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    Madelene Wright starts her own OnlyFans page after being sacked by Charlton for ‘swigging champagne while driving’

    FORMER CHARLTON ace Madelene Wright has launched an OnlyFans account after being sacked by the club at the start of December.
    The 22-year-old was axed after controversial videos of her swigging champagne while driving and inhaling from a balloon were uploaded to Snapchat.

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    Ex-Charlton star Madelene Wright has set up an OnlyFans accountCredit: Instagram / @madelene_wright

    The stunning footballer has 140k followers on Instagram and Twitter combinedCredit: Instagram / @madelene_wright

    Madelene Wright’s OnlyFans page was set up one month after she was sacked from Charlton for ‘swigging champagne while driving’Credit: OnlyFans / @madelenewright
    Now the ex-Millwall star has decided to showcase her talents off the pitch, by revealing to her 140k fans on Twitter and Instagram that she has set up an OnlyFans page.
    Wright posted a video to her social media profiles with the caption: “Check the bio..” in reference to her new account on the X-rated site.
    The ex-Addicks superstar is charging £33 for a monthly subscription to her page.

    The news has sent her fans into meltdown, but one Twitter user saw the funnier side by joking: “Signed up and she’s stood there doing kick ups.”
    Wright has been without a club for a month since Charlton let her go after a series of controversial videos were uploaded to Snapchat.
    It is understood that in the clips the 22-year-old can be seen at a party with friends, where a number of people were inhaling from balloons.
    A second video allegedly showed the former Championship footballer drinking champagne while driving her luxury Range Rover.

    After the clips were shared on social media, Charlton Athletic confirmed that Wright’s registration had been cancelled and that she will no longer play for the club.

    The ex-Millwall ace was reportedly seen ‘swigging champagne’ at the wheel of her luxry Range Rover at the start of Decemeber

    Wright has played for both Charlton and Millwall

    The star had previously been investigated by her former club Millwall after she filmed a friend holding a dog with its paws on the steering wheel

    A spokesperson for the Addicks told SunSport at the time: “The club were made aware of the video and quickly investigated the incident.
    “As a club we are disappointed with the behaviour which doesn’t represent the standards the team upholds.
    “The player is remorseful and has now left the club.
    “The club would like to make clear that although the behavior is not acceptable, the players welfare remains important to us and she will still have access to the club’s support channels if needed.”
    Maddie was also investigated by former club Millwall in October last year after she filmed from the backseat while the driver puts a dog’s paws on the steering wheel.
    Joshua Harris of road safety charity, Brake, told Sun Sport: “Driving and alcohol simply do not mix.
    “When you’re behind the wheel you’re in charge of a potentially lethal weapon which requires full concentration and zero impairment to do so safely.
    “We urge all drivers to never drink any amount of alcohol and drive – and certainly never do both at the same time.”

    Wright has not been playing football since she was let go by the AddicksCredit: Instagram / @madelene_wright

    Wright posts regularly on social media to her many fans

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    England ace Jodie Taylor extends contract with women’s Champions League holders Lyon

    JODIE TAYLOR has extended her loan spell with European champions Lyon until the end of the season. 
    The England forward, 34, joined the French side from OL Reign on a short-term contract which was originally due to end in December 2020. 

    Jodie Taylor will remain at Lyon on loan until the end of the season Credit: Getty – Contributor

    However, the Lionesses striker, who has made seven appearances for Lyon, is thought to have impressed with her performances. 
    And Taylor, who plays for Lyon alongside England teammate Nikita Parris, came on as a second-half sub during the club’s 2020 Women’s Champions League triumph. 
    The Birkenhead-born star arrived at the French title-holders with an impressive international CV following her 41 England appearances. 
    The OL Reign ace was a top scorer at the 2017 Women’s European Championship. 

    And Taylor, whose club play Stade Reims in France’s top flight on Friday, described her summer switch as a move too good to miss out on. 
    In August Taylor told Lyon’s website: “I talked a lot with my English teammates and I couldn’t refuse the opportunity to play for one of the best teams in the world.”
    Lyon, who are currently the most successful side in the history of French women’s football, hope to win their fourteenth league title this season. 
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    Jodie Taylor will be helping Lyon to retain their Champions League crown and French titleCredit: Reuters

    The club, whose former stars include Wales ace Jess Fishlock and England’s Lucy Bronze and Alex Greenwood, are the most club in the Women’s Champions League. 
    The French side have won the competition a record-breaking seven times. 
    And they are due to feature in the February draw for round 16 of the contest alongside Chelsea and Manchester City. 

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    WSL given green light to resume this weekend with no extra coronavirus testing but postponements ‘inevitable’

    THE Women’s Super League has been given the green light to resume this weekend despite coronavirus cases surging again.
    The women’s top-flight was among a number of divisions that bit the dust last season amid the Covid-19 crisis.

    Chelsea were confirmed as Women Super League champions last season after the table was determined by points-per-game

    The Prime Minister announced a new national lockdown on Monday night as the mutant Covid strains spread out of control.
    The FA confirmed on Tuesday that 15 positive results came back from the 635 tests that were carried out in the WSL and Championship between 28 December and 3 January.
    Players in the top two divisions in women’s football are currently tested once a week.
    It is understood that this will remain the same despite ramped up testing in the Premier League to twice a week.

    In a statement, the FA told SunSport: “To ensure transparency, The FA will continue to release Covid-19 testing results each week across both the WSL and Championship.
    “Protocols are currently in place for testing once a week and players will be tested before they return to training. 
    “These protocols will continue to be regularly reviewed and we will provide any further updates in due course.”  
    It is unsure if Arsenal’s trip to Aston Villa will go ahead on Saturday after the North Londoners reportedly requested a postponement after a positive test in camp.

    According to the Telegraph, the Gunners are said to be ‘furious’ after a team-mate was hit with Covid following a trip to Dubai over the Christmas break.
    Arsenal icon Ian Wright slammed his former club’s reported request to postpone their away game at the West Midlands club.

    So we asking for a postponement because we broke the rules??!!😕 Players have every right to be upset but why should Villa be punished? Play the game. https://t.co/EWVfdTsl2o
    — Ian Wright (@IanWright0) January 6, 2021

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    He wrote on Twitter: “So we asking for a postponement because we broke the rules??!!
    “Players have every right to be upset but why should Villa be punished? Play the game.”
    It is unclear whether Manchester City’s game with West Ham will go ahead on Saturday after FOUR aces tested positive.
    It is claimed that the club has also requested a postponement as they battle their Covid-19 outbreak.
    The Citizens stars were said to have caught the virus after reportedly jetting off to Dubai.
    It is understood that the unnamed aces had the club’s full permission to fly to UAE as Manchester wasn’t under Tier 4 restrictions at the time.
    Before Christmas the Hammers scrapped their home game with Villa due to atleast five players contracting the virus.
    And Chelsea were forced to axe their match with Tottenham after an outbreak in the women’s camp.
    FA figures over the festive period revealed a huge spike in the number of individuals testing positive across the women’s top two divisions.
    It was confirmed that 32 Covid test results have come back positive from 864 carried out in the third week of December. 
    This is the largest number of positive results returned so far this season

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    Football aces slam coin flip proposal for Women’s FA Cup after lockdown causes competition’s suspension

    PLAYERS in the women’s game have hit out at suggestions of FA Cup rounds being decided by a coin toss or officials drawing lots. 
    The Telegraph revealed the bizarre ideas are being mulled over by football authorities as possible options for the second and third rounds of the contest. 

    A coin toss is reportedly being considered as an option for deciding second and third round outcomes of the Women’s FA Cup

    It has been reported clubs involved in these two stages could find themselves dropped from this season’s competition altogether, with both rounds falling into the Government’s ‘non-elite’ sports category.
    Clubs from the WSL and the Women’s Championship – the game’s top two tiers – are due to enter the contest in the third and fourth rounds. 
    And the idea of a coin flip being used to conclude the contest’s previous two stages has been derided by players on social media. 
    Portsmouth’s Hannah Haughton described the suggestion as ‘shocking’ whilst Pompey midfielder Jade Bradley urged the competition’s bigwigs to ‘sort it out’. 

    On her Twitter account, Bradley wrote: “This isn’t a choice of ends – it’s a decision on players development, careers, physical well-being, mental well-being and more importantly the direction in which women’s football is heading. right now it’s embarrassing. Sort it out.” 

    And Bradley’s team-mate Danielle Rowe, 24, was equally unimpressed and wondered what would happen if a coin toss was used to decide an FA Cup clash involving Harry Kane.
    Discussions were held between FA officials on Tuesday to work out ways to move forward with the Cup. 

    FA officials are keen to avoid delays to Women’s FA Cup matches this seasonCredit: PA:Press Association
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    However a decision is not expected to be made until later this week. 
    It is thought officials are eager to avoid pauses to the competition rather than wait for Covid-19 restrictions to be eased because of Team GB’s pre-Olympic training camp in June. 
    The final of the Women’s FA Cup is due to be played at Wembley on May 22.

    Women’s FA Cup Dates

    Second round: Sunday 3 January 2021 (17 fixtures postponed)
    Third round: Sunday 17 January 2021
    Fourth round: Sunday 31 January 2021
    Fifth round: Sunday 28 February 2021
    Quarter-final: Sunday 21 March 2021
    Semi-final: Sunday 18 April 2021
    Final: Saturday 22 May 2021

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    Arsenal Women players ‘furious’ after star catches Covid-19 from Dubai trip as WSL hit with coronavirus crisis

    ARSENAL WOMEN are said to be ‘furious’ after a team-mate was hit with Covid-19 following a trip to Dubai over the Christmas break.
    According to the Telegraph, the Gunners have requested a postponement of their outing to Aston Villa this Saturday as players self-isolate.

    Katie McCabe has not tested positive for coronavirus after a trip to Dubai Credit: Getty – Contributor

    Arsenal ace Katie McCabe posted a snap of her Dubai trip on Instagram over Christmas before deleting it amid backlash

    Three of Arsenal Women’s senior international players reportedly travelled to Dubai over the festive period, after London moved into Tier 4 restrictions.
    And it is claimed that one of the aces has since tested positive for coronavirus.
    Gunners icon Ian Wright slammed his former club’s reported request to postponed the Villa clash.
    He wrote on Twitter: “So we asking for a postponement because we broke the rules??!!

    “Players have every right to be upset but why should Villa be punished? Play the game.”
    The North London club has reportedly reminded the players involved of their responsibilities, but investigated the trips and concluded they were made for ‘business’ reasons.
    It’s claimed the players are not set to receive any punishment but senior staff at the club are said to be very disappointed with their decisions to fly out.
    As reported by the Telegraph, many of their team-mates are ‘furious’ at the players, who travelled after London was hit with Tier 4 restrictions.

    Several Gunners stars are said to be isolating under Covid-19 protocols after coming into close contact with the player who has tested positive.
    Republic of Ireland skipper Katie McCabe was one of the players who jetted off to UAE.
    She posted an exotic snap of her getaway on Instagram, but she claimed she was in Dubai for a ‘business meeting with her agent’ amid the backlash.
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    So we asking for a postponement because we broke the rules??!!😕 Players have every right to be upset but why should Villa be punished? Play the game. https://t.co/EWVfdTsl2o
    — Ian Wright (@IanWright0) January 6, 2021

    Katie McCabe’s partner Ruesha Littlejohn posted snaps online from Dubai with her sister

    West Ham star Alisha Lehmann posted videos of her in the Maldives over Christmas

    She has not tested positive for the killer virus since arriving back in the UK, but it is reported that similar trips were made by at least two other first-team players.
    FOUR Man City players tested positive after they also allegedly jetted off to Dubai.
    The unnamed aces had the club’s full permission to fly to UAE as Manchester wasn’t under Tier 4 restrictions at the time and Dubai’s boarders were open the UK.
    Their game against West Ham is also set to be axed after the club reportedly requested a postponement amid the WSL’s Covid crisis.
    Hammers icon Alisha Lehmann flew out to the Maldives with her partner Ramona Bachmann over Christmas but escaped a grilling from the club.
    A number of other players in the WSL are also known to have gone to Dubai around the same period.
    The FA confirmed on Tuesday evening that 15 positive tests came back from the women’s top-flight and Championship between 28 December 2020 and 3 January.
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    Alex Morgan tests positive for coronavirus after former Spurs ace and USA World Cup winner says she is ‘recovering well’

    ALEX MORGAN has become the latest high-profile footballer to test positive for Covid-19 as the virus continues to wreak havoc across the globe.
    The World Cup winner announced the shock news on her Twitter account on Tuesday evening.

    World Cup winner and former Spurs star Alex Morgan has tested positive for coronavirus

    She said: “Unfortunately, my family and I closed out 2020 learning that we had contracted Covid while in California over the holidays.
    “We are all in good spirits and recovering well. After our isolation is completed, I will follow US Soccer’s return to play guidelines to ensure my body is fully recovered and I can join my team-mates back on the field soon.
    “Be safe and happy new year.”
    Some fans were quick to point out that she had celebrated Christmas with her extended family.

    She was pictured on Instagram with seven other people, as well as her husband Servando Carrasco and their baby daughter, Charlie.
    One Twitter user wrote: “Maybe traveling during a pandemic to celebrate Christmas with your extended family wasn’t such a good idea, huh? Who could have predicted that?”
    Another added: “Alex continues to disregard public health guidelines for Covid-19.
    “I’ve counted a handful of occasions, where she has gathered with family and friends, and hasn’t followed recommended guidelines!”

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    Unfortunately, my family and I closed out 2020 learning that we had contracted Covid while in California over the holidays. We are all in good spirits and recovering well. After our isolation is completed, I will follow US Soccer’s return to play guidelines to ensure (1/2)
    — Alex Morgan (@alexmorgan13) January 5, 2021

    Morgan had returned to the United States to rejoin Orlando Pride after her short loan stint at Tottenham ended.
    The USA scored twice in just five WSL appearances since arriving in North London in September.
    She made her final appearance in a Spurs vest netting a penalty in their 3-1 win against Aston Villa with the team currently eighth in the table.
    Morgan told Tottenham’s website: “I will be forever grateful to the club, my team-mates and Spurs supporters for taking such good care of me and my family.
    “From the moment I arrived in London, I realised I was part of a first-class organisation, one that helped provide me the opportunity to immerse myself back into the game I love. 

    “Thank you to everyone who helped make this chapter in my soccer journey so special.”
    Heather Cowan, Tottenham’s Head of Women’s football said: “It has been a pleasure to have Alex with us during this period and the whole squad has taken a lot from working every day with someone at the top of the women’s game.
    “We wish Alex all the best for the future both at club and international level as she prepares to return back home with her family. She will always be welcome here at Spurs.”

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    Ex-Arsenal and Charlton ace Cori Daniels becomes London City Lionesses assistant coach

    CORI DANIELS has been appointed assistant coach of FA Women’s Championship side London City Lionesses. 
    The ex-Arsenal player is due to join club boss Melissa Phillips in the dugout when her side takes on Crystal Palace in their first game of the new year. 

    Cori Daniels will coach London City Lionesses ahead of their Women’s Championship clash with Crystal Palace

    Daniels, 34, who enjoyed a trophy-winning Gunners career, made football headlines when she became the youngest female player to represent Charlton in 2001. 
    The then 14-year-old was part of an Addicks side that thrashed Liverpool 6-1 in a National Division clash in April that year.
    The centre-back went on to play for Arsenal and Watford before hanging up her boots to take up coaching.
    And the former Gunner won Women’s Premier League and Champions League trophies with an Arsenal side which included Faye White, Anita Asante, Jayne Ludlow and Lianne Sanderson. 

    London City, who are eleventh in the women’s second-tier, are looking to pick up their fourth win in the Championship this term. 
    On her new role at the club Daniels said: “I have observed what London City Lionesses have been achieving on and off the pitch since their inception and I couldn’t pass up on the opportunity to join. 
    “I’m looking forward to working with Melissa and the playing squad to make a positive contribution and continue to develop as a football coach.”
    Daniels, who holds a Uefa B training licence, recently worked as an Under-16s coach at Kent Girls Elite Academy.

    The ex-Watford player also trained youngsters at Gillingham FC’s regional football talent club for girls. 
    And London City Lionesses manager Phillips believes the Ramsgate-born coach has got it what it takes to help her players excel on the pitch. 

    Cori Daniels was part of the famous Arsenal Ladies side who won the Women’s Champions League in 2007Credit: Getty

    London City Lionesses aim to pick up their fourth win in the Championship when they play Crystal Palace Credit: Represented by ZUMA Press, Inc.

    Phillips said: “Cori brings a wealth of experiences that will add value to the culture we are building.
    “It has been abundantly clear through the process, that developing people and getting the best out of players are her driving factors as a coach. 
    “I’m looking forward to having her on board and the impact she will make.”

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    Madelene Wright sets up OnlyFans page after being sacked by Charlton for ‘swigging champagne while driving’

    FORMER CHARLTON ace Madelene Wright has launched an OnlyFans account after being sacked by the club at the start of December.
    The 22-year-old was axed after controversial videos of her swigging champagne while driving and inhaling from a balloon were uploaded to Snapchat.

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    Ex-Charlton star Madelene Wright has set up an OnlyFans accountCredit: Instagram / @madelene_wright

    The stunning footballer has 140k followers on Instagram and Twitter combinedCredit: Instagram / @madelene_wright

    Madelene Wright’s OnlyFans page was set up one month after she was sacked from Charlton for ‘swigging champagne while driving’Credit: OnlyFans / @madelenewright
    Now the ex-Millwall star has decided to showcase her talents off the pitch, by revealing to her 140k fans on Twitter and Instagram that she has set up an OnlyFans page.
    Wright posted a video to her social media accounts with the caption: “Check the bio..” in reference to her new account on the X-rated site.
    The ex-Addicks superstar is charging £33 for a monthly subscription to her page.

    The news has sent her fans into meltdown, but one Twitter user saw the funnier side by joking: “Signed up and she’s stood there doing kick ups.”
    Wright has been without a club for a month since Charlton let her go after a series of controversial videos were uploaded to Snapchat.
    It is understood that in the clips the 22-year-old can be seen at a party with friends, where a number of people were inhaling from balloons.
    A second video allegedly showed the former Championship footballer drinking champagne while driving her luxury Range Rover.

    After the clips were shared on social media, Charlton Athletic confirmed that Wright’s registration had been cancelled and that she will no longer play for the club.

    The ex-Millwall ace was reportedly seen ‘swigging champagne’ at the wheel of her luxry Range Rover at the start of Decemeber

    Wright has played for both Charlton and MillwallCredit: Instagram / @madelene_wright

    The star had previously been investigated by her former club Millwall after she filmed a friend holding a dog with its paws on the steering wheel

    A spokesperson for the Addicks told SunSport at the time: “The club were made aware of the video and quickly investigated the incident.
    “As a club we are disappointed with the behaviour which doesn’t represent the standards the team upholds.
    “The player is remorseful and has now left the club.
    “The club would like to make clear that although the behavior is not acceptable, the players welfare remains important to us and she will still have access to the club’s support channels if needed.”
    Maddie was also investigated by former club Millwall in October last year after she filmed from the backseat while the driver puts a dog’s paws on the steering wheel.
    Joshua Harris of road safety charity, Brake, told Sun Sport: “Driving and alcohol simply do not mix.
    “When you’re behind the wheel you’re in charge of a potentially lethal weapon which requires full concentration and zero impairment to do so safely.
    “We urge all drivers to never drink any amount of alcohol and drive – and certainly never do both at the same time.”

    Wright has not been playing football since she was let go by the AddicksCredit: Instagram / @madelene_wright

    Wright posts regularly on social media to her many fans

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