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      Alex Scott ‘loses cool’ live on TV with BBC pundits forced to ‘keep presenter under control’ during Football Focus

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      ALEX SCOTT lost her cool while presenting Football Focus during the Lionesses’ Women’s World Cup quarter-final.Serina Weigmann’s side fought back from a goal down to beat Colombia and earn their spot in the semi-finals of the tournament.
      Alex Scott lost her cool when Lauren Hemp netted for England against ColombiaCredit: INSTAGRAM @BBCSPORT
      She was listening to Dion Dublin talking about Declan Rice when the goal went inCredit: INSTAGRAM @BBCSPORT
      She was presenting on Football FocusCredit: INSTAGRAM @BBCSPORT
      And fans loved the momentCredit: INSTAGRAM @BBCSPORT
      Scott had been tense in the studio but appeared to lose her cool as Lauren Hemp netted last in the first half to equalise for the Lionesses.
      But while Hemp was scoring for England, Scott was listening to Dion Dublin talk about Arsenal’s summer signing Declan Rice.
      She said: “Sorry I am getting carried away here, England have just equalised and I am listening to you talk about Declan Rice.
      “I tell you this is live TV for you, I told you they had to keep me under control, I’ve already lost my cool.”
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      This led to her other pundits, Dublin and Ashley Williams to help keep her under control.
      And fans loved watching the moment as they reacted to a clip of it on Instagram.
      One commented: “I love her.”
      A second wrote: “Absolutely love it!!”
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      A third said: “They properly lost control.”
      A fourth added: “All eyes on the lionesses!! How can you keep your cool?! 🤣.”
      While a fifth joked: “Alex Scott is me at work when I hide to watch the games 😂😂.”
      Alessia Russo netted a winner for England in the second half and they will now face Australia in the semi-final.
      Scott and the rest of the BBC punditry team for the Women’s World Cup have been continuously praised by viewers.
      Scott herself has been hailed for her bold outfits.
      Scott has also been presenting on the World CupCredit: BBC iPlayer
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      Fans hail England boss Sarina Wiegman’s classy gesture as Colombia’s Carolina Arias carried off injured in World Cup tie

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      FANS have praised Sarina Wiegman after she consoled opponent Carolina Arias during their World Cup quarter-final clash.The England boss led her side to book a semi-final date after a gripping 2-1 comeback victory over Colombia.
      England boss Sarina Wiegman has been praised by fans for her classy gestureCredit: Getty
      Wiegman offered some support as Arias was taken from the pitch before the second half of their quarter-final clashCredit: Getty
      Arias was seen sobbing following the injury to her left kneeCredit: Getty
      The entertaining match saw England show their sophistication off the pitch as well as on it.
      This comes as boss Wiegman, 53, was seen consoling the injured Carolina Airas down the tunnel.
      The distraught full-back was left crying after she was forced off in the 10th minute following a hard collision in the box.
      The defender sat sobbing on the bench and watched her side go 1-0 up after Leicy Santos scored in the 44th minute, before England levelled 6 minutes later.

      And in a touch of class, Weigman put the competition aside as she held the Colombian’s hand as she made her journey away at half-time.
      Alessia Russo struck the winner in the 63rd minute as England advanced to the semi-finals for the third straight time. 
      Wiegman is also a step closer to her second consecutive Women’s World Cup final after her Netherlands team was runner-up to the United States in 2019.
      And the compassion didn’t end there, with many England players consoling their Colombian opponents after the full-time whistle.
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      Colombia had an impressive tournament, beating Germany – who were one of the favourites – in the group stage.
      While teenager Linda Caicedo has emerged as one of the tournament’s top stars.
      But it is England who have booked their spot in the semi-finals of the Women’s World Cup.
      The Lionesses’ face hosts Australia on Wednesday 16.
      Jorelyn Carabali of Colombia was comforted by Jessica Carter, Alex Greenwood and Millie BrightCredit: Getty
      England stars followed suit as they consoled Colombia’s players after the matchCredit: AP
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      England 2-1 Colombia LIVE RESULT – Russo’s strike fires heroic Lionesses to Women’s World Cup semi-final

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      ENGLAND have booked a Women’s World Cup semi-final spot after scraping past courageous Colombia.Santos’ superb strike broke the deadlock just as the Lionesses were starting to get on top.
      But Lauren Hemp was in the right place at the right time to pounce on keeper Perez’s calamity in the Colombian goal.
      And Alessia Russo’s low-driven strike turned out to be the winner.

      RESULT: England 2-1 Colombia
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      England XI: Earps; Greenwood, Carter, Bright, Bronze, Daly; Walsh, Stanway, Toone; Russo, Hemp
      Colombia XI: Perez; C.Arias, D.Arias, Carabali, Vanegas; Ospina, Bedoya; Santos; Usme, Caicedo
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      The Lionesses have booked their spot in the Women’s World Cup semi-finals with a 2-1 win over Colombia.
      Goals from Lauren Hemp and Alessia Russo separated the two sides in the end as England dug deep to preserve their advantage for the majority of the second half.
      Now, Sarina Wiegman’s side will face Australia in next week’s match, which is set to take place on Wednesday at 11am BST.
      You won’t want to miss it!
      But until then, thank you for reading!
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      England stars celebrate win
      Lionesses Keira Walsh and Georgia Stanway posed for a selfie in the dressing room after England’s 2-1 win over Colombia.

      Hemp looks forward to Australia clash
      “We’re all so excited. As a group we thrived off the amount of Colombian fans.
      “It just makes it so much more exciting so for me I can’t wait to get going against Australia. It’s going to be a packed out stadium with so many Australian fans but we know if we play at our best, we are unstoppable so hopefully we’ll be able to bring that.”
      Eyes on the prize
      The Lionesses have now reached the final four in each of their last three Women’s World Cup campaigns.
      Credit: Getty
      Alex Greenwood reacts
      “Tonight is about reflecting on this performance, taking lots of positives and getting ready for the semi-final.
      “The aim was to play our game, we have two strong right-sided players in Lucy [Bronze] and Jess [Carter] who did well against [Linda] Caicedo, and we controlled large parts of the game tonight.
      “We were warming up as they were taking the shoot out in Brisbane so we were focused on this game.”
      Credit: Reuters
      Road to the final
      Spain face Sweden and Australia take on England in the semi-finals of the Women’s World Cup.
      Credit: Fifa.com
      Who will England face in the semi-finals?
      The Lionesses are set to face Women’s World Cup co-hosts Australia in the semi-finals of the tournament.
      Australia earned their place in the final four with a 7-6 win on penalties against France following a 0-0 draw.
      The two teams will now meet in the second semi-final next Wednesday at 11am BST.
      Credit: Alamy
      Sarina Wiegman reacts
      “A very tough challenge but we didn’t expect anything else. We showed resilience, in the first half we played very good. In moments we were sloppy on the ball and they were really dangerous on the counter.
      “We conceded but we came back. I actually thought their keeper had the ball for our goal.
      “Second half we pushed, we found a way to keep that score and win the final duals. I just hoped we would have finished the game off sooner because we could have.
      “We know they are dangerous but again I am so proud of the team, we find a way to score to win the duels. If we had kept the ball a bit better, we could have won it a little earlier.”
      Credit: Getty
      ‘Dare to dream’
      England fans can always dare to dream, but we’ll carry on working hard.”Alessia Russospeaking to ITV
      Concern for Daly
      Rachel Daly was seen to by the England physios after full time.
      The full-back appeared to be in some discomfort as she suggested that there was a problem with her knee.
      Credit: EPA
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      Across the 2022 Women’s Euros and 2023 World Cup, only Germany’s Alexandra Popp has scored more goals than Alessia Russo.
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      Lauren Hemp reacts
      Speaking to ITV, the England star said: “What an amazing feeling. I’m knackered, most of the team are but we put in a great performance.
      “You saw the resilience of the team. We controlled most of the game. They had a few counters and we knew what they would bring. The team were really special today.
      “We’ve changed formation a bit in recent games. As a group we’re really adaptable. This squad is special and we have so many characters.
      “I feel really free when I’m on the pitch. I love playing wing, don’t get me wrong, but I can go down the left or the right.
      “The first goal was scrappy, I didn’t expect the ball to come out to me. The link up with Alessia [Russo] is so strong and when she can finish like that.
      “We are all feeling really confident, Australia, bring it on. I’m absolutely over the moon, I can’t wait.
      “The atmosphere here was incredible, it’s going to be incredible again. That’s when you thrive, I feel like we will thrive once again.”
      Credit: Reuters
      Alessia Russo reacts
      Speaking to ITV at full time, the England striker said: “We’re just so happy to get three points and be in the semis.
      “We have had to dig deep from the first game. Colombia have so many players who can cause you so much trouble but the backline was impressive for us.
      “England fans can always dare to dream, but we’ll carry on working hard.”
      Credit: Getty
      England fans react to win
      Fans of the Lionesses have been out in full voice at BoxPark in London to celebrate the win!
      Credit: Alamy
      Full Time – England 2-1 Colombia
      A huge win for the Lionesses!
      It was far from easy, but England dug deep during that second half and clinched the result in superb fashion.
      Alessia Russo and Lauren Hemp were excellent throughout and both thoroughly deserved to get on the scoresheet.
      The defensive trio of Millie Bright, Lauren Hemp and Jess Carter also put on a resilient display to keep Colombia at bay throughout the second half.
      Full Time – England 2-1 Colombia
      England are through to the Women’s World Cup semi finals!
      Credit: Getty
      90+7. England 2-1 Colombia
      Huge chance for Colombia as Ramirez unleashes a powerful strike from just outside the box, but her effort flies just wide of the post.
      One more minute!
      90+3. England 2-1 Colombia
      Wiegman makes another change.
      England is on to replace Hemp.
      Credit: PA
      90+1. England 2-1 Colombia
      Eight minutes have been added on.
      The Lionesses NEED to hold on to this lead, but Colombia are really pushing for the equaliser.
      87. England 2-1 Colombia
      Colombia have a corner.
      The ball is sent into the box, but Bright is there to head it clear.
      84. England 2-1 Colombia
      The Lionesses make their first change.
      Russo is replaced by Kelly.
      82. England 2-1 Colombia
      The Lionesses are skating on thin ice right now.
      Chacon – who replaced Ospina a few minutes ago – breaks through on goal, but Greenwood is forced into making a last-ditch tackle to clear the ball.
      78. England 2-1 Colombia
      A huge defensive slip-up from England sees Walsh lose the ball in a dangerous area.
      Ramirez carries it towards goal, but Carter gets back to make a crucial block.
      That was a let-off for the Lionesses.
      70. England 2-1 Colombia
      Daly loses the ball in midfield and Ramirez carries it forward.
      She squares it to Bedoya in the middle, who unleashes a powerful strike from around 30 yards out from goal.
      Earps is forced to make the save and sends the ball out for a corner.
      Credit: Getty
      67. England 2-1 Colombia
      Colombia are forced into another change.
      Perez is forced off with what appears to be concussion.
      She is replaced by 20-year-old goalkeeper Giraldo.
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      England 2 Colombia 1: Heroic Lionesses fight back from goal down to reach third straight World Cup semi-final

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      ALESSIA RUSSO dashed Colombia’s giant-killing dreams as England ended their hopes of claiming another major scalp at this year’s World Cup.Another flicked Russo special paved the way for Sarina Wiegman’s side to book a semi-final date with Australia after a battling 2-1 win in Sydney.
      Alessia Russo fired in the winner for the LionessesCredit: Getty
      They came from behind to beat ColombiaCredit: Getty
      Lauren Hemp dragged her side level in late in the first halfCredit: Getty
      Leicy Santos had put Colombia in the leadCredit: Getty
      Much has been said about the manner of the Lionesses’ victories in this tournament with displays being less goal-laden and swashbuckling than their previous dismantling opponents under Wiegman.
      But the fact they are grinding out hard-fought wins in a contest without Leah Williamson, Beth Mead and Fran Kirby, should serve as a warning to the contest’s other semi-finalists.
      This summer has seen Wiegman’s battlers scrape their way to victories amid an injury scare and a player suspension with Lauren James banned from this match and the semis’.
      And of all the sides left in the tournament at the quarter-final stage they’ve had the best defensive record having conceded just twice in open play.
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      Against Nigeria last time out, the Lionesses struggled to dominate in attack with the Super Eagles’ pressing vigorously and neutralising James.
      In that game, their opponents struggled with finishing and seemed to be missing that killer instinct in the final third.
      But against Colombia, they came up against a team that has just that. And one unafraid to mix slick passing and threatening counters with some dicey challenges.
      Minutes after World Cup wonderkid Linda Caiceido gave Jess Carter the slip and fired wide in the box, another Colombian teen sensation made her presence felt.
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      Ana Guzman, who entered as a substitute after goalkeeper Catalina Perez injured team-mate Carolina Arias, did well to avoid a booking for some dodgy challenges.
      The defender clattered Lauren Hemp with the forward dropping heavily only to see ref Ektarina Koroleva wave play on despite Sarina Wiegman’s protests.
      And Rachel Daly was on the receiving end of a hand and poke to the face which the ref also chose to ignore.
      Colombia took a 44th-minute lead with Leicy Santos looping dipping shot dropping behind Mary Earps.
      The Lionesses will face Australia in the semi-finalCredit: Getty
      But England silenced the partisan crowd with Hemp punishing a fumble from keeper Perez to level in first-half injury time.
      Colombia looked to hit Wiegman’s aces back early in the second spell with Marya Ramirez crashing a right-footed shot outside the post.
      But it was the Lionesses who pounced with Georgia Stanway nutmegging Daniela Arias to tee up Russo’s second goal of the tournament
      And the Euros champs held out to clinch the win and book a tricky semis date with World Cup co-hosts Australia next Wednesday. More

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      Laura Woods rocks striking outfit for ITV’s World Cup coverage as fans says she’s ‘dictionary definition of perfection’

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      LAURA WOODS was labelled “perfection” as she rocked a striking outfit while fronting ITV’s Women’s World Cup coverage on Saturday morning.The 36-year-old was on the big screen for England’s quarter-final clash with Colombia.
      Laura Woods rocked a striking outfit as fans says she’s the ‘dictionary definition of perfection’Credit: ITV
      The much-loved star is fronting ITV’s Women’s World Cup coverageCredit: Getty
      She got viewers talking with her pink and white outfit in midweekCredit: ITV
      And she stole the show before England’s clash with Colombia in this pink numberCredit: ITV
      And just like over the past week when fans were left swooning over Woods as she sat down to present the coverage of USA’s shock defeat to Sweden and Colombia’s win over Jamaica, it was her that got the viewers talking again.
      The former talkSPORT host wore a pink number for her latest outing on the tele.
      And her legion of fans were quick to hit Twitter to shower her with compliments.
      One tweeted: “Ngl could get very used to football coverage presented by Laura Woods & Katie Shanahan tbh.”
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      Another commented: “Classy Laura Woods classy.”
      “If you looked up perfection in the dictionary you would find a picture of Laura Woods,” tweeted another.
      While a fellow admirer added: “What a women.”
      Woods returned to screens for the World Cup after a well-earned summer off.
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      The Arsenal fan made time to attend Glastonbury festival, Wimbledon and Ascot.
      That wasafter she stepped down from her role as breakfast show presenter on TalkSPORT.
      Woods is set to become a mainstay on fans’ screens on Champions League nights as well as she moves to the re-branded TNT Sports.
      Woods has already attracted plenty of praise throughout the tournament so farCredit: ITV
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      Alessia Russo reflects on England chat with David Beckham and describes it as a ‘pinch-me’ moment

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      ALESSIA RUSSO was “buzzing” when she discovered David Beckham’s daughter Harper can be counted among the Lionesses fans.The England ace described meeting the Three Lions icon as a “pinch-me” moment with the duo sharing World Cup playing experiences. 
      Alessia Russo has opened up on discussing England playing experiences with David BeckhamCredit: Getty
      Russo was reflecting on her conversation with the retired Three Lions hero ahead of the Lionesses’ World Cup clash with ColombiaCredit: Getty
      Russo revealed Beckham was one of her football idols during her childhoodCredit: Times Newspapers Ltd
      The duo met for a chat hosted by Adidas before the Lionesses’ tournament opening clash with Haiti in July.  
      Their meeting saw them swap England shirts and reflect on the joys and pressures of playing for their country on the game’s biggest stage. 
      The striker, 24, who will battle Colombia with her team in the World Cup quarter-final, said: “He’s been one of my idols ever since I was a little girl. 
      “That’s probably one of my biggest highlights off the pitch – to sit and have a normal conversation with someone you used to watch on the world stage when you were younger. 
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      “It was amazing and he was really really nice and a bit of a pinch-me moment in terms of what women’s sport is doing.”
      Beckham, 48, who was capped 115 times before retiring in 2013, played in his first World Cup 25 years ago
      The former England skipper, whose 21-year playing career included spells at Manchester United and Real Madrid, led the Three Lions to two quarter-finals.
      During his chat with Russo, the Inter Miami owner mentioned his daughter Harper, 12, being inspired by Sarina Wiegman’s side. 
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      Russo, who has 26 international caps, added: “It’s special to hear that Harper is a huge fan.
      “He said we should never lose sight of what we’re doing as a team.
      “That was really cool because we’re all in the moment in terms of all we see and compete for every day on the pitch. 
      “The impact you have away from that is what’s really special to hear.”
      On Saturday Russo is set to help her team attempt to reach their first World Cup semi-finals under head coach Wiegman. 
      The duel with Colombia will see the Kent-born striker play in a quarter-final fixture in the tournament for the first time in her career.
      The victors of the clash between the Euros champs and last year’s Copa America Feminina finalists will face Australia or France for a World Cup final spot. 
      Their opponents’ star players include Real Madrid ace Linda Caicedo, 18, who played four international tournaments last year including the Under-17 and Under-20 World Cups. 
      They have proven themselves capable of causing upsets by defeating Germany and South Korea in the group stage. 
      Last month they made headlines when their pre-tournament training game with Vera Pauw’s Republic of Ireland was abandoned after 23 minutes
      The game was halted due to their challenges being deemed too “overly physical”. 
      However, Russo is relishing going toe-to-toe with England’s opponents who are the only South America side left in the tournament. 
      Russo said: “Colombia are a physical team but so are we. 
      “It’s something that we’ve faced before in this tournament and we’ve stepped up.
      “That’s part of the game now, it’s getting more physical. Players are quicker and faster. 
      “I’m quite a big player, in terms of my height and stature, so I’d like to think that I can hold my own, I wouldn’t be doing my job if I couldn’t. 
      “I’m up against Millie Bright most days in training.
      “If there’s ever a test, it’s right there. You prepare for those moments 
      “In this tournament, the levels are so high and it’s great to see. 
      England’s clash with Colombia will see their defences tested by tournament star Linda CaicedoCredit: EPA
      “No one in this tournament is an underdog.
      “Colombia have put on some really good performances and we’ll be ready for them.
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      “It’s great that you can’t take your foot off the gas for one second and not that you could for the Euros. 
      “You can see every game is so tight and that just shows the level of the game right now.” More

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      Fans love Alex Scott’s bold outfit live on BBC as Women’s World Cup presenting team branded ‘fantastic watch’

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      FANS have been full of praise for the “fantastic” BBC presenting team for the Women’s World Cup.The likes of Alex Scott, Gabby Logan and Farah Williams are the latest to be hailed during their coverage of Sweden’s quarter-final win over Japan.
      The BBC presenting team have been hailed for their coverage of the Woman’s World CupCredit: BBC iPlayer
      Fans also loved Alex Scott’s outfitCredit: BBC iPlayer
      She donned an open-collar jumpsuitCredit: BBC iPlayer
      The trio gave the low down on the game as the Europeans edged to a 2-1 victory to earn a spot in the semi-finals.
      While giving their analysis, Scott wowed in a smart open-collar jumpsuit.
      And fans have been loving the coverage and outfits during the coverage of the tournament on social media.
      One Tweeted: “Fara Williams has been so so good for the BBC throughout this tournament.
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      “Watching Alex Scott, Ellen White and Fara Williams taking the reins of punditry has just been such a fantastic watch.”
      A second commented: “Good match so far, but Japan need to get in the game more, show their skills! BBC Alex Scott and Gabby Logan looking hot.”
      A third wrote: “There is no better punditry than the absolute golden trio of Alex Scott, Fara Williams, and Gabby Logan, genuinely feel like I’m sat having a goss with three friends.”
      A fourth said: “Say what ya want about women’s football, I love it.
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      Scott, Gabby Logan (left) and Farah William (right) presented the coverage of Sweden’s game against JapanCredit: BBC iPlayer
      Scott has often wowed with her outfits during the tournamentCredit: BBC
      She also donned this smart black outfitCredit: BBC Sport
      “Loved this #WWC2023 more than ever and Gabby, Alex Scott and Farrah Williams are excellent on BBC.”
      While a fifth added: “Loving your work on the Women’s World Cup coverage Alex. Well done! Brilliant.”
      BBC presenter Scott has been a regular sight for viewers since the start of the World Cup tournament.
      Scott has previously dazzled in a black dress, while she was also present for the tournament’s opening game as a pundit while Logan opened proceedings on the presenting side.
      On ITV’s coverage, Laura Woods had fans equally enamoured as she donned a bold blue outfit.
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      Lauren James BANNED for two matches after Women’s World Cup stamp… but could still play huge part for England

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      LAUREN JAMES has been banned for two matches following her stamp against Nigeria.The Lionesses star, 21, was given her marching orders for the stamp on Michelle Alozie’s back in the Women’s World Cup round of 16.
      Lauren James has been banned for two matchesCredit: Getty
      She saw red for this stamp on Nigeria’s Michelle AlozieCredit: Getty
      James was dismissed after a VAR review of the incidentCredit: Alamy
      The confirmation of the ban by Fifa means that James will only feature again in the tournament should England make it all the way to the final.
      Despite going down to ten in the match against Nigeria, England managed to edge through after a penalty shootout was needed to separate the sides.
      James will be a miss for the team as she had been in red-hot form for Sarina Wiegman’s side – scoring the winner against Denmark and two in the victory over China during the group stage.
      She has since apologised for the moment on social media as she insisted she has “love and respect” towards Alozie.
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      The attacker also claimed that she would “learn from the experience”.
      Wiegmann also had her say on the matter and argued that the stamp was “wholly out of character” and that she is the “sweetest person”.

      In an official statement, the Lionesses wrote: “Lauren is really sorry for her actions which led to the red card and is full of remorse. It is wholly out of character for her.
      “We will be supporting Lauren though-out and will be putting forward representation on her behalf. We fully respect Fifa’s disciplinary process and will not be making any further comment until after any decision has been made.”
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      There were fears she could miss the rest of the tournamentCredit: Getty
      But she could play again in the tournament if England make the finalCredit: AP
      ITV presenter Laura Woods tweeted in support of James, writing: “We’re only through because of her! Please don’t start this narrative.
      “Yes, silly foul. But there’s a reason everyone’s been talking about her. Huge talent, first World Cup, enormous pressure. She’s human.”
       Alozie also appeared to forgive James on social media after tweeting: “Abeg, rest.
      “We are playing on the world’s stage.
      “This game is one of passion, insurmountable emotions, and moments.
      “All respect for Lauren James.”
      The Lionesses will be without James for their quarter-final against Colombia on Saturday.
      She will be watching from the sidelines due to the ban, but will remain hopeful her team-mates can carry on without her and make it to the final.
      Should the Lionesses get through the quarter-final and semi-final then James could be recalled to the team for a potential final. More