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      Fans blast BBC and ITV as they cut away and talk through Women’s World Cup closing ceremony

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      FANS were left fuming as both the BBC and ITV opted not to show the Women’s World Cup’s closing ceremony.The tournament wraps up today with England taking on Spain for ultimate glory.
      The BBC opted to talk over the closing ceremonyCredit: BBC
      ITV also decided not to focus on the closing ceremonyCredit: ITV
      There was a spectacular closing ceremony at Stadium AustraliaCredit: Getty
      Fans were unable to watch the ceremony in full on BBC One or ITVCredit: Getty
      As is customary, there was an official closing ceremony in front of a packed stadium pre-game.
      But both channels showing the match in the UK opted not to show it in full.

      One fan tweeted: “Great start, BBC talking over the final ceremony and ITV not even showing it.”
      And a second wrote: “Why is ITV so behind, BBC isn’t showing the closing ceremony how odd.”
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      A third blasted: “BBC talking over the closing ceremony. ITV not even showing it. Bit disrespectful.”
      Another fumed: “@GabbyLogan @AlexScott so ignorant. The closing ceremony is on and you both continue to talk over it.
      “@BBCSport why would you leave the closing ceremony and go to the zoo. The ceremony is what we would be watching if it was a men’s World Cup or olympics.”
      The closing ceremony was available to watch in full on BBC iPlayer.
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      But on BBC One, they decided to talk over it, instead continuing their pre-match build-up.
      Coverage of the tournament has generally been well received in the UK.
      Most fans have loved Alex Scott’s punditry on the BBC.
      While ITV’s Laura Woods is one of the most popular presenters in the country.
      England’s hearts were broken however as they lost the final 1-0.
      Olga Carmona scored the only goal of the game in the 29th minute.
      Sadly England couldn’t fight back despite Mary Earps’ dramatic penalty save in the second half.

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      Fans in the stadium were able to enjoy live musicCredit: AFP More

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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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      Laura Woods leaves fans stunned with bold outfit for ITV coverage of Women’s World Cup final as they call her ‘gorgeous’

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      LAURA WOODS’ outfit for England’s World Cup final against Spain has left fans stunned with her followers on Twitter labelling her “gorgeous”.Woods has been a regular on fans’ screens throughout the tournament as ITV’s lead presenter.
      Laura Woods leads today’s coverage alongside Eni Aluko and Karen CarneyCredit: ITV
      England’s women have the chance to win their first World Cup since 1966Credit: ITV
      Woods opted for an all pink outfitCredit: Twitter @laura_woodsy
      And she made sure to mark the occasion of England’s first World Cup final since 1966 with a bold all pink outfit.
      She opted to pair a pink blouse with a matching skirt for her coverage of the game this morning.
      After posting her outfit on Twitter, fans were quick to shower the presenter with compliments.
      One fan wrote: “Was just thinking which channel to choose, not anymore.”
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      Another wrote: “Looking good Laura.”
      A third added: “Looking gorgeous Laura.”
      A fourth was optimistic ahead of the final, and wrote: “Woodsy you are going to witness a World Cup Final win that will go down in history for England what a day this is going to be.”
      England’s hearts were broken however as they lost the final 1-0.
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      Olga Carmona scored the only goal of the game in the 29th minute.
      Sadly England couldn’t fight back despite Mary Earps’ dramatic penalty save in the second half.

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      Laura Woods left stunned after creating self-portrait of herself.. using WEETABIX and fruit

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      LAURA WOODS has taken up a new hobby in the world of arts and crafts.The fan-favourite sports presenter has created her own self-portrait with the most unusual of tools.
      Laura Woods created her own Weetabix self-portraitCredit: instagram @laurawoodsy
      The presenter joked that it would only be loved by her motherCredit: instagram @laurawoodsy
      Woods has been working for ITV sport this summerCredit: Getty
      The former talkSPORT host is presenting the Women’s World Cup matchesCredit: Getty
      While working with just Weetabix and fruit pieces, Woods, 36, managed to create a self-portrait out of the ingredients.
      In the video she says: “I’m working with Weetabix and ITV Sport today and they have given me all this fruit to really just make it look as much like me as physically possible.
      “So wish me luck.”
      Once starting the challenge Woods pops pieces of mango around the Weetabix biscuit to mimic her blonde hair and then opts for blueberries for the eyes.
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      She then makes the lips out of a cut raspberry to copy her “lipstick”.
      After completing the cereal portrait, she adds: “Only a face a mother could really love.
      “But I’m actually quite impressed with that. Well this is my Weetabix portrait.”
      Woods shared the clips of her creation on her Instagram story where she is followed by 718k followers.
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      The former talkSPORT host has been working for ITV this summer providing coverage for the Women’s World Cup.
      Woods had been hailed as “perfect” as she rocked a striking outfit in the studio during the Lionesses’ clash with Colombia.
      She has also joined TNT Sports this summer following their rebranding from BT Sport.
      The broadcaster’s Champions League coverage will be hosted by Woods, who has taken over from Jake Humphreys.
      In turn, Woods has been replaced on talkSPORT’s breakfast show by Jeff Stelling, who has signed up afer 25 years with Sky Sports.
      Woods has taken up a new gig at TNT SportsCredit: C1 Media
      Laura left talkSPORT earlier this yearCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy
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      Man Utd legend Roy Keane had row with woman at Neil Diamond concert for singing along to Sweet Caroline

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      MARK POUGATCH has recalled the incredible moment that saw Roy Keane admit to getting into a row at a Neil Diamond concert.The experienced broadcaster, 55, worked alongside Keane for ITV Sport.
      Roy Keane took no prisoners at a Neil Diamond concertCredit: twitter @itvfootball
      Mark Pougatch fondly told the story on a recent podcast appearanceCredit: twitter @itvfootball
      Keane likes watching singer Neil Diamond perform, but can still get wound upCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      Pougatch presented the channel’s coverage of Euro 2020, alongside pundits Keane, Ian Wright and Gary Neville.
      As England made their run to the final, Diamond’s “Sweet Caroline” swept the nation – being gleefully belted out by fans across the country.
      Discussing the phenomenon, the Manchester United legend made a surprising admission live on air.
      Harking back to the amazing moment while appearing on the Life Goals podcast, Pougatch said: “What was really fun was, as the crowd started singing Sweet Caroline, Wrighty was singing it.
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      “Then suddenly out of nowhere, Gary Neville says, ‘Roy, you like Neil Diamond’.
      “And Roy goes, ‘Yeah I went to a Neil Diamond concert – I had a row with the woman next door to me because she was repeating all the lyrics.’
      “I’m like, ‘Roy, you can’t have a row with someone at a Neil Diamond concert, for Christ’s sake!'”
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      Keane, 52, was in typically good form on Sky Sports Super Sunday alongside fellow pundits Micah Richards and Daniel Sturridge yesterday.
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      The Irishman’s facial expression had fans in stitches as Sturridge said “keep it funky with ya boy”.
      While he also rolled his eyes when the former Liverpool and Chelsea striker did an impression of him.
      He then told Mo Salah to “sit down and shut up” after the Reds star threw a tantrum.
      While he also struggled to keep a straight face as Sturridge launched into an incredible rendition of Usher’s Nice & Slow.
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      Cheeky Laura Woods shares rude picture as she ‘amuses’ herself at home with new label maker

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      LAURA WOODS has kept herself “amused” during breaks in World Cup games by sharing rude picture of herself using her new label maker.The presenter entertained herself at home with the product as she took a break from the Women’s World Cup Down Under.
      Laura Woods amused herself with her new label makerCredit: Getty
      Woods shared a snap of a rude label she madeCredit: Instagram
      Woods made several cheeky labels at homeCredit: Instagram
      Woods has been fronting ITV’s coverage of the tournament, with England through to the semi-finals against hosts Australia on Wednesday.
      After hosting the broadcast of Saturday’s win against Colombia, Woods relaxed at home with a friend on Sunday.
      She shared a series of videos and pictures to Instagram as she played with her new label maker.
      One rude snap showed she had printed out a label reading “d***” and stuck it on to a candle.
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      Alongside the post, Woods wrote: “Very amusing so far,” along with an aubergine emoji.
      She also made another label that said: “You’re a melt.”
      The pair later enjoyed cocktails, with Woods posting a snap of their drinks and writing: “Casa Woods.”
      Her chilled evening came after she had fronted ITV’s coverage of the Lionesses’ 2-1 win over Colombia.
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      Woods has been hosting ITV’s coverage of the Women’s World CupCredit: Getty
      Woods is a fan-favourite football presenterCredit: ITV
      Woods had been hailed as “perfect” as she rocked a striking outfit in the studio during the match.
      She has also joined TNT Sports this summer following their rebranding from BT Sport.
      The broadcaster’s Champions League coverage will be hosted by Woods, who has taken over from Jake Humphreys.
      In turn, Woods has been replaced on talkSPORT’s breakfast show by Jeff Stelling, who has signed up afer 25 years with Sky Sports.
      Woods rocked a striking outfit as she hosted England’s latest winCredit: ITV
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      Laura Woods rocks striking outfit for ITV’s World Cup coverage as fans says she’s ‘dictionary definition of perfection’

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      LAURA WOODS was labelled “perfection” as she rocked a striking outfit while fronting ITV’s Women’s World Cup coverage on Saturday morning.The 36-year-old was on the big screen for England’s quarter-final clash with Colombia.
      Laura Woods rocked a striking outfit as fans says she’s the ‘dictionary definition of perfection’Credit: ITV
      The much-loved star is fronting ITV’s Women’s World Cup coverageCredit: Getty
      She got viewers talking with her pink and white outfit in midweekCredit: ITV
      And she stole the show before England’s clash with Colombia in this pink numberCredit: ITV
      And just like over the past week when fans were left swooning over Woods as she sat down to present the coverage of USA’s shock defeat to Sweden and Colombia’s win over Jamaica, it was her that got the viewers talking again.
      The former talkSPORT host wore a pink number for her latest outing on the tele.
      And her legion of fans were quick to hit Twitter to shower her with compliments.
      One tweeted: “Ngl could get very used to football coverage presented by Laura Woods & Katie Shanahan tbh.”
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      Another commented: “Classy Laura Woods classy.”
      “If you looked up perfection in the dictionary you would find a picture of Laura Woods,” tweeted another.
      While a fellow admirer added: “What a women.”
      Woods returned to screens for the World Cup after a well-earned summer off.
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      The Arsenal fan made time to attend Glastonbury festival, Wimbledon and Ascot.
      That wasafter she stepped down from her role as breakfast show presenter on TalkSPORT.
      Woods is set to become a mainstay on fans’ screens on Champions League nights as well as she moves to the re-branded TNT Sports.
      Woods has already attracted plenty of praise throughout the tournament so farCredit: ITV
      She left talkSPORT earlier this year and will be joining TNT SportsCredit: REX More