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      Joey Barton updates — Alex Scott breaks silence on shock rant as former Premier League player slammed by commentators

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      ALEX Scott has broken her silence on Joey Barton’s shock rant about female commentators. Former Manchester City and Newcastle star Barton went into a tirade on X, formerly known as Twitter, claiming women are not qualified to talk about the men’s game.
      His tirade on X included saying that women commentating on men’s football was the same as him “talking about knitting or netball” – and called those who disagreed with him “eunuchs” and “fart parcels”.
      In an Instagram story, Scott and an unknown colleague can be heard laughing about Barton’s comments.
      Read our live blog below for the latest news and updates…
      Bianca Westwood blasts Joey Barton
      Bianca Westwood took to social media to humble Joey Barton after his collection of sexist Twitter tirades.
      She questioned: “Who is qualified to speak on football then? I’ve been watching football for 40 years, my first game at West Ham was before Joey was even born.
      “I’ve been watching hours and hours of football. I worked behind the scenes at Sky for 10 years before I was even given a shot on camera, watching my male colleagues who maybe weren’t as good as I was, getting chances I was never given.
      “I don’t really understand what we need to know, how long we need to work behind the scenes before we are allowed on camera. To be a pundit, the laws are the same. Emma Hayes and Sarina Wiegman can both read the game, are you saying they can’t offer an insight?
      “Sounds like to me that Joey has a problem with particular pundits who haven’t done enough in the game, but how does he know? And how do we quantify that? There’s EFL players who are commentating, co-commentating on Champions League games. So what level – as far as Joey Barton is concerned – do you have to get before you can be an expert on the ‘men’s game’?”
      Piers questions Joey’s qualifications
      Joey Barton has claimed women have no right to comment on men’s football as they have no experience with it.
      Speaking on TalkTV, Piers Morgan pointed out the irony in this statement as he questioned if Joey Barton has any experience in “top-level football”.
      Joey Barton has zero Champions League appearances and never played in a major international competition.
      He also never won a major trophy as a player or manager.
      Who is Joey Barton’s partner Georgia McNeil? 
      Joey Barton and Georgia McNeil were childhood sweethearts.
      Barton married longterm partner McNeil in a lavish ceremony at the Aynhoe Park country estate in Banbury, Oxfordshire.
      The wedding took place on the fifth birthday of their daughter in 2019.
      Though Joey is known for being outspoken on social media, he shares much less about his partner and his private life in the public domain, so there is very little information about his wife available.
      Who is Joey Barton?
      Barton is a former footballer who played for teams including Manchester City, Newcastle, Queens Park Rangers and Rangers.
      Joey started his 15-year playing career with Manchester City in 2002 after going through their youth system, going on to make 150 appearances for the club.
      He then moved to Newcastle in a £5.8million transfer in July 2007, before leaving for QPR in August 2011.
      The midfielder was then put on loan to French side Marseille during the 2012-13 season, then making his way to Burnley for one season — helping the Clarets win promotion to the Premier League.
      Barton made one appearance for England in 2007 — despite criticising some of his fellow teammates.
      Joey also had a dismal six-month stint at Rangers in the Scottish Premiership in 2016.
      Fans defend women in football amid Joey Barton’s sexist rants
      Fans have taken to social media to defend women’s contributions to football amid Joey Barton’s claims they have no place in the game.
      One fan said: “Laura Woods, Kelly Cates, Robyn Cowen , Betty Glover, Eilidh Barbour and Kelly Somers are a few of the best in the game.
      “They know their football, they understand it fully in depth and are extremely knowledgeable and informative to listen to. This tweet is so wrong Joey.”
      Another added: “Who is this clown?”
      Joey Barton’s managerial and punditry career is over due to “sexist” remarks, Sky Sports presenter claims
      Sky Sports broadcasters pitched in to accuse Barton of sexism following his constant posting on Twitter.
      Dougie Critchley wrote: “Remarkable decision to end your top level management career at 41 with a tweet.
      “Condescending, backwards, sexist.”
      Sky Sports presenter Michelle Owen said: “Let’s hope you’re not looking for punditry work if that coaching thing doesn’t work out…”
      Alex Scott laughs of Joey Barton’s anti-woman claims
      Pundit, TV presenter and Champions League winner Alex Scott was also drawn into the saga after Barton claimed she “shouldn’t commentate on the men’s game”, claiming she was not qualified to do so.
      The former England and Arsenal Women’s star laughed off Barton’s comment before an interview with a BBC colleague, with many others slamming his views.
      Joey Barton has zero Champions League appearances.
      Laura Woods hits back at Barton’s sexist rant
      Laura Woods has hit back at Joey Barton after he claimed women should not be allowed to comment on men’s football.
      She tweeted: “Usually avoid these conversations as I don’t like adding more oxygen. But throwing young vloggers to the wolves is wrong.
      “I started my career vlogging and I’ve always got on with Joey. He also sent me a lovely good luck message for TNT in June. Does that make him a eunuch too?🤔
      “Joey’s entitled to his opinion. If he feels that strongly about women in the men’s game he could ask for a private conversation with the broadcasters & state his case.
      “These tweets only encourage a pile on for the women getting on with their jobs. Or was that the intention?”
      Joey Barton makes bizarre claim women in football ‘compromise themselves’
      Joey Barton has been branded “sexist” for a bizarre post he made on Twitter/X today.
      He wrote: “The amount of times in my professional life, I’ve seen women compromise themselves in the Men’s game is ridiculous.
      “I’ve actually lost cost. Female staff sending naked pictures to players.
      “To having full blown affairs and costing people marriages. You would have had to experience it to believe it. It happens all the time.
      “I think it is very dangerous to have Women in certain roles in certain departments in Men’s football because ultimately, as my good friend PK would say, ‘They’re not made of wood lad!’ It’s a recipe for disaster.”
      What did Joey Barton Tweet?
      Barton’s tweeted: “Women shouldn’t be talking with any kind of authority in the men’s game. Come on. Let’s be serious.
      “It’s a completely different game. If you don’t accept that. We will always see things differently.
      “The women’s game is thriving. Fantastic to see.
      “I cannot take a thing they say serious in the men’s arena.”
      Joey Barton slammed by Laura Woods
      Joey Barton has been slammed by TNT Sports presenter Laura Woods over his comments about female pundits.
      Former Manchester City and Newcastle star Barton went into a tirade on X, formerly known as Twitter, claiming women are not qualified to talk about the men’s game.
      His tirade on X included saying that women commentating on men’s football was the same as him “talking about knitting or netball” – and called those who disagreed with him “eunuchs” and “fart parcels”.
      The controversial star’s comments have received a huge backlash after the former Bristol Rovers boss said he does not think women pundits should be allowed to comment on the men’s game. More

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      World Cup FA creep Luis Rubiales ‘forcefully kissed’ Lionesses star Lucy Bronze & ‘cupped & stroked’ Laura Coombs’s face

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      DISGRACED Luis Rubiales “forcefully” kissed Lionesses star Lucy Bronze and “cupped and stroked” the face of Laura Coombs, the head of the FA said. The Spanish FA chief, 46, was banned from football for three years in October after his “inexcusable” behaviour at the 2023 Women’s World Cup final.
      Spanish FA chief Luis Rubiales was banned from football for three years in OctoberCredit: Getty
      England’s Lucy Bronze during the Women’s World Cup final in SydneyCredit: Getty
      Luis Rubiales ‘cupped and stroked’ England’s Laura Coombs’ faceCredit: Getty
      Luis Rubiales embracing FA chair Debbie Hewitt after the finalCredit: Getty
      He kissed Spain’s midfielder Jenni Hermoso without her consent after Spain beat England 1-0 – and was also seen grabbing his crotch while celebrating the win.
      In written evidence to Fifa’s disciplinary committee, FA chair Debbie Hewitt said Rubiales was “unpleasant and unnecessarily aggressive” while waiting in the tunnel for the medal ceremony.
      Hewitt said he initially “shook the hand of every player and touched a few on the arm as they walked past”.
      But he “seemingly forcefully kissed” England defender Lucy Bronze on her face and “cupped and stroked” teammate Laura Coombs’ face, Hewitt said.
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      She told the Fifa committee that she found his behaviour “odd”.
      After he finished greeting the England players, Hewitt said Rubiales “became more boisterous” among the Spanish players.
      “He was tactile with almost all of them, kissing most on the cheek, and giving some multiple kisses in quick succession and holding them very tightly,” she said.
      “He rubbed some on their back, tapped one on her bottom, grabbed some by their arm, lifted several off their feet, and one was hoisted twice.
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      “In most cases, Rubiales initiated the hugs and physical contact. The hugs were reciprocated but the kisses weren’t.
      “It appeared some players moved their heads to avoid the kissing.”
      Hewitt added that there was “no evidence to suggest this kiss was consensual” when Rubiales kissed Hermoso on the lips.
      Rubiales had “brought the Fifa organisation and the World Cup ceremony into disrepute by behaving in such a way on this global state”, she said.
      “He has taken away the focus on what should have been the positive and joyous celebrations of the Spanish team and he has instead stubbornly and repeatedly tried to blame the player,” she said.
      Rubiales told Fifa’s disciplinary committee that Hewitt portraying him as “some sort of creep” is “absolutely disgusting”.
      He said he read the evidence “with absolute dismay”.
      Rubiales claimed he was trying to “comfort” Coombs after she was injured during the match and was wearing a bandage at the time.
      Coombs did not play for England in the final, having been an unused substitute.
      It also emerged the Fifa committee considered tougher sanctions.
      In the written grounds of its decision, it said Rubiales’ behaviour was “inexcusable and unacceptable, especially considering his high rank within the football ecosystem at the time”.
      Rubiales was banned from football for breaching article 13 of Fifa’s disciplinary code, which relates to “offensive behaviour and violations of the principles of fair play”.
      He began his career as a Spanish football official in 2010 and elected as president of the Association of Spanish Footballers.
      He went on to become president of the Spanish Football Federation, a role which he stepped down from in September 2023.
      Rubiales sparked outrage when he kissed Spain’s Hermoso without her consent.
      Striker Hermoso lodged a sexual assault complaint in person at the State Attorney General’s Office following the incident.
      She described the kiss as ”an impulsive, sexist act, out of place and without any type of consent on my part”.
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      The Sun has contacted the FA for comment.
      Luis Rubiales quit over criticism for kissing Spain forward Jenni HermosoCredit: Getty
      Rubiales carrying Spain’s Athenea del Castillo Beivide on his shoulder as they celebrate winning the World CupCredit: AFP More

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      Lionesses close to tears as Olympic dreams dashed by Holland on see-saw night despite thumping Scotland 6-0

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      LAUREN JAMES bagged a deadly double as England hammered Scotland 6-0.But it was not enough to seal the result they needed to top their Women’s Nations League group and keep hopes of Great Britain battling for Paris Olympics football medals alive. 
      Lauren James bagged twice for the LionessesCredit: Getty
      England’s big win wasn’t enough to qualify for the Olympics – with the players left close to tearsCredit: Reuters
      Lucy Bronze and Co were left gutted by the outcomeCredit: Reuters
      Just as the team thought it was mission accomplished as the Lionesses roared to a hefty win, Damaris Egurrola netted the goal that saw them leap back to pole position in group A1 and claim their place in the Women’s Nations League semis.
      It was see-saw night for the visitors. And one that ended with their Olympic hopes crushed.
      Coming into the game England no longer had their bid to top their group and reach the contest semis in their hands, despite beating Holland 3-2 last Friday. 
      At a bitterly cold Hampden Park, Sarina Wiegman’s side had two objectives. 
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      The first was to win their game and the second – to wipe out Holland’s three-goal advantage in the goal difference standings in group A1. 
      The match was a make or break moment in terms of whether they could move closer to clinching an Olympics spot for a Great Britain women’s football team. 
      That or seeing hopes of a British women’s football side battling for medals at the Paris games go up in smoke. 
      And in the dying seconds their hopes were dashed. 
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      The Lionesses and Scotland found themselves in the bizarre predicament of facing each other in a fixture that England needed to win in order to ensure players from both nations (as well Wales) are in with a chance of potentially playing at the Games next summer.
      Wiegman wanted her side to go wild in attack but not erratic. 
      They heeded her call taking a 12th-minute lead with Mead’s perfectly delivered corner-kick headed home by Alex Greenwood. 
      Moments later boos rang out from home fans with Lisa Evans looking to ref for a penalty after colliding with Lucy Bronze in the box but having no joy. 
      Lauren Hemp hit the woodwork at the half hour mark before Claire Emslie flashed the ball across goal in reply 
      And with Holland taking a lead against Belgium at that point the Lionesses now needed three more goals to top their group. 
      James answered their prayers with a 38th minute finish from the edge of the box before curling in a stylish for her second. 
      And Mead made it 4-0 close to half time following James’ cross into the box. 
      The second half saw Fran Kirby get in on the act pouncing on a drag back from Georgia Stanway. 
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      While Holland went 3-0 up through danger woman Lineth Beerensteyn and Egurrola, England came perilously close to conceding with Martha Thomas striking the post. An injury time Lucy Bronze header initially looked to have put the result beyond doubt 
      But then up stepped Egurrola whose finish in Holland saw Team GB’s football  qualifying hopes dashed. 
      Vivianne Miedema and her Dutch team-mates pipped the Lionesses to qualifyCredit: Getty More

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      Government backs Karen Carney women’s football review demands including providing  mental health support for players

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      KAREN CARNEY’S call for standards to be ramped up across women’s football’s top two tiers has been backed by the government.The former Lioness’ recommendations include a move to make both divisions fully professional and for a weekend broadcast slot for the game.
      Making football fully professional across the Women’s Championship is among Karen Carney’s review recommendations backed by the governmentCredit: Getty
      The review also recommends top quality mental healthcare support is provided for players in the women’s game’s top two tiersCredit: PA
      Her calls were included in a report produced as part of a major independent review conducted into the future of the women’s domestic game.
      The review was commissioned following the Lionesses’ winning the European Championship for the first time in their history last summer. 
      Government’s acceptance of its recommendations comes five days after the FA announced the Women’s Super League and Women’s Championship will be run by an independent body from next season.
      The organisation, currently known as NewCo, will be overseen by former investment banker and Nike Executive Nikki Doucet.
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      Proposals for an independent body to govern the WSL were among a number of measures proposed by Carney’s review. 
      Published last July, the independent review also calls for funding for full union representation for players in the top-flight and second tier.
      And at a time when emotional welfare of female players in the domestic game has come under scrutiny, the review has pushed for “gold standard” physical and mental health support provision for players.
      Following the government’s support of her recommendations, Carney said: “I’m encouraged that the government is providing their full backing to my review and renewing their commitment to develop women’s football in the UK and fulfil its potential to be a world-beating sport.
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      “The real work begins now. I hope the additional investment and support from the government is the boost for the FA, the incoming NewCo, and other stakeholders of the game to rally around this once in a lifetime opportunity to transform domestic women’s football,”
      A dedicated broadcast slot for televising women’s weekend fixtures is also among its callsCredit: Getty
      The Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA) and anti-racism organisation Kick it Out welcomed the measures proposed by Carney’s review
      And the PFA insists making women’s football professional across its top two divisions should encompass how players are treated by clubs and their leagues. 
       PFA chief Maheta Molango said: “We’ve always said professional needs to mean more than just a word on a contract.
      “It needs to be reflected in the way players are treated and supported by their clubs and leagues.” More

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      Controversial VAR decisions causing friend and family rows, study finds

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      CONTROVERSIAL VAR decisions are causing friend and family rows, a survey has revealed.One in eight footie fans said they have led to ­friction and fallings-out.
      VAR decisions are causing rows within families and friend groupsCredit: Getty
      In contrast, only one in 12 said decisions by Premier League on-pitch referees led to serious anger.
      The survey found Arsenal fans argue with loved ones the most, with 20 per cent of the Gunners’ supporters bickering about Video Assistant Referee decisions.
      Chelsea, Southampton, Manchester United and Tottenham followed on the list.
      Aston Villa fans had the least rows, with only six per cent having a bust-up after the game.
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      Betting site freebets.com asked 2,000 Premier League fans and found arguments are most often caused by disallowed goals for off side and penalty decisions.
      Spokesman Tim Agnew said: “The positive news is it’s making referees more popular, or at least the ref is no longer getting the brunt of fans’ fury.”
      It comes after the International FA Board last week said it was considering extending existing checks for goals, penalties and red cards to corners, free kicks and yellow cards. More

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      ‘Gutted’ England star Mary Earps in tears and is consoled by team-mates after letting in soft goal in Netherlands win

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      ENGLAND goalkeeper Mary Earps claimed she “let the team down” after making an error during the Lionesses’ 3-2 win over Netherlands on Friday.The World Cup golden glove winner left the pitch in tears at full-time despite England’s late comeback.
      Mary Earps was in tears after the matchCredit: Getty
      The goalkeeper was consoled by Sarina Wiegman and Alessia RussoCredit: Reuters
      Sarina Wiegman’s side had to win the match by at least two goals to keep their Nations League hopes alive and take control at the top of Group A1.
      However, with the team already 1-0 down in the 35th minute, Earps let Lineth Beerensteyn’s shot slip through her gloves and into the net.
      The Lionesses were able to turn the match on its head after half time thanks to goals from Georgia Stanway, Lauren Hemp and Ella Toone.
      But with one game still to play, England’s fate in the competition is now out of their hands.
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      Earps could not hide her disappointment after the match as she was consoled by her team-mates.
      And in a post-match interview with ITV, the goalkeeper admitted that the error will continue to “haunt” her.

      She said: “I’m sorry my performance cost the girls like that.
      “That will haunt me for a long time. I’ve really let the team down today. I’m really gutted.”
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      Earps made an error which led to Netherlands’ second goal in the first halfCredit: Getty
      The Man Utd star was left devastatedCredit: PA
      Earps added: “It could have been a really special night at Wembley. The team were unbelievable.”
      England boss Wiegman responded to the 30-year-old’s comments in her post-match press conference, insisting that it was a team effort.
      The Dutchwoman said: “I don’t want her to talk like that, because you win as a team and lose as a team
      “She didn’t let the team down. Everyone does their best. You only let your team down when you don’t put effort in.”
      Arsenal legend Ian Wright was also quick to defend Earps on ITV.
      He said: “I don’t think she should be beating herself up like she is, she looked really quite distressed there.
      “The fact is on many occasions Mary Earps has saved this team. Unfortunately for her today she made a mistake that yes we needed two goals but we didn’t lose the game.
      “Unfortunately we didn’t get the two goals but at the same time that’s what it’s about. It happens like that and her team has pulled her out of it. You’ve to take it on the chin and move on.”
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      Earps was voted BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year earlier this week, beating Aitana Bonmati, Sam Kerr, Fridolina Rolfo and Alexandra Popp to the prize.
      She also came fifth in the Ballon d’Or rankings – the highest a goalkeeper has placed since the female award was introduced. More

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      Inside Leah Williamson’s glam lifestyle, from sponsorships with Gucci and Nike to friendship with Alex Scott

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      Elegant on the pitch, stylish off it – Leah Williamson is one of football’s leading players and fashionistas.The Arsenal defender became a pop culture icon when she captained the Lionesses to Euros glory in 2022.
      Leah Williamson has become a fashion icon outside of footballCredit: Getty
      England captain Leah famously won the Euros with England in 2022Credit: Rex
      Leah is also a regular in fashion magazines and poses in stylish shootsCredit: PA
      However, a cruel ruptured ACL injury back in April robbed her of the opportunity to lead her country out at the World Cup.
      But now Leah has returned to training and is eyeing a comeback in the new year to spearhead the Gunners’ title challenge in the WSL.
      Since her heroics with the Three Lions, she has become a hot commodity reportedly raking in £4million.
      Her bank balance boosted by deals with Gucci, Nike and Pepsi.
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      While the 26-year-old is also a regular feature on the red carpet, and recently attended the GQ Men of the Year Awards with pals Alex Scott, Chloe Kelly, and Mary Earps.

      She’s kind of a big deal
      Although Arsenal and WSL fans would have known her stock, Williamson’s grew during the Lionesses Euro 2022 campaign..
      With the North London giants, she is said to earn around £150,000-per-year.
      But it’s in sponsorships where she has well and truly prospered.
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      Since her coming of age moment two summers ago, fashion house Gucci have signed her up as an ambassador, Pepsi made her front and centre of their ad campaigns, while Nike utilised her athletic frame to model their fashionable garments and Dyson have utilise her too.
      Alongside the likes of KSI, Anthony Joshua, Jude Bellingham, and Trent Alexander-Arnold she has also appeared in JD Sports photoshoots – showing off their streetwear collections.
      Arsenal also ensure she’s front and centre of any new clothing and kit launches they have.
      Because of this, Leah has well and truly become a figure of fashion.
      Magazines like Vogue, GQ and Elle have featured her in fancy fashion shoots.
      Experts have commented on her outfits as combining femininity with masculinity.
      She told Elle: “In the industry I work in, women have had a lot of oppression. So, I don’t like to stick to the status quo or the norm with my clothes. I like to step out of that, and that’s where embracing that masculine side of dress comes from.
      “I just think it’s a good way to kind of stick your fingers up at everybody else, and say this is what I want to wear and I’m going to wear it.”
      Leah features in an ad campaign for ArsenalCredit: Instagram
      Glam fashion shoots are the norm for LeahCredit: Instagram
      Leah has been credited with mixing masculinity with femininity with her styleCredit: PA
      Stylish Leah always cuts a dazzling figure on the red carpetCredit: Getty
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      Music drives her agenda
      For every game she plays, music fan Leah makes a playlist.
      Whether it’s for Arsenal or England, she makes sure the kit man has it and the music she chooses features in the dressing room.
      It’s the perfect way to connect with her teammates and remember moments in her career.
      “I love how music makes people feel, and how you can connect with people – most conversations I have with the girls come off the back of music,” she told GQ.
      “I like it because when you think back to key moments, you always remember the music that was playing.”
      ABBA’s Does Your Mother Know was a particular favourite during the Euros.
      “It’s become a massive song for us,” she recalled.
      Music is an important aspect of Leah’s life
      Leah regularly draws up playlists for her teammates and has a sponsorship with Dyson – sporting their headphones in this ad

      “We played it before one of the warm-up games and Ella Toone, for whatever reason, went a bit crazy for it. She went out and scored, and then afterwards she was like, ‘Can we have that before every game?’ I went, ‘Yeah! You continue to score, I’ll play what you want.'”
      Comparing them both, she said: “Nothing makes me feel the way football or music do. But you choose which song you want to put on… football is out of your control.”
      On her travels
      When she can, Leah makes the best time of the off season by going on swanky holidays.
      Back in June, she was joined by fellow Lionesses star Keira Walsh for a trip to Ibiza.
      The pair wore matching black bikinis in snaps shared on Instagram, as they showed off their bronzed bodies.
      They also hired a yacht and partied at a luxury beach club.
      The Balearic island seems to be Leah’s favourite place to visit.
      She was also there a year earlier with teammate Beth Mead, where they enjoyed posh dinner at STK – chowing down on steak and truffle fries.
      The next night, Leah was seen at club Ushuaia where she was spotted dancing wearing a bucket hat and jeans.
      Leah shows off her amazing bikini body on board a yacht in IbizaCredit: Instagram
      Keira Walsh and Leah enjoyed the trip to the Balearic island together
      Leah enjoyed a meal at STK Ibiza in 2022Credit: Splash
      Leah speaking at the UN General Assembly
      In August, she visited Za’atari in Jordan, the world’s largest Syrian refugee camp.
      A month later, she addressed the United Nations’ General Assembly in New York and made a plea to challenge gender stereotypes and level the playing field for girls around the world.
      ‘You’re my best friend’
      Although she holds many friends in the game, it’s BBC Sport presenter Alex Scott who seems to be her closest pal.
      The pair are inseparable, whether it’s going on holidays together or attending the same events and posing for the cameras.
      It is believed they have been friends for around three years, after meeting on the women’s football circuit.
      Together they attended the Brit Awards, GQ Men of the Year Awards, and the Virgin Atlantic Attitude Awards, where they were joined by Scott’s girlfriend Jess Glynne.
      And Alex isn’t afraid of making fun of her pal, in a light-hearted moment that showed how close the pair are.
      At half-time during Arsenal’s WSL match against Aston Villa, she interviewed Leah and cheekily encouraged her to share a funny story about a visit to receive her OBE at Windsor Castle.
      Alex began: “Is this where I can tell everyone at home? Actually, you can actually. What went on with the outfit?”
      Mary Earps, Leah Williamson, Alex Scott and Chloe Kelly attend the GQ Men of the Year Awards earlier this monthCredit: Getty
      Leah and Alex Scott are firm friends off the pitchCredit: Rex
      Alex revealed of an embarrassing wardrobe malfunction Leah suffered collecting her OBE at Windsor CastleCredit: Getty
      Initially, Leah admitted to being able to cover up a split in her trousers. However, she soon went further with the truth.
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      “The outfit, yeah, my trousers split,” she said, adding: “I received my OBE not in my best form, but no one knew about it until you just told the whole world, so thanks.”
      A laughing Scott replied: “I had to tell everyone, I had to tell everyone!” More

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      England 3 Netherlands 2: Lionesses keep Olympic hopes alive with last gasp Ella Toone strike after heroic comeback

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      ELLA TOONE helped England mount a miraculous comeback after a first half disaster against Holland in the Women’s Nations LeagueThe Man Utd star’s dramatic Wembley winner in a 3-2 comeback victory saved her side’s bacon and helped keep Team GB’s Olympic qualifying dreams alive.
      Toone’s late goal has kept England’s hopes aliveCredit: Rex
      On her 50th appearance Toone’s pal Lauren Hemp gave Sarina Wiegman’s side a glimmer of hope of maintaining their chance of reaching the games in  Paris. 
      And it came after a first half that went pear-shaped for the World Cup finalists. 
      England started brightly with Lauren James heading over in the third minute. 
      Later the Chelsea ace drove through the middle and fed Hemp the ball with the in-form Lioness firing wide of Daphnne van Domselaar’s goals. 
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      The past few Women’s Nations League games have seen the Lionesses wobble with their results under Sarina Wiegman, following a ruthless winning run that saw a number of big-hitting rivals dispatched.
      And after a strong start it was backs against the wall time for her side when they went behind against the run of play. 
      Holland had just two shots on target in the first spell 
      And they used those to punish England’s defensive issues in the game. 
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      Toone ran back to put the ball on the spot in order for England to try and run up the scorelineCredit: Rex
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      A superbly weighted ball from Victoria Pelova was dropped neatly into the path of Holland striker Lineth Beerensteyn. 
      And she bamboozled Jess Carter with the defender colliding with  Lucy Bronze before Beerensteyn rifled in a 12th minute opener prompting jeers from the crowd.
      The visitors doubled their lead after a calamitous moment at the back for the hosts in the 35th minute.
      A ball bounced into the penalty box with the defence failing to clear 
      And Beerensteyn’s hit a tame shot that trickled past the glove of Mary Earps and into goal. 
      The second half saw the hosts ring the changes with Beth Mead making her first England appearance since last November replacing Chloe Kelly. 
      They pulled a goal back with Georgia Stanway’s header before Hemp sent the crowd into delirium with a curled effort at the post seconds later. 
      And Toone completed a dream comeback bagging an injury-time winner that gives England hope of sealing an Olympic spot for Team GB. More