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      England vs China – Women’s World Cup: Lionesses aiming to end group stage on a high – FREE stream, TV, team news

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      ENGLAND are heading for the knockout stages if they can avoid defeat in their final Group D match against China.The Lionesses secured three points in their 1-0 win against Denmark on Friday.
      England secured another win in the group stage against DenmarkCredit: The Mega Agency
      Lauren James’ stunning strike gave the Lionesses the lead against the Danes just after six minutes.
      However, before the half-time whistle, midfielder Keira Walsh went down with a knee injury and was stretched off.
      But despite the injury and Denmark hitting the post later on in the match, England remain top of the Group D table with one game to go.
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      Sarina Wiegman’s squad has been blighted by injuries going into this tournament, with key players absent from the team.
      With Walsh now out, the England boss faces a selection dilemma going into their next game against China.
      When is England vs China?

      England will be playing China on Tuesday, 1 August.
      Kick-off is scheduled for 12:00pm BST.
      The match is being played at Coopers Stadium in Adelaide, South Australia.
      Coopers Stadium accomodates 16,500 fans.

      What TV channel will England vs China be on and can it be live streamed FREE?

      The match will be broadcast by ITV.
      You can also live stream for FREE on ITVX by setting up an account via the website or app.
      Or you can follow SunSport’s live blog for minute-by-minute coverage of the game.

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      The FA have confirmed Walsh has not suffered with an anterior cruciate ligament injury as many first feared, but will still be absent in the next game
      Therefore questions arise on who will replace the world’s most expensive female player Keira Walsh.
      Manchester City’s Laura Coombs was the player who replaced Walsh after she suffered her injury during the Denmark match.
      China currently rank 14th in the FIFA women’s rankings and are 9-time AFC Women Asian Cup champions.
      They began their campaign with a 1-0 defeat to Denmark and received another setback when Zhang Rui was sent off against Haiti.
      With Wang Shuang’s penalty, China played over 60mins with 10 players and still secured a win.
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      What happened with Women’s World Cup star Linda Caicedo?

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      LINDA Caicedo collapsed for a second time within a few days during Colombia’s match against Germany at the Fifa World Cup in Australia.But who is she and what happened to her?
      Linda Caicedo was diagnosed with cancer at the age of fifteenCredit: Getty
      Who is Linda Caicedo?
      Linda Lizeth Caicedo Alegría is a Colombian professional football player, who plays as a forward.
      She was born on February 22, 2005, in Cali, Colombia.
      At the age of fourteen she made her debut for her hometown club América de Cali Femenino.
      In early 2020, she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer and needed to have surgery and a six month chemotherapy.
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      In an interview with The Guardian she said about her illness: “It was something we dealt with internally.
      “Thankfully I overcame it and I’m well now.
      “It was not easy, but with the help of my loved ones, I was ready to go back to playing once doctors told me I was OK.
      “I feel like this is in the past, and now I can follow my path in football.”
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      Caicedo played for Deportivo Cali from 2020 to 2023.
      After her contract ended she signed for Real Madrid in 2023.
      She scored twice and assisted in ten appearances in her first season for the club.
      In 2019, Linda made her international debut for Colombia.
      She has represented her country 17 times, scoring seven goals.
      At the 2023 Fifa Women’s World Cup, Linda scored in Colombia’s opening match against South Korea.
      What happened to Linda Caicedo?
      Caicedo collapsed during a training session on July 28, 2023, in Australia.
      She suddenly stopped and began clutching the left side of her chest.
      After sitting down, she collapsed on the field, with medical staff rushing on to the field to assist her.
      By the time she was placed on a stretcher, Linda was conscious again.
      After being rushed to a local hospital, a Colombian FA medical staff member told the press: “Linda is very tired.
      “What happened was just a symptom of all the stress and physical demands.
      “She is well and all is back to normal.”
      Caicedo recovered and started against Germany on Sunday, July 30, 2023.
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      She scored a sensational goal but collapsed again in the 83rd minute.
      But after receiving treatment she carried on playing as her side defeated Germany 2-1. More

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      Rachel Daly wants to park ‘special’ Euros moment to focus on England goal of beating world’s best

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      RACHEL DALY is pushing Euros nostalgia to the back of her mind with the Lionesses laser-focused on winning football’s biggest prize. Monday will be a year to the day Daly helped England win the contest at Wembley with a dramatic 2-1 defeat of Germany.
      Rachel Daly has no intention of being distracted by nostalgia around England’s Euros winCredit: Getty
      The Lionesses’ World Cup clash with China in Adelaide will come almost a year on from their Euros win at WembleyCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Daly and her team-mates aim to finish top of Group D following their 1-0 wins against Haiti and DenmarkCredit: Getty
      The Lioness, who started in all six games of that unbeaten run, sees the Women’s World Cup as a “different kettle of fish”. 
      And her team aims to finish top of Group D by beating or drawing with China in Adelaide on Tuesday.
      A first place finish for England would see them seal a last-16 clash with either Nigeria, Australia or Canada. 
      Daly, 31, said: “For me personally, I don’t want to go into a tournament thinking about another one.
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      “It’s a completely different kettle of fish as it’s the world’s biggest stage.
      “It’s a different feel with different (England) players and staff. 
      “It’s great that we won the Euros and it’s something that we do discuss now and again.
      “For me, it was a special moment. But at times like this you have to focus on what’s in front of you and push that aside.”
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      Daly, who made her senior England debut in 2016 scoring in a 7-0 Euros qualifier defeat of Serbia, is regarded as one of the leaders within the  squad. 
      The versatile Leeds-born Lioness joked she’s astounded to now be the third-oldest player following Ellen White’s and Jill Scott’s retirements. 
      The 71-capped England star added: “I’m actually shocked I’m the third oldest. I don’t act that way, I’m sure. 
      “It’s a different role for me, now we’ve lost Jill and Ellen who are older. 
      “But losing two players of their overwhelming experience is tough.
      “Some of the younger players have to step into that role and it’s nice to be able to do that. 
      “I had that when I was younger and so it’s nice to speak to the younger ones.
      “And there are players here who are experiencing their first tournament.
      “They’re over the other side of the world, away from home and not seeing family so much. It’s nice to be able to help them.”
      England’s last duel with China saw them lose 2-1 back in October 2015, five months after beating their opponents by the same scoreline at the Academy Stadium. 
      But much has changed for the Lionesses’ fortunes since then. 
      A top spot finish in Group D for England will see them play either Nigeria or Canada or Australia in the World Cup’s knockout stageCredit: Getty
      They are currently ranked the fourth best side in the world and ten places above their rivals who beat Haiti last Friday. 
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      Daly said: “We know their threats and what they’re capable of. 
      “We should be prepared the best way we can and hopefully get those next three points in the bag.” More

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      I scored England’s first ever Women’s World Cup goal – but now I work in a warehouse

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      GILLIAN COULTARD scored England’s first ever Women’s World Cup goal and now works in a warehouse.The 60-year-old was a pioneer for the women’s game, being capped 119 times for the Lionesses.
      England hero Gillian Coultard was the first women’s player to hit 100 capsCredit: Getty
      She now works in a warehouseCredit: Teva
      She played for England between 1981 and 2000 and was the first female player to hit the century mark in appearances.
      Her big moment came in 1995 when Coultard netted a penalty against Canada in Sweden to write herself into the history books as the first ever women’s goalscorer for the Lionesses at a World Cup.
      England went on to win that game 3-2 with the midfielder scoring a second late on to seal victory and give her legendary status.
      Coultard now works as a warehouse operative for pharmaceutical company Teva in West Yorkshire.
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      Her incredible journey began by playing football with her older brother and watching FA Cup finals, dreaming that one day she could be at Wembley.
      Coutlard explained: “I always tagged along with my oldest brother and football was what I wanted to do from a young age. I was always kicking a football.
      “When I went to secondary school, I was told I had to play the girls’ games, which were hockey and netball.
      “Luckily, my PE teacher took me to see Doncaster Belles, a local women’s football team who just happened to be one of the best teams in England.
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      “I joined the team when I was 13 and I had my first England trial the same year.”
      Coultard went on to spend the majority of her career with Doncaster Belles while breaking down barriers for the Three Lions.
      The women’s team at the 1995 World Cup wore men’s kits as there was no such thing as women’s sized shirts with them like “parachutes”.
      Coutlard was given paid time off by her employers at the time, using up her holiday to play for England.
      However, some team-mates were not so fortunate and gave up jobs for their World Cup chance.
      The FA paid for the players’ travel and accommodation but there were connecting flights, boat journeys and an overnight sleeper train with matches every other day.
      Despite her legendary status, Coultard keeps a low profile in the warehouse and her colleagues only recently found out that she is a football icon.
      She said: “They didn’t realise what I’d done. It’s all out in the open now.
      “It’s nice to reminisce, and it’s nice to see how things have progressed.”
      Coultard, who was awarded a MBE during lockdown, drives a truck and picks products for Teva.
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      She remains just as motivated in her job as she was on the pitch, saying: “I always strive to do my best. That’s what motivates me, my eight-hour shift is my 90-minute match.
      “If I hit my targets, I’ve won. Otherwise I’ve lost. I’m used to playing as a part of a successful team, the desire to win never goes away.” More

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      BBC cameras pan to fan’s ‘creepy’ Alisha Lehmann sign as Switzerland star is subbed on at Women’s World Cup

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      FANS have been left unimpressed after BBC cameras showed a “creepy” message to Alisha Lehmann during the Women’s World Cup.She was subbed on for Switzerland during the second half of their crunch group game against New Zealand.
      Alisha Lehmann made a substitute appearance at the Women’s World CupCredit: BBC
      She came on for Switzerland against New ZealandCredit: BBC
      And BBC cameras panned to a creepy fan’s sign in the crowdCredit: BBC
      As Lehmann, 24, came on the BBC cameras panned and showed a fans sign with a message that read: “Alisha Lehmann sign my belly so I can be seen on telley.”
      And viewers were not impressed with the footage as they took to social media.
      One Tweeted: “Media/Broadcasters: Please don’t show creepy dudes with signs asking for Alisha Lehmann to “please sign their belly so they can be seen on telly.
      “They are weird perverts and would think we’re better than to promote them.”
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      A second joked: “She’s not gonna s**g you mate.”
      A third added: “‘Alisha Lehmann, sign my belly so I can be on telly’ is wild.”
      It is not the first time Lehmann has had a message to her from the stands at the tournament.
      During the 2-0 win over the Philippines, in which Lehmann also made a substitute appearance, a fan held up a sign asking for the forward’s shirt.
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      Lehmann, who stars for Aston Villa in the WSL and is an Instagram sensation, made history last week by becoming the first female cover star for SWM magazine.
      Lehmann is one of the biggest stars in Women’s footballCredit: Instagram @alishalehmann7
      She is now the biggest commercial star in women’s football.
      Lehmann shares her adventures, travels, bikini photos and enviable lifestyle with her fanbase, although she had to tell her mum to ignore comments on her posts because of internet trolls.

      Astonishingly, it is estimated her branded posts are worth as much as £241,314 to her.
      She often shares stunning photos on social media and recently dressed up as a real life barbie.
      She plays for Aston Villa in the WSLCredit: Getty
      She has previously spoken about her huge online following, which includes 14million followers on Instagram.
      She said: “I appreciate the support so much, it gives me strength on pitch.
      “But I really don’t think about it. I don’t think that I’m better than anyone else, I come from humble beginnings with how I grew up with my family in Switzerland.
      “I don’t see myself as someone with loads of followers on social media, obviously I’m proud it – alongside my football – but it doesn’t change anything.”
      She has over 14 million followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @alishalehmann7
      But Lehmann is keen to remind fans she is a footballer and made it clear that football takes priority over everything else.
      She said: “Some people just see Instagram and social media and don’t even know I actually play football, when I don’t post a football picture for a week, people say, ‘Oh she doesn’t even play’.
      “I think sometimes it’s a bit hard because obviously I train every day, like everyone else, I play every weekend and sometimes it’s hard because they make a picture of you.
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      “I’m a proper footballer. I work hard every day. I want to be the best version of myself in football and that’s my first priority in life.”
      Switzerland and Lehmann drew the game against New Zealand 0-0 and confirmed their spot in the knockout rounds of the competition. More

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      I’m a Lionesses legend and scored for England at a Women’s World Cup… now I’m a host on CBeebies

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      RACHEL YANKEY was a legend for club and country during a senior career that spanned 20 years.She enjoyed two spells with Arsenal totalling 15 seasons.
      Rachel Yankey, pictured in 2011, played in two World Cups for the England LionessesCredit: PA:Press Association
      The former striker now presents CBeebies show Footy Pups
      And she was at one point one of the England Lionesses’ most recognisable players as she made 129 international appearances.
      During that time, she played in two World Cups and reached the quarter-final in both 2007 and 2011, and scoring a goal against Japan.
      After retirement in 2016, Yankey briefly tried her hand in management at London Bees.
      However, her primary career would turn out to be very different as she became a children’s TV presenter.
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      Since 2015, she has presented CBeebies series Footy Pups, where she teaches six different kids new skills every week.
      And she said that playing football was invaluable in helping her develop a career in other areas.
      Yankey told Starling Bank: “There are many things you can get out of football that you can take into the world of work.
      “Such as being confident to problem-solve quickly, because you have to do that on a football pitch, or speak in front of teammates, that could help with leading a meeting.”
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      “If you don’t become a footballer, there are so many different jobs within the game.
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      “You might write about football, take pictures, be a physio or a doctor.”
      Yankey has also written a book to inspire kids’ participation in the game called How to be a Footballer and Other Sports Jobs. More

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      England boost as docs reveal Keira Walsh has NOT suffered ACL damage and star may only miss final World Cup group game

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      KEIRA WALSH has not sustained ACL damage following her knee injury during England’s win against Denmark on Friday.However, the midfielder has been ruled out of the Lionesses’ World Cup Group D clash with China on Tuesday.  
      Keira Walsh sustained a knee injury during England’s Group D clash with Denmark after her studs appeared to get stuck in some turf at SydneyCredit: Getty
      A medical scan revealed the England midfielder has not sustained an ACL injuryCredit: Alamy
      The update on Walsh’s condition followed initial fears the Lioness ace had ruptured her knee ligament. 
      The FA confirmed the news following a scan yesterday afternoon after Sarina Wiegman’s side’s 1-0 defeat of the Danes.
      Walsh’s knee examination was carried out a day after she was stretchered off in tears during England’s duel with Denmark at Sydney Stadium. 
      The Barcelona ace saw her involvement in the game ended after her studs appeared to get stuck in the turf. 

      Her injury occurred whilst she attempted to retain possession for the Lionesses with Denmark attempting to mount a counter attack. 
      And Walsh was spotted mouthing the words “I’ve done my knee” with England’s medics later coming to her aid.  
      The midfielder, who helped the Lionesses win last summer’s Euros, will remain at the squad’s base in Terrigal to continue her recovery. 
      England will play China next in their final Group D game in Adelaide in AustraliaCredit: Getty
      Her injury will continue to be assessed by England’s medical staff.
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      It is not yet known whether she will be able to feature for the team should they progress to the World Cup knockout stage. 
      The team are currently top of Group D and will be aiming to seal a win against China at Hindmarsh Stadium. More

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      Who is Manchester City and England goalkeeper Ellie Roebuck?

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      ELLIE Roebuck had her breakthrough at the 2018 season with Manchester City.But who is she and when did she joined the England squad?
      Ellie Roebuck signed her professional contract with Manchester City at the age of eighteenCredit: Getty
      Who is Manchester City and England goalkeeper Ellie Roebuck?
      Ellie Roebuck is a professional football player.
      She was born on September 23, 1999, in Sheffield.
      From a young age she was playing for Sheffield United’s girlhood club.
      While training at Manchester City’s training academy, she attended Connell Sixth Form College to complete a sports qualification.
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      What other teams has Ellie Roebuck played for?
      Ellie played for Sheffield United’s girlhood team until the age of 15.
      In 2016 she left Sheffield to join the youth team of Manchester City.
      In January 2018 Ellie signed a professional contract with Manchester City, after impressing on the senior stage in Karen Bardsley’s absence.
      On May 23, 2019, she extended her contract with the club for another two years, after she won both the FA Cup and League Cup with City.
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      She was awarded the inaugural Barclays FA WSL Golden Glove at the end of the 2019/20 season.
      Due to a calf injury she missed a lot of the 2021–22 season.
      During the whole season she only appeared in ten matches out of the twenty two games.
      How long has Ellie Roebuck played for England?
      Ellie has played for England since 2018 and was an unused substitute in the U20 World Cup in France.
      In October 2018, she joined the England squad after manager Phil Neville invited her in.
      On November 8, 2018, she made her senior team debut as a 79th minute substitute for Mary Earps.
      Five months later in April 2019, she debuted as a first starter, before getting replaced during half time.
      In July 2021, she debuted for the Great Britain women’s Olympic football team for the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo, Japan.
      One year after the Olympics, she was included in the England squad for the UEFA Women’s Euro 2022.
      Ellie said in an interview about winning the Euros 2022: “Seeing all the young girls in the crowd and boys too was certainly inspiring for us because I’ve never experienced anything like that growing up.
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      “Going forward, we want to get as much visibility in women’s sport as we can, but also to grow the opportunities for young people coming through from school.”
      In May 2023, it was announced that Ellie was joining the squad for the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia. More