend watched on as goals from Ella Toone, Lauren Hemp and Alessia Russo fired England into the final.
      And at the final whistle White was overcome with emotion.
      She said: “I have tears in my eyes.
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      “I feel emotional. What this team has done and legacy they have created. To finally say we are in a World Cup final is incredible.”
      White, 34, is no stranger to winning silverware with England, having won the European Championships last year.
      But for England’s record goalscorer, a World Cup final is a new high.
      She was agonisingly close to being in one herself at the 2015 World Cup.
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      Though England could only muster a third-place finish on that occasion.
      Now the countdown is on for the clash against Spain, who like England are in their first World Cup final.
      Fans and pundits alike praised the efforts of the heroic Lionesses.
      SunSport columnist Piers Morgan took to Twitter to declare revenge on the Aussies after the controversial Ashes series.
      He said: “BREAKING: England’s fabulous @Lionesses crush Australia’s wilting Matildas 3-1 in their own back yard to reach the Women’s World Cup Final….
      “…. sweet revenge for the Jonny Bairstow Ashes runout debacle. Congrats ladies – you’ve made your country proud!”
      Fans were in pandemonium across the country as they watched on from pubs, BOXPARK’s and screenings all over.
      Sarina Wiegman hailed her England team in an emotional interview with the BBC, saying: “The way we played… of course it was a hard game but we found a way to win.
      “You’ve been talking about ruthlessness all the time, in this team there is ruthlessness.
      “Whether it’s in attack or defence, we really want to keep the ball out of the net. 
      “We stuck to the plan. I think [Australia have] done an incredible job.
      “They really grew into the tournament. They’ve had some setbacks too… they had to win the last game in the group stage.
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      “As a team they are really tough to play against. Yeah, what a performance. 
      “[On reaching a second World Cup final]. I don’t know. I just said… am I in a little fairytale or something?” More

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      England fans Google Lucy Bronze’s middle name to make sure it’s real after BBC commentator revelation in World Cup clash

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      ENGLAND fans were left shocked after finding out Lucy Bronze’s middle name.Lioness supporters Googled the defender’s name in droves to see if it was real after the revelation.
      Fans had to Google Lucy Bronze’s middle nameCredit: Getty
      During the BBC’s coverage of the Women’s World Cup semi-final against Australia, it was revealed that Bronze’s full name is Lucia Roberta Tough Bronze.
      Fans were amazed to discover that one of her middle names is “Tough” and took to social media to react after the commentator said: “Lucy Bronze. Tough. Literally her middle name.”
      One fan reacted by tweeting: “B*******, searches Lucy Bronze. True! Lucia Roberta Tough Bronze. Amazing. Come on #eng.”
      Another added: “I wish people would stop using ‘literally’ like that. Ah. It really is her middle name. Fair play.”
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      A third supporter also wrote: “I was going to get annoyed but, no, I checked and fair play.”
      Meanwhile, one more commented: “Whole new level of respect for Lucy Bronze having discovered that Tough is literally her middle name.”

      Bronze has lived up to her middle name at the tournament for England.
      The Barcelona star has started all six of the Lionesses matches so far, including Wednesday’s semi-final clash against Australia.
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      Sarina Wiegman’s side reached their first-ever Women’s World Cup final by beating the co-hosts 3-1.
      Ella Toone’s thunderous first half strike put England in front at the break in Sydney before Sam Kerr pegged them back.
      Second half goals from Lauren Hemp and Alessia Russo sealed victory for England, though, setting up a meeting with Spain in Sunday’s final.
      Joyous supporters cheered on their heroes during the match, with Alex Scott and her fellow pundits also celebrating in the studio. More