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      Lionesses stun in see-through dresses as England World Cup stars and Alex Scott pose up a storm at GQ awards

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      ALEX SCOTT and the Lionesses went see-through for GQ as their awards-do outfits met with a chorus of approval at the Royal Opera House.Fans rated presenter Scott, Manchester City’s Chloe Kelly and Arsenal ace Leah Williamson a sheer delight on the night as England’s World Cup stars gathered for the magazine’s top event.
      Awesome foursome Mary Earps, Leah Williamson, Alex Scott and Chloe Kelly turn on the glitz for the magazine awards in LondonCredit: Getty
      Alex Scott was a star of the silver sheen in this daring outfitCredit: Getty
      Leah Williamson wore a two-tone dress at the Royal Opera HouseCredit: Getty
      Lionesses’ hero keeper Mary Earps wore a flight green dress as the foursome posed on the red carpet at the star-studded evening.
      Earps saved a penalty in the Women’s World Cup final in Sydney three months ago but was unable to prevent Spain winning 1-0.
      And the Manchester United stalwart was spot on again at the GQ Men of the Year Awards in London.
      Spain attacker Jenni Hermoso was also in attendance as the Royal Opera House swapped songs for gongs.
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      It follows Earps voicing her “disappointment” earlier this week at the World Cup being overshadowed by the scandal of Spanish football chief Luis Rubiales kissing Hermoso.
      The stopper’s high-collared dress contrasted with the more revealing outfits of her three colleagues in one of the event’s most dazzling pics.
      Ex-Arsenal defender Scott, 39, went without a bra as she wore the most daring outfit, a gown as silvery as Christmassy but as thin as a goal-net.
      Williamson, 26, came in a short black dress showing off much of her body.
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      And Kelly opted for a hint of Halloween, albeit a fortnight late.
      The 25-year-old’s sophisticated black outfit mixed sparkly detail with a see-through skirt and high heels.
      Ex-England forward turned BBC presenter Gary Lineker, Wrexham frontman Paul Mullin and world heptathlon champion Katarina Johnson-Thompson were among  the sporting names honoured.
      Johnson-Thompson appeared in an elegant chiffon dress, every bit a match for the outfits of the footballing fraternity.
      There’s nothing like putting a Kat amongst the… Lionesses.
      Katarina Johnson-Thompson looked graceful in this dressCredit: Rex More

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      Millie Bright warns Chelsea will stay focused as Emma Hayes is announced as US Women’s team boss

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      EMMA HAYES has been announced as USA Women’s team head coach weeks after being linked with one of football’s most coveted jobs. Confirmation of her appointment comes one night before her Chelsea side face Real Madrid in their Champions League opener. 
      Emma Hayes will take charge of the USA’s Women’s national side two months before the July 24 start of the 2024 OlympicsCredit: PA
      Hayes’ appointment to one of the top international coaching jobs in the women’s game will follow her trophy-laden 12-year spell as Chelsea bossCredit: Reuters
      The US Soccer Federation’s appointment of Hayes comes three months after the USA endured a shock last-16 exit from this year’s Women’s World CupCredit: Getty
      Hayes was announced as the USA Women’s a day before Chelsea’s first group stage game in this term’s Women’s Champions LeagueCredit: Getty
      Her move will see her become the highest paid coach in women’s football
      Blues captain Millie Bright jokingly warned she could get a verbal “battering” from Hayes if she and her team-mates become distracted by her impending departure.
      Bright, face Madrid in the contest’s group stages, said: “Knowing Emma, she wants us to do everything the same regardless of her departure. 
      “That’s the mentality and the values that she’s installed in all of us as players and at the club.

      “For us, everything remains the same. If we act any differently, I’m sure I’d get a battering from her! 
      “We know we have to be focused and that it’s game-by-game. 
      “We’ve got to go out there and perform first and foremost, and don’t look too far ahead. Just stay in our lane.”
      On Tuesday evening USA Soccer unveiled Hayes as the new boss of their four-time Women’s World Cup-winning side.
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      The news comes ten days after Chelsea announced the long-serving coach will leave the club after 12 years at the helm of the WSL title-holders. 
      Of her appointment, Hayes, 47, said: “This is a huge honour to be given the opportunity to coach the most incredible team in world football history 
      “The feelings and connection I have for this team and for this country run deep. 
      “I’ve dreamed about coaching the USA for a long time so to get this opportunity is a dream come true. 
      “I know there is work to do to achieve our goals of winning consistently at the highest levels. 
      “To get there, it will require dedication, devotion and collaboration from the players, staff and everyone at the U.S. Soccer Federation.!
      Hayes is set to take charge of the USA Women’s team two months before the July 24 start of the 2024 Paris Olympics. 
      The Blues chief, who leaves Chelsea at the end of next season, has so far led her current team to six Women’s Super League titles, six FA Cup triumphs and two League Cup wins. 
      And she also guided the WSL giants to five league and cup double wins and their first Champions League final in 2021. 
      Hayes appointment will see her undertake her third coaching role in the USA. 
      Her last job across the pond was as manager of US top-flight women’s side Chicago Red Stars for two years from 2008 to 2010.
      US Soccer Cindy Parlow Cone said: “Emma is a fantastic leader and world class coach who sets high standards for herself and for everyone around her.
      “She has tremendous energy and an insatiable will to win.
      “Her experience in the USA, her understanding of our soccer landscape and her appreciation of what it means to coach this team makes her a natural fit for this role.”
      Former Arsenal boss Joe Montemurro, OL Reign gaffer Laura Harvey and Australia Women’s manager Tony Gustavsson are reported to have been among the other candidates for the job. 
      Trinity Rodman and Sophia Smith are among the young USA stars Hayes will be coaching in her new roleCredit: Getty
      Hayes’ appointment comes three months after Vlatko Andovoski resigned as USA Women’s boss two weeks after they were knocked out in the last 16 of the [World CupCredit: AP
      Hayes’ coaching credentials and ability to motivate players and staff are said to have been among the key factors that led to her appointment. 

      US Soccer Sporting Director Matt Crocker said: “Her passion for the game, her coaching acumen, her ability to galvanize players and staff, her dedication to continue to evolve as a coach and her qualities as a person are all incredibly impressive.”
      “She has a great appreciation for the legacy of this programme and embraces the big challenges ahead.” More

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      Jill Scott hails ‘full circle moment’ after WSL Hall of Fame induction alongside Ellen White and Anita Asante

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      JILL SCOTT has lifted FA Cups, a league title and made history by helping Lionesses win the Women’s Euros for the first time ever.However, the retired Lioness, 36 reveals it was her brief loan stint at Aston Villa that turned her mother into a huge Women’s Super League fan.
      Jill Scott’s induction into the WSL Hall of Fame comes 15 months after she helped England win the Euros last August before hanging up her bootsCredit: Getty
      Scott joins several Women’s Super League trailblazers honoured for their contribution to the game
      Scott’s post-playing career has seen her regular feature as a football pundit on TVCredit: Kenny Ramsay
      The former midfielder, who began her 18-year playing career at Sunderland before spells at Everton, Manchester City and Villa is someone who has become synonymous with the WSL.  
      Before winning the Euros, Scott joined Villa on loan from Man City in January last year.
      And last night saw her, Ellen White and Anita Asante become the league’s latest Barclays WSL Hall of Fame inductees.
      Scott said: “My mum actually loves following Villa, because of my time there.

      “She is a really big fan of Carla and the team.
      “She knows how much I enjoyed my time there so she’s always looking out for their results and, with Jordan Nobbs, and Lucy Staniforth going there as well.
      “The fact that she works her weekend around the game at times is just great, really.
      “Going back however many years, she would not have even known that games were happening, and she wouldn’t have had access to watch them.
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      “It goes to show that if we keep putting this amazing product out there, there is an audience who wants to follow this ever-growing game.”
      Last August saw Scott, who made 175 WSL appearances, retire after helping Sarina Wiegman’s England become European Champions at Wembley by beating Germany.
      A memorable expletive rant (for which she later apologised) during the final in reaction to a heavy challenge during the Lionesses’ historic win that day may have seen her go viral.
      But for many WSL fans, and in particular Man City supporters, it’s Scott’s performances on the pitch for which she is remembered most for.
      Performances which saw her win four FA Cups, four league cups and a WSL title before joining Kelly Smith, Karen Carney, Eni Aluko, Fara Williams and Rachel Yankey in the Hall of Fame.
      Scott adds: “I hope it represents that for any young girl out there, you might not be the best player on your team, you might not be the most talented; but with hard work and if you want something so badly you have to dedicate every day of your life to it.
      “If I look at my early days of playing with Fara, then when I look at Keira Walsh, Lauren Hemp, Steph Houghton all these players, I think they made me look half decent at times!”
      To date the only football manager included in the Hall of Fame’s inductees is Emma Hayes who has guided Chelsea six WSL title wins.
      The Blues chief will leave her current role at the end of this season after 11 years at the helm amid links with the USA Women’s national team manager’s role.
      Scott said: “Emma has had a fantastic time with Chelsea in terms of where they were to where they are now. 
      “I don’t think it’s been confirmed yet where she’s going next.
      “I know every single player that I’ve talked to who has played for Emma, says that her emotional intelligence and how she gets the best out of the players is just on another level.
      “It’s sad for the WSL that we’re going to be losing one of the best managers – well definitely the most successful -manager to ever manage in it.
      “I’m excited for her next challenge.”
      Scott’s playing days involved being part of the crop of female footballers who featured in the WSL in its debut season.
      Players who contributed to its formation prior the division’s first game played 13 years ago with Arsenal beating Chelsea 1-0 at the home of non-league men’s side Tooting and Mitcham.
      The former Lioness, who is among the WSL’s highest appearance makers, hopes to pass the baton on to the league’s next generation and girls aspiring to build careers in the game.
      Her Hall of Fame induction comes nine months after the opening of a pitch named after her in Jarrow, South Tyneside
      Scott said: “You see the legacy that you do get to leave, the opportunity to open a football pitch which is going to give girls and women’s football the priority to make sure that they have good facilities.
      “The fact that we get that on the back of knowing at the beginning of the WSL that we needed better facilities so that you’re helping that next generation, it’s kind of a full circle moment.”
      Lioness heroines Anita Asante and Ellen White have also been inducted into the WSL’s Hall of Fame
       “For Anita, Ellen and for me to get this recognition, I’m sure the girls are just equally as excited as me.
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      “I hope we showed how much it meant to play for our club, no matter who that was.
      “It kind of shows all that hard work that put in and hopefully, people see that we always tried to represent our clubs in in the best way possible right till the end.” More

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      Football legend breaks down in tears on pitch as final game ends in heartbreak after horror injury just three minutes in

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      MEGAN RAPINOE suffered a devastating injury during her last-ever football match.The US Women’s national team legend started for OL Reign in the NWSL Championship final on Saturday.
      Megan Rapinoe suffered an Achilles injury during her final matchCredit: Getty
      She suffered the injury just three minutes into the gameCredit: AFP
      Rapinoe received a standing ovation from both sets of fans while walking off the pitchCredit: Getty
      However, just three minutes into the match against Gotham FC she went to ground off the ball with an Achilles issue.
      After receiving treatment from the medical team she limped off the pitch in tears to a standing ovation from both sets of fans.
      Fans took to social media to react to the heartbreaking incident, with one person writing: “Worst way for a legend of the game to go out 😔.”
      Another added: “Regardless of what you think of Rapinoe, it’s a shame to see a player of her stature, talent, and impact lose the chance to play to the final whistle.”
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      While a third said: “I’m heartbroken to see her go off her final career game with an injury like this. She’s a true legend. Thank you, Pinoe.”
      Gotham went on to win the match 2-1 thanks to goals from Lynn Williams and Esther Gonzalez.
      Discussing her devastating injury at full-time, Rapinoe said: “It felt like just a huge pop. The worst possible outcome.
      “I just thought, ‘Thank God I have like a f***ing deep well of sense of humour’.
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      “But yeah, I mean, just obviously devastating to go out in the final so early.
      “I wasn’t overly emotional about it. I mean, I just f***ing yeeted my Achilles in the sixth minute in my last game ever, in the literal championship final.”
      Rapinoe is considered one of the USWNT’s greatest-ever players.
      She scored 63 goals in 203 appearances for her national team and won the World Cup twice.
      She also won the Ballon d’Or back in 2019.
      The 38-year-old announced her plans to retire from football before the start of the Women’s World Cup in July.
      She tweeted: “It is with a deep sense of peace & gratitude that I have decided this will be my final season playing this beautiful game.
      “I never could have imagined the ways in which soccer would shape & change my life forever.”
      Rapinoe played for seven different clubs throughout her professional career, including Chicago Red Stars, Seattle Sounders and Olympique Lyonnais. More

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      Manchester City boss Taylor hopeful of improved broadcast rights deal for WSL and Women’s Championship

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      GARETH TAYLOR says the sky is the limit to push for an increased broadcast deal for the Women’s Super League and Championship. The Manchester City boss spoke after the women’s top tier in the USA secured a record TV rights deal worth $240million, 40 times more than the existing one. 
      Gareth Taylor hopes to see an improved broadcast deal for the WSL and Women’s ChampionshipCredit: Getty
      The National Women’s Soccer League’s new broadcast rights deal will see NWSL fixtures in the USA shown on CBS Sports, ESPN, Prime Video and Scripps Sports from 2024Credit: Getty
      That four-year agreement, announced on Thursday, will start in 2024 and is thought to be the largest agreed by a women’s sport league to date.
      National Women’s Soccer League games will be aired on CBS Sports, ESPN, Prime Video and Scripps Sports. 
      WSL and Women’s Championship are also after a higher price for the combined broadcast rights contract, according to Telegraph Sport.  
      The WSL’s existing TV deal with Sky Sports and the BBC, which finishes at the end of this term, is worth around £8m per year. 
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      On his hopes for the WSL’s new deal following the NWSL’s announcement, Taylor said: “It’s (women’s football coverage) has moved on significantly.
      “How much further (can it go), the sky’s the limit, really and also in regard to getting appropriate kick-off times so that supporters are able to watch their clubs men’s and women’s teams. 
      “That’s been really difficult because it’s a really tight calendar and they’re on a tight turnaround. 
      “That being said, I think there’s been significant steps in the three seasons I’ve been here.
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      “When I look at my first season of 2020-21 and it was a bit of a fake landscape with it being during Covid times. 
      “We probably had two games televised that season which was the FA Cup semi-final and final in an empty Wembley Stadium
      “The following season we saw the introduction of Sky Sports showcasing games alongside the BBC and that’s now even more this season.”
      On the pitch, Taylor aims to guide his side back to winning ways after the 2-1 loss at Arsenal, their first of the season. 
      City host Brighton today, who are yet to beat them, losing eight of their last nine games. And Albion have shipped 39 goals in those nine WSL games. 
      However, Taylor will not underestimate the Seagulls — under new boss Melissa Phillips.
      Brighton drew with Manchester United last time out and have four former City players in their squad — defender Poppy Pattinson, midfielder Vicky Losada and forwards Pauline Bremner and Lee Geum-min. 
      Taylor added: “They took a solid point last week and there could have been more for them as well — and it just shows how dangerous they are. 
      “We wouldn’t underestimate any opposition.
      “With their new coach they’ve been quite active in recruitment in terms of bringing in players who’ve got really good experience in the WSL and international football.”
      Vicky Losada is one of two ex-Man City aces who joined Brighton this summerCredit: Alamy
      Meanwhile, Taylor says he has high hopes for two of City’s young rising stars, forward Jess Park and defender Ruby Mace. 
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      He said: “Jess looks really sharp and lively and a threat. 
      “It’s the same with Ruby. She’s got the capabilities of playing higher up the pitch and the early signs have been impressive.” More

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      England Lionesses hero Alessia Russo dazzles on red carpet at star-studded Women of the Year Awards

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      ALESSIA RUSSO dazzled on the red carpet as she attended the Harpers Bazaar Women of the Year Awards. The England and Arsenal star joined a whole host of stars at the glitzy event.
      Alessia Russo stunned on the red carpet at the Harpers Bazaar Women of the Year AwardsCredit: Getty
      She wore a classy black dressCredit: Splash
      Russo was given the Sportsperson of the Year AwardCredit: Getty
      She stunned in an elegant black dress with heels as she posed for the cameras on the carpet.
      And Russo wasn’t just there to spectate as she picked up an award for herself on the evening.
      She was honoured with the Sportsperson of the Year for her efforts for club and country in 2023.
      The 24-year-old was part of Sarina Wiegman‘s England squad that narrowly missed out on World Cup success in Australia this summer.
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      The Lionesses battled their way through to the World Cup final where they eventually suffered the heartbreak of a 1-0 defeat at the hands of Spain.
      While she also made a career defining move at club level this summer when she left Manchester United to join Arsenal Women.
      The Gunners had tried to sign Russo in January, but reportedly saw two world record bids rejected by the Red Devils.
      But Russo still made the leap to the North London club at the end of the season when her contract expired with Man Utd.
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      Since signing for Arsenal the forward has featured seven times and netted three goals.
      Russo was honoured alongside a whole host of huge names at the Women of the Year awards.
      Empowering stars such as Jenna Ortega, Olivia Colman and Emilia Clarke were all in attendance.
      Russo joined a host of other big names at the awards ceremonyCredit: The Mega Agency
      The superstar striker suffered heartbreak in Australia with the Lionesses this summerCredit: Getty
      Naomi Watts was among those in attendanceCredit: The Mega Agency
      TV and radio host Vick Hope stunned in a black dressCredit: The Mega Agency
      British actress Emily Beecham wore a navy blue gownCredit: The Mega Agency
      Olivia Colman combined her outfit with an overcoatCredit: The Mega Agency
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      Fans in awe at ‘nicely garnished’ festive Turkey and stuffing roll at Barnsley Women as they ask ‘do you deliver?’

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      BARNSLEY left fans drooling after a special festive item popped up on their food menu.The club’s women’s team cruised to a 3-0 win over Leeds Ladies on Sunday.
      Fans loved Barnsley’s turkey and stuffing roll with gravy and chipsCredit: https://twitter.com/FootyScran
      They now sit top of the Women’s National League Division One North, four points clear of Middlesbrough.
      But while they are impressing on the pitch, some fans have also been excited by the food offerings at the Olympic Legacy Stadium.
      Barnsley now serve a turkey and stuffing roll with gravy and chips for £6.95.
      One supporter shared a picture of the food to popular social media page Footy Scran.
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      And several fans were quick to comment on it, with one person tweeting: “Some serious northern scran. Love it!”
      Another added: “Yes! Get in the Christmas spirit!”
      A third wrote: “That looks majestic.”
      A fourth fan questioned: “Ay up @BarnsleyFC do you deliver….?”
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      While a fifth simply said: “Nicely garnished.”
      Barnsley next face Liverpool Feds at home in the Women’s FA Cup on Sunday. More

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      Glam footballer and OnlyFans star Madelene Wright stuns in figure-hugging dress leaving fans ‘speechless’

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      MADELENE WRIGHT left fans too stunned to speak with her latest social media post.The glamorous footballer took to her Instagram with her latest snap.
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      Madelene Wright stunned in her latest Instagram snapCredit: instagram @madelene_wright
      Madelene Wright had fans ‘speechless’Credit: instagram @madelene_wright
      The stars for Leyton Orient WomenCredit: Instagram / @madelene_wright
      Wright, who stars for Leyton Orient Women, has 328,000 followers on the platform.
      The 25-year-old was seen wearing a figure-hugging dress.
      She completed the look with some tinted glasses and a black handbag.
      Reacting to the picture, one fan said: “So cute 💗.”
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      A second said: “That dress is amazing 👏.”
      A third wrote: “Beautiful and Gorgeous.”
      A fourth added: “I’m speechless.”
      British actress Alessia Vernazza said: “Insane beauty.”
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      Wright wore an angel costume for HalloweenCredit: Instagram
      Wright has 328,000 Instagram followersCredit: X
      She also has an OnlyFans pageCredit: Instagram / madelene_wright
      Wright recently got in the holiday spirit by wearing an angel costume for Halloween.
      The football star won some new fans for the O’s with a stunning goal from range.
      Wright also has an OnlyFans page, where she is no stranger to posting seductive pics.
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      Wright lives a glamourous lifestyle
      She often wows her fans with raunchy picturesCredit: Instagram
      Madelene has over 300k followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @madelene_wright
      She recently celebrated her 25th birthdayCredit: Instagram / @madelene_wright
      The football also has an OnlyFans accountCredit: Instagram / @madelene_wright
      She claimed to have made over £500,000 from the platformCredit: Instagram @madelene_wright
      The footballer has recently signed for Leyton OrientCredit: Instagram/@madelene_wright
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      She often dresses in revealing outfitsCredit: Instagram
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