Women’s World Cup 2023

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      Is the Women’s World Cup trophy made of gold and how much is it worth?

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      THE 2023 Women’s World Cup is set to culminate in a face-off between Spain and England.The football squads will compete at Stadium Australia in Sydney on August 20, with the hopes of bringing home the coveted trophy for their team – and their country.
      Spain and England will compete for the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup trophyCredit: Isabel Infantes/Shutterstock
      What is the Women’s World Cup trophy made of?
      According to FIFA, the Women’s World Cup trophy is made of sterling silver but is covered in 23 karat white and yellow gold.
      The trophy measures 47 centimetres and weighs 4.6 kilograms.
      The award’s design features a spiral with a football at the top.
      There is also a cone-shaped platform at the bottom of the trophy, where the names of past winners of the tournament are displayed.
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      FIFA states that the composition of the trophy symbolises “the athleticism, dynamism and elegance of women’s football”.
      The trophy was designed by William Sawaya for the 1999 Women’s World Cup, held in the USA.
      It was handcrafted in Milan, Italy.
      The current trophy is the second iteration of the Women’s World Cup prize.
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      The first trophy was only awarded at the first two Women’s World Cups in 1991 and 1995.
      It had to be replaced after it was stolen in 1997 from the Ullevaal stadium in Oslo following Norway’s 1995 win.
      How much is the trophy worth?
      According to reports, in 2015 the Women’s World Cup trophy had an estimated value of around £23,000 in 2015.
      The Men’s World Cup trophy, meanwhile, was valued at £227,000 in 2022.
      That trophy is made up of 6.175 kilograms of 18 karat gold.
      Which teams have won the most Women’s World Cup trophies?
      The United States is the team that has won the most Women’s World Cup tournaments.
      They have lifted the trophy four times, in 1991, 1999, 2015, and 2019.
      The US squad has also had the most top four finishes at the tournament, having made it to the semi-finals eight times.
      They also have made five appearances in a Women’s World Cup final, making them the team with the most final appearances.
      Germany have won the Women’s World Cup the second-most times.
      They have two victories to their name, having been crowned champions in 2003 and 2007.
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      The Lionesses have never secured World Cup glory but have reached the semi-finals twice, in 2015 and 2019
      Their 2023 opponents, Spain, will also be winning for the first time if victorious at the World Cup final. More

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      Women’s World Cup final live stream and TV guide: How to watch England take on Spain for FREE

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      ENGLAND will be involved in their first-ever Women’s World Cup final on Sunday as they take on Spain in Sydney.The Lionesses beat co-hosts Australia in their own backyard in a thrilling semi-final.
      Alessia Russo was on the scoresheet in England’s Women’s World Cup semi-final clash against AustraliaCredit: GETTY
      Goals from Ella Toone, Lauren Hemp and Alessia Russo helped England to a historic 3-1 win.
      Serina Weigman’s side beat their final opponents Spain on their route to Euro 2022 glory last summer.
      SunSport has all the details so you don’t miss the Women’s World Cup final.
      How can I watch the Women’s World Cup final?
      The Women’s World Cup final will be broadcast LIVE on both ITV 1 and BBC One.
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      ITV 1 will begin their coverage at 9:25am BST on Sunday morning (August 20) and BBC One’s show will start at 9:45am BST.
      Laura Woods will be on presenting duties for ITV with analysis from Karen Carney and Eni Aluko.
      For BBC, Gabby Logan will be the presenter with Alex Scott amongst the team of pundits.
      How can I watch the Women’s World Cup final FREE?
      The Women’s World Cup final will be available to watch for FREE via the ITVX app/website and the BBC iPlayer app/website, providing you have a valid TV license.
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      Alternatively, you can keep up to date with all the action from Sydney by following SunSport’s live blog. More

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      I sold my home TWICE to pay for my daughter’s footy career… now she’s on verge of Women’s World Cup glory with England

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      THE mother of England star Georgia Stanway has revealed she had to sell her home twice to help her daughter’s football career. Joanne Stanway felt the immense expense of taking Georgia to and from football matches and training whilst she was an academy player.
      Joanne Stanway had to downsize her house twice to help fund her daughter Georgia’s football careerCredit: Youtube – No1Fan Club
      Georgia Stanway is now 90 minutes away from being a World Cup winnerCredit: Alamy
      Joanne, who is a teacher, was given permission to leave work early in order to take Georgia to her training sessions for Blackburn Rovers in a three-hour round trip from their home in Barrow, Cumbria.
      She spoke about the financial strain and how it led to her having to downsize their home twice.
      Speaking to The Mirror, she said: “There wasn’t a lot of money in girls’ football. In my case, I got a grant of £250 a year from the local council which covered about ten journeys to training, and then I got about £500 from the county council.
      “But it was still hard and I had a good job. I found myself really stretched financially and I downsized twice for extra money.”
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      But the hard work paid off with Georgia now a huge star for the Lionesses and a starting midfielder for German giants Bayern Munich.
      The former Manchester City player always seemed confident that she would make it to the very top though despite what others may have told her.
      When an academy coach suggested she should start considering a different career as “only one” player from her academy group would make it to the professional game, Georgia told her mum: “Don’t worry mum, I’ll be the one.”
      And she certainly has become a roaring success with the 24-year-old on the brink of winning the Women’s World Cup.
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      Georgia has played a part in every game as England have stormed their way through to the World Cup final after beating Australia 3-1 in the semi-final.
      She got the Lionesses’ tournament off to a winning start, scoring the only goal in their opening clash with Haiti from the spot.
      Georgia has featured in every game for the Lionesses at the World CupCredit: Getty
      She has now made 56 appearances for the England national teamCredit: Getty More

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      England’s Women’s World Cup final set to smash UK TV viewing records as Lionesses prepare to make history vs Spain

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      ENGLAND’s World Cup final on Sunday is odds-on to smash UK viewing figures and become this year’s most-watched sporting event.The Lionesses roared into the final after beating hosts Australia 3-1 in Wednesday’s semi-final thanks to goals from Ella Toone, Lauren Hemp and Alessia Russo.
      The Lionesses are ramping up their training ahead of tomorrow’s finalCredit: Getty
      And Lauren James is available to feature again after suspensionCredit: Reuters
      Wiegman will look to continue her perfect record at major tournament’s tomorrowCredit: Getty
      Lucy Bronze has put on another fine display throughout this month’s tournamentCredit: Reuters
      Tomorrow’s final against Spain will represent the first time an England side has made a World Cup final since 1966 – and the Lionesses will be hoping it will be the first time an England side has won a World Cup trophy since then too.
      With the nation gripped by World Cup fever, bookmakers William Hill are offering a special market with the event 1/10 to be the most watched sporting event of the year.
      That means the final is backed by Britain’s leading bookmaker to attract more viewers than the likes of this year’s men’s Champions League and FA Cup finals, as well as tennis’ Wimbledon final and cricket’s final day of the fifth Ashes Test.
      Despite tomorrow’s game representing the the first time the Lionesses have reached a World Cup final they will be full of confidence going into the match-up with Spain.
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      England beat La Roja during their route to Euro glory last year with a 2-1 win at the Amex in the quarter-finals.
      There’s also the fact that Sarina Wiegman has lost just one of her 37 games in charge of England – leading to men’s FA bosses looking across jealously and considering her for the men’s job should Gareth Southgate leave.

      Wiegman will have a fully-fit and available squad to choose from going into the final with Lauren James also back from her two-game suspension.
      James had been England’s star of the tournament going into their round of 16 clash with Nigeria but saw red after stamping on forward Michelle Alozie.
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      The England players applied sun cream to ward off the Aussie sun as the entered their final preparations for tomorrow’s finalCredit: Reuters
      Wiegman mixed up training as some of the players threw medicine balls to eachotherCredit: Getty
      And the Lionesses have coped well in her absence, earning hard-fought victories over Colombia and Australia.
      It’s likely that barring any late injury scares, Wiegman will name an identical team to the one that beat Australia 3-1 – meaning James is likely to feature from the bench.
      Going into tomorrow’s final, striker Alessia Russo said: “Obviously this is the biggest game, the one you dream about, the one that means the most.
      “I feel like it will hit when we’re in the tunnel and ready to walk out. It’s an incredible occasion, it’s been an unbelievable tournament and this is it – this is exactly where we want to be. We can’t wait.” More

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      ‘To think I will be playing in a World Cup final is a pinch-me moment’, says England ace Alessia Russo

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      ALESSIA RUSSO used to dream of scoring in a World Cup final during lively kickabouts in her hometown in Kent. The future England star, 24. would run around in a garden with her mates in East Farleigh in Maidstone imagining herself in action at the tournament. 
      Alessia Russo is set to play in her first World Cup final when England take on Spain at the Stadium Australia in SydneyCredit: Reuters
      The England striker hopes to add her tally of three goals with the team hoping to make history with a first World Cup win on SundayCredit: Getty
      Russo hailed head coach Sarina Wiegman for setting high standards for her sideCredit: PA
      Tomorrow the striker will attempt to make her childhood dream come true when the Lionesses battle Spain for a chance to lift the trophy. 
      A match that Russo describes as “a pinch me moment” with England aiming to win the sport’s biggest prize for the first time. 
      The Lionesses striker, who has two older brothers Luca and Giorgio, said: “When I was a kid we used to play World Cup in the garden and we had to score to stay in.
      “I have such fond memories with the local kids and also my brothers and my youth teams.
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      “It looked like having fun and playing freely.
      “As a kid, growing up to think I would be playing in a World Cup final is a special feeling. A real pinch-me moment.”
      Russo’s last goal at this year’s tournament cemented England’s place in the final.
      The Lioness, who joined Arsenal as a free agent this summer, is in the running for the tournament’s Golden Boot along with pals Lauren Hemp and Lauren James. 
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      The trio have so far notched up three goals each.
      On whether she has a fancy celebration planned should she score in Sydney tomorrow, Russo added: “As far as celebrations go, you can see that mine aren’t planned or anything special 
      “But it’s just what happens in the moment. It’s normally a loud scream and hug whoever is near me.
      “Right now all I want to do is go out, put on a performance to be proud of and obviously to win. 
      “We started this tournament wanting to win seven games and this is the message.
      “This is the last one to go and we’re really locked in. 
      “You have the wise heads in Mary (Earps), Millie (Bright) and Lucy (Bronze) which is great because they’ve experienced a lot.
      “For players, obviously we’re all aware it’s a World Cup final and there’s that on the line.
      “But as soon as you cross the line it’s just a normal game. It’s what we love to do. 
      “It’s 11 v 11 and we have to win. As soon as we step out on the pitch, we know our job and what we need to do.
      “We’re aware it’s a World Cup final but we’ll just play our game.”
      Tomorrow’s match will see Lauren James available for selection following her two-game ban after her sending-off during England’s last-16 defeat of Nigeria. 
      And Russo, who began her senior playing career at Chelsea in 2015, believes the return of the Blues foward is a huge boost for the Euros champs. 
      The 28-capped Lioness said: “I’ve known Lauren since I was 12 at Chelsea. 
      “She’s a special, talented player. We want everyone fit and available is great. 
      “Tooney (Ella Toone) has stepped up as well so we have so many players who can come on and do a job. 
      “But to have a player as special as LJ back in the squad for the final is great. Everyone knows how impressive she’s been in this tournament.”
      Russo sees Lauren James as a “special talent” and this year’s final could the forward back in action for England following her two-match banCredit: Getty
      The Lionesses will be vying to triumph in their second major tournament final under Sarina Wiegman.
      And their boss will be guiding a team in a World Cup final for the second time in her managerial career. 
      England fans in Australia and at home will hope to see the Dutch coach steer her battle-hardened squad to back-to-back tournament wins. 
      For Russo, the Lioness chief has created a national set-up that is ultra competitive but also fun. 
      The England ace said: “Sarina is a winner. She sets the standards so high in training and she leads with real class. 
      “She’s honest and upfront and, as a player, I respect that. It’s nice to have honest conversations with the leader of your team.
      Russo and Lauren Hemp have been in fine form for the Lionesses bagging three goals each at the World CupCredit: Getty
      “It’s great for us because it’s so competitive and everyone is focused on one goal 
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      “But away from the pitch she lets us enjoy our time, relax and switch off which is important.
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      Fortune teller predicts if Lionesses will win the World Cup using asparagus

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      A FORTUNE teller who used asparagus to predict the Lionesses will win the World Cup says Sunday’s final will be decided on penalties.Jemima Packington — the world’s only asparamancer — claims she can peer into the future by tossing spears in the air and reading the shapes they make when they land.
      Asparamancer Jemima is certain that the Lionesses will come out as winners on SundayCredit: SWNS
      She correctly predicted Brexit, Queen Elizabeth’s death and Harry and Meghan quitting the Royal Family.
      She forecast England’s glory at the end of last year.
      Jemima, 66, of Bath, said: “The asparagus told me we’re in for a tense final and the game will go to penalties.
      “But the Lionesses will come out as winners. I am sure of that.
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      “The asparagus could not reveal the score in normal time.
      “But I know it’s going to be an extremely exciting final.
      “We are in for a treat and I am confident of the girls bringing the trophy home.
      “I will be glued to the TV myself. I have been watching every game and they have done the nation proud.
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      “They are inspiring the next generation. It’s wonderful to see so many children into it too.
      “It really put women’s sport firmly on the map.” More

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      They’re straightforward, lack vanity, refuse to be sex objects & are effortlessly patriotic – why we love the Lionesses

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      WATCHING the Lionesses celebrating winning their place in the World Cup Final on Wednesday, I felt a sensation unfamiliar to me.It was like my nose was running — but a bit higher up and bringing with it a feeling of happiness not generally associated with a summer cold.
      The Lionesses refuse to be sex objects and are effortlessly patrioticCredit: Getty
      Could the young Lionesses make the old Wags look any less relevant?Credit: Getty
      I was crying! I never cry. I only ever saw my dad cry once — when Prince, our Alsatian, died.
      Why do the Lionesses make me cry?
      Their confidence, not built on the quicksand of vanity.
      Their refusal to be sex objects and/or victims at a time when the objectification and mental health of young women is at an all-time low.

      Their effortless patriotism when we’ve been told for such a long time that it’s the dirtiest of words.
      Their talent and teamwork at a time when the narcissistic and lonely life of the social influencer is held up as the surest way for ambitious girls to find fame.
      Could the young Lionesses make the old Wags look any less relevant?
      Having dreams, ambitions and passions that money can’t buy — and the self-respect that only paying your own way in life can bring — seems far more enviable than being the kept woman of a man who has to take off his boots in order to count up to 20.
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      If the Lionesses make Wags look bad, they make the male England players look worse.
      These alleged LGBTQ allies — led by “gay icon” David Beckham — were last seen wafting off to Qatar to give good PR to a country where migrant workers are treated like chattels, women are treated like children and homosexuals are treated like criminals.
      The Lionesses draw in multitudes turned off by the ugliness of the male game, with its inordinate share of spouse beaters, cat kickers and sexual assaulters within its ranks.
      All that hype and money — and they haven’t been able to get into a World Cup final for more than half a century.
      Football touches us because, more than any other sport, we can see the child inside the adult — the lack of accoutrements needed means that the poorest kid can access it.
      When a player scores, they react with the joy of a child, as do their friends to their fleeting triumph.
      It’s hard to see the exuberant kid in the over-paid and self-pitying male footballers — but very easy to see it in the Lionesses with their ponytails and bare-faced beauty.
      Their names — Millie Bright, Lucy Bronze, Mary Earps — carry echoes of our Dickensian heritage while also sounding like super-heroines from the future.
      They already sound like names on statues, even though they’re so young.
      When the Lionesses speak, they conjure up a sense of community which the money-mad and globalist male game has lost.
      And by community, I don’t just mean the country whose shirts they wear.
      I mean a wider female community stretching back into the past — the “Lost Lionesses” of the 1971 Women’s World Cup — and reaching into the future.
      Last year, when the Lionesses won the Uefa European Championship, I heard pre-teen girls yelling the players’ names, like war-cries while kicking a ball around on the public lawns at the end of my street.
      This year I heard a little girl adorably singing “Three Lions wearing skirts” in the local Pizza Express.
      This goes beyond football — it goes to the very heart of confidence for the next generation of teenage girls.
      I wonder how many “tomboys” will be stopped from taking the sad journey to the surgeon’s scalpel now that the Lionesses have shown us such a bold new way of being feminine?
      So I don’t really mind crying at long last, but I hope it stays limited to sport.
      I don’t want to start imitating a fire hydrant every time I see an injured dog on Instagram or spontaneously sobbing during ghastly “girly chats”.
      But, at 64, I finally understand why we get emotional when our team (and the Lionesses really are the first time I’ve thought of any team as being “mine”) wins — or loses, because either way, I can see myself snivelling lots tomorrow.
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      Not just because of what they represent for women’s football — but for women.
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      Foreign Secretary James Cleverly scrambled to attend Women’s World Cup final after Rishi Sunak slammed for not going

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      FOREIGN Secretary James Cleverly has been scrambled to attend the final after criticism Rishi Sunak was not going.The minister will fly to Sydney to watch England take on Spain tomorrow.
      James Cleverly will attend the Women’s World Cup Final tomorrowCredit: PA
      The PM, who has decked out Downing Street in England flags, has resisted calls to go.
      Health minister Neil O’Brien said Mr Sunak would “love to be there” but had diary clashes.
      He added: “Some of those things he can’t always move.”
      FA president Prince William has also faced flak for not attending.
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      He is believed to have decided to keep down his carbon footprint.
      Meanwhile, Queen Letizia of Spain is heading there with her 16-year-old daughter.
      LBC broadcaster Nick Ferrari said yesterday: “If it were the blokes, you’d have everybody there.” More