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      Alex Scott nails ‘plastique chic’ look with huge grin on face while watching Arsenal batter Chelsea in WSL

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      ALEX SCOTT did not let the rain get her down as she watched Arsenal batter Chelsea on Sunday.The former England defender hosted the BBC’s coverage of the Women’s Super League clash from the Emirates Stadium.
      Alex Scott nailed ‘plastique chic’ as she watched Arsenal thrash Chelsea in the WSLCredit: instagram/alexscott2
      Scott presented the BBC’s coverage of the Gunners’ 4-1 win on SundayCredit: Rex
      Scott was snapped with huge grin on her face during the Gunners’ 4-1 win over their title rivals.
      Reporter Jo Currie shared a picture of Scott using a plastic hood to shield herself from the rain.
      She also wore a black scarf and grey blazer in the stands, with Currie writing: “@alexscott2 nailing the #PlastiqueChic.”
      Scott’s former club handed Chelsea their first league defeat of the season in front of a record WSL crowd in North London.
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      Goals from Beth Mead, Amanda Ilestedt and Alessia Russo (two) sealed a comfortable home victory.
      Fans had earlier hailed Scott as “total class” after she took aim at Joey Barton’s recent sexist rants.
      The presenter had previously laughed off his claim that she “shouldn’t comment on the men’s game”.
      Scott has been vocal in her opposition to the ex-Manchester City midfielder’s social media outbursts.
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      Alessia Russo scored twice as Arsenal won in front of a record attendanceCredit: Getty
      Prior to becoming a fan-favourite pundit and presenter, the 39-year-old won 140 caps for the Lionesses as well as representing Team GB at the London Olympics in 2012.
      She also won 21 major trophies across three spells with Arsenal, including six league titles, seven FA Cups and the Champions League.
      Scott, who was awarded an MBE for her services to football in 2017, is now fronts both Football Focus and the BBC’s WSL coverage. More

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      Eidevall hails Arsenal’s ‘strongest performance’ so far this season after Gunners defeat Chelsea at the Emirates

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      JONAS EIDEVALL reckons Arsenal’s dominance of Chelsea was reminiscent of Barcelona’s past defeats of the Blues. Beth Mead and Alessia Russo were among the scorers during the Gunners’ storming 4-1 victory at the Emirates on Sunday.
      Beth Mead got Arsenal off to a flier netting her first goal at the Emirates this season
      Alessia Russo was named player of the match after netting twice during the Gunners’ 4-1 watched by a crowd of more than 59,000
      Jonas Eidevall says Arsenal dominated the ball in manner that was similar to Barcelona during their wins against Chelsea in the Women’s Champions League
      Their performance and defeat of their rivals was watched largest crowd at a WSL game to date with more 59,000 spectators at the stadium.
      At the ground where she injured her knee last November,  Mead and player of the match Russo were on fire along with their team-mates.
      Goals in the game played this afternoon included two scored in two minutes as they threw down a title gauntlet going level on points with the league leaders. 
      Eidevall, whose Gunners are currently second, said: “The way we managed the ball against Chelsea, I haven’t seen any team apart from Barcelona doing that well against them. 
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      “It’s our strongest performance so far this season but in football if you want to win anything it’s about being consistent in performances. 
      “What is telling for me when you see the reaction – yes we’re happy – but at the end of the day it is our finishing position in the league that will matter.”
      Bullied was the word Emma Hayes used to describe how Chelsea fared in the first clash between the two sides this team 
      Their London rivals, who they have not beaten away on four occasions in the WSL, had just five shots on target netting four of them. 
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      Blues boss Hayes said: “That’s as bad as I’ve seen us for a long time. The better team won by a country mile. 
      “They bullied us. They dominated in the duels, all phases of our play were poor. “That (performance) was not our best, that’s probably us at our very worst.”
      It took just eight minutes before the deadlock was broken by Eidevall’s side 
      Mead underlined her return to form unleashing a shot into the top of the net after being teed up by Victoria Pelova. 
      It was her first goal scored at the Emirates this term. 
      Chelsea, skippered by Sam Kerr with Millie Bright currently recovering from an injured knee, looked to hit back swiftly. 
      They did so with Johanna Rytting Kaneryd slotting into the bottom corner five minutes after Mead’s opener. 
      However some observers will have questioned whether the goal should have stood with Kerr appearing to obscure goalkeeper Manuela Zinsberger’s view. 
      Arsenal continued to keep up the pressure in a
      They went 2-1 up as Amanda Ilestedt headed home with Ann-Katrin Berger failing to claim the ball with her attempted catch from a 36th-minute corner kick.
      Russo made it 3-1 slamming home after a powerful run in the 38th-
      Hayes made a triple substitution with Fran Kirby among those entering the fray in the second half. 
      Chelsea’s only goal of the game came via Johanna Rytting Kaneryd’s first-half equaliser
      But things didn’t any easier for the visitors.
      Lauren James was subbed off shortly after treading on Lia Walti’s foot off the ball following an aerial challenge on Lotte Wubben-Moy
      The challenge on Walti saw James get a yellow card with the Chelsea forward among six players cautioned during the game.
      The hosts won a late pen when Russo was upended in the box by Berger with the keeper coming off her line to claim the ball. 
      And Russo’s spot-kick and brace sealed an emphatic victory ahead of the derby clash with Tottenham this Saturday.
      Emma Hayes felt Chelsea lacked control across the pitch during the match
      Following the result, Hayes added: “Even when we did well to win the ball back, we gave it away again. 
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      “It’s so difficult as a coach when you have no control in a certain way and I felt we lacked that across the pitch.
      “I have a dressing room that will acknowledge that and own it.” More

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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