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      How many games will England’s Lauren James miss at the Women’s World Cup after red card?

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      ENGLAND are through to the World Cup quarter-finals after their win over Nigeria, but the victory came with a price. The Lionesses defeated the African side 4-2 on penalties after a tense 120 minutes of action finished goalless.
      Lauren James stamped on her opponent and was sent off as a resultCredit: PA
      Lauren James was originally shown a yellow before the decision was changed to redCredit: Getty
      But England’s player of the tournament so far Lauren James was sent off deep into the second half of normal time.
      James got into a scuffle on the floor with Nigeria’s Michelle Alozie, electing to stamp on her while she got up off the deck herself.
      The referee immediately went to look at the VAR screen before brandishing her red card in James’ direction.
      The Chelsea star will now be suspended, but for how long?
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      How many games will Lauren James miss at the World Cup?
      As it stands, James will miss just the quarter-finals, which will be against Colombia or Jamaica.
      James would be a huge miss for the game, having scored three times this tournament for England so far.
      She’s also registered three assists, proving herself to be a creator as well.
      But things could get worse for James and England, as she may miss more than just one game.
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      As James was sent off for violent conduct, FIFA could impose a further ban on her.
      Her ban could extend to two or even three games, like the suspension given to Nigeria’s Deborah Abiodun, who was sent off in their opening game with Canada.
      Abiodun went on to miss the next two group games and the loss to England in the quarter-finals. More

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      Fuming World Cup fans demand BBC ‘sort it out’ as supporters bemoan ‘annoying’ technical issue for England vs Nigeria

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      FUMING fans were demanding that the BBC “sort it out” after an “annoying” technical issue during England’s crunch World Cup match.Sarina Wiegman’s side are currently taking on Nigeria in the quarter-final this morning.
      Fans were left fuming at the BBC’s coverage of England versus NigeriaCredit: Getty
      A time-lapse meant that the commentary was a few seconds ahead of the actionCredit: BBC
      The Lionesses roared into the last 16 with a stunning 6-1 win over China in their final game in Group D.
      And now the nation is tuning in to BBC One to see whether they can build on that incredible victory and advance to the semi finals.
      However, an annoying time-lapse meant that the commentary on the game was actually a couple of seconds AHEAD of the action.
      And fans quickly took to Twitter to vent their fury as they urged the Beeb to get it sorted as quickly as possible.
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      One asked: “Anyone else’s BBC commentary out of sync with the pictures?
      “Knew that shot had hit the bar and Mary Earps had made a save about a second before they happened.”

      Another raged: “If I have to pay a license fee the BBC could at least make sure their pictures and commentary are in sync.”
      A fellow viewer fumed: “The BBC commentary being a couple of seconds ahead of the cameras is really killing the suspense of #ENGNGA, to be honest.”
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      Another viewer tweeted: “BBC commentary is in front of the game and it’s SO annoying. Basically telling me what’s going to happen before it actually does…”
      While a fellow fan demanded: “Why is the commentary out?! Sort it BBC.”
      It was a major own goal for BBC – especially after viewers had earlier declared that they could not “get enough” of Alex Scott ahead of England’s crunch showdown.
      The Lionesses’ legend appeared on screen to provide the pre-match coverage as she rocked a trendy black outfit.
      And fans quickly took to social media to hail the 38-year-old former England and Arsenal right-back on Twitter.

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      England vs Nigeria LIVE SCORE: Lionesses THROUGH to World Cup quarter-final on penalties – latest updates

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      ENGLAND are THROUGH to the World Cup quarter-finals after beating Nigeria on penalties. Top scorer Lauren James was sent off in normal time for a STAMP to leave the Lionesses in trouble with the game heading to extra-time.
      But they rode out the additional 30 minutes to reach a penalty shootout, where they beat the African side 4-2 thanks to Chloe Kelly’s winning penalty.

      Kick-off time: 8.30am BST
      Stream FREE: BBC One/iPlayer
      England XI: Earps, Bronze, Walsh, Greenwood, Brighton, James, Stanway, Daly, Hemp, Carter, Russo
      Nigeria XI: Nnadozie, Plumptre, Ohale, Demehin, Alozie, Onumonu, Payne, Ucheibe, Ajibade, Ayinde, Kanu

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      England book their place in the quarter-finals in dramatic fashion with a 4-2 win on penalties following a 0-0 draw with Nigeria.
      It was far from their best performance, but the Lionesses battled hard to overcome a very well-organised team.
      They now face either Jamaica or Columbia in the next round, which is set to take place this Saturday at 11:30am BST.
      Until then, thank you for reading!
      More worry for Walsh
      Keira Walsh was accompanied by two England physios as she left the pitch towards the end of the match.
      The midfielder has only just recovered from her knee injury, so there are now some potential doubts surrounding her availability for the next match.
      Credit: PA
      Wiegman reacts to James’ red card
      “It was a moment of a split second. It was later in the game so players get tired.
      “She’s inexperienced on this stage and had done well but she lost her emotions. She doesn’t want to hurt anyone. She’s the sweetest person I know.
      “Things happen like that and you can’t change it anymore. It’s a huge lesson to learn but it’s not something she really did on purpose. I’ve spoken to her. I just said, ‘That happens sometimes with human beings’.
      “You’re in such an intense game, such an emotional game and in a split second she lost her emotions. Of course, she apologised and feels really, really bad. She doesn’t want to hurt anyone.”
      Credit: Getty
      ‘Lauren is magic’
      We all know Lauren is magic, she is our weapon and it’s a big loss for us but we can’t change that now.
      We have an unbelievable squad and players who can fill in in that position and hopefully we can see her again in the tournament.”Bethany Englandon James’ red card
      Sarina Wiegman reacts
      Speaking to BBC Sport, the England boss said: “We stuck together as a team. It was a very, very hard game and we had a red card.
      “We made it through to extra-time and won the penalties. We did that as a team. We kept going. I’m so proud of them.
      “It’s a game where emotions are really high, the intensity is so high and it happened in a split second.
      “She [Lauren James] got a red card but I haven’t seen it back yet. Those things are also [down to] experience.
      “It says so much about the character of our team [to hold on and win on pens]. I’m so proud of them.
      “We said before it would not be an easy game, they’re very physical, and tactically difficult. That’s what we saw. We made it through and I’m so happy.”
      Credit: Getty
      Ice Cold
      Chloe Kelly’s penalty clocked at 110.79km/h – which would’ve been the fastest goal of the tournament so far, but those in penalty shootouts do not count towards the official standings.
      Credit: Getty
      England set to miss James
      Lauren James is set to miss at least one match due to the red card she received today.
      The Chelsea star was sent off for stepping on the back of Michelle Alozie in the 87 minute.
      The challenge is now expected to be reviewed by FIFA officials, who could choose to extend the suspension to two or three games due to violent conduct.
      Credit: Getty
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      Read SunSport’s match report HERE.

      Mary Earps reacts
      “Obviously I’m just happy that we got the job done in the end, and yeah, onto the next.
      “I think all the wins are significant, it’s just obviously about trying to get as far in the competition as you possibly can.
      “I think Nigeria played really, really well. I don’t think we were at our best and then we went down to 10 and it was a really tough game for us.
      “But I’m just buzzing that we got the job done.”
      Credit: PA
      Chloe Kelly reacts
      Speaking to BBC Sport, England’s match winner said: “It’s amazing. Anything that’s thrown at us, we show what we’re capable of.
      “We dig deep as a group and we believe in our ability.
      “We’ve been practising penalties a lot and, yeah, it’s working! When I walk up to take a penalty, I think, ‘I’m gonna score’. That’s how I look at it.”
      “Once I win that mental battle, we’re good.”
      On scoring another winning goal, she added: “Nah, [it’s] definitely not [about me]. It’s the team.
      “We did in the Euros, we did it in the Finalissima and we did it again here. We keep pushing forward.
      “There’s more to come from this special team.”
      Credit: Getty
      Full Time – England 4-2 Nigeria (0-0 AET)
      Nigeria must be commended for their outstanding performance today.
      The Super Falcons executed their game plan to perfection, limiting England’s attacking trio of Lauren Hemp, Alessia Russo and Lauren James when each of them were on the ball.
      Their player-to-player approach saw England create just 12 attempts at goal – only four of which were on target.
      Randy Waldrum and his side can be very proud of that display against the European champions.
      Full Time – England 4-2 Nigeria (0-0 AET)
      Wow! WHAT. A. GAME.
      It wasn’t pretty, but England have secured their place in the next round.
      They had to dig deep, but the Lionesses got over the line in the end in the most dramatic fashion!
      Credit: Getty
      Full Time – England 4-2 Nigeria (0-0 AET)
      England are through to the quarter-finals!
      Chloe Kelly is the hero of the hour once again!
      Credit: Getty
      Penalties – England 4-2 Nigeria
      Kelly scores!
      ENGLAND WIN IT!!!!
      Penalties – England 3-2 Nigeria
      Ucheibe sends Earps the wrong way!
      Penalties – England 3-1 Nigeria
      Greenwood scores!
      Penalties – England 2-1 Nigeria
      Ajibade gets Nigeria on the scoreboard!
      Penalties – England 2-0 Nigeria
      Daly fires her shot into the roof of the net!
      Penalties – England 1-0 Nigeria
      Alozie blasts her shot over the bar!
      England LEAD!
      Penalties – England 1-0 Nigeria
      England fires her shot into the top-left corner!
      Penalties – England 0-0 Nigeria
      Desire first her shot wide as well!
      We’re STILL level!
      Penalties – England 0-0 Nigeria
      Stanway misses!
      Extra Time Full Time – England 0-0 Nigeria
      And… breathe.
      We’re going to penalties!
      Credit: Reuters
      120. England 0-0 Nigeria
      The Lionesses make another change.
      Walsh makes her way off the pitch while accompanied by the physios.
      She is replaced by Zelem.
      Three minutes have been added on.
      119. England 0-0 Nigeria
      Huge chance for England!
      Greenwood sends a long free kick into the Nigeria penalty area from the halfway line.
      The Lionesses have almost every player in the box, but Beth England rises to head the ball towards goal.
      Her effort flies towards the target, but narrowly misses and runs out for a goal kick.
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      Watch narrowest VAR call in history knock USA out of Women’s World Cup after bizarre Sweden penalty

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      THE US Women’s National Team were eliminated from the Women’s World Cup following one of the narrowest VAR calls you are likely to see.An entire 120 minutes of action was not enough to separate the former world champions and Sweden, leading them to a penalty shootout.
      USA were knocked after the ball narrowly went over the line
      Alyssa Naeher attempted to claw the ball out before it spun into the netCredit: Reuters
      But Lina Hurtig’s strike was deemed to be over the lineCredit: Reuters
      And this turned out to be a thrilling back-and-forth encounter, with the pendulum swinging both ways.
      But it was Sweden who scored the killing blow in the most dramatic of circumstances.
      After Kelly O’Hara had missed the USA’s seventh kick off the shootout, Lina Hurtig stepped up to try and put Sweden into the quarter finals.
      The 27-year-old shot towards her left, but US goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher appeared equal to it as she dived to her right.
      However, Naeher only managed to palm the ball upwards and crucially not over the bar.
      As gravity brought the ball down to earth, the backspin saw the ball tumble towards the goal.
      Naeher scrambled to claw the ball out of net. And the 35-year-old appeared to have succeeded.
      But Hurtig was adamant the ball had crossed the line and could be seen asking the ref to check.
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      Megan Rapinoe was left in tears after the USA’s eliminationCredit: Getty
      Defeat means it is the USWNT’s worst-ever performance at a World Cup.Credit: Getty
      Sweden were ecstatic with their 6-5 shootout winCredit: Reuters
      Swedish players crowded around a phone in the dressing room to see the decisionCredit: Getty
      And following a goal-line technology check, the ref declared the ball had crossed the line, sending the Swedish players into pandemonium as they won 6-5 on penalties.
      VAR images shown after the shootout showed how incredibly tight the call was, with the ball going over the line by the finest of margins.

      And Swedish players were seen checking out the narrow decision in the dressing room after the game, crowding around a mobile phone which displayed the decision.
      Being knocked out left Megan Rapinoe in tears after blazing her penalty over the crossbar.
      It means USA will not be champions for the first time since 2011, with the Stars and Stripes winning in both 2015 and 2019.
      And defeat makes this the USWNT’s worst-ever World Cup appearance, having never failed to make the semi-final stage.
      USA captain Lindsey Horan gave an emotional interview following the game, which ended hopes of a third-straight title.
      She told FOX: “A lot went into this performance. It was about being confident, patient. We played some beautiful football today.
      “This is part of the game. Penalties suck. They are cruel. I’m proud of every player who took a penalty today. It’s courageous.”
      And soccer fans could barely believe the VAR drama they had witnessed, taking to social media.
      One gasped: “That was the craziest shootout I’ve ever seen.”
      Another wrote: “How was that so close??”
      While a third said: “I’m so happy for them. Big win for Sweden.”
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      Of the nations left, the only former World Cup winner remaining is Japan – who will face Sweden in the quarter-finals.
      More to follow…For the latest news on this story, keep checking back at Sun Online.The-sun.com is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, sports news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures, and must-see videos. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TheSunUS and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheUSSun. More

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      England given World Cup knockout clash boost with Keira Walsh’s return to team training following injury

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      KEIRA WALSH has given England a fitness boost by returning to team training earlier today before their World Cup clash with Nigeria on Monday. This comes two days after the Barcelona midfielder was spotted training alone for the first time since her injury scare last Friday.
      Keira Walsh was all smiles at England’s training session ahead of their World Cup last-16 clash with NigeriaCredit: Getty
      Walsh returned to training with her team-mates for the first time since being stretchered off after injuring her knee during England’s defeat of DenmarkCredit: PA
      Her ongoing recovery will come as welcome news to Lionesses fans with her side aiming to claim a quarter final spot in the tournament in Australia and New Zealand. 
      Walsh, 28, has stepped up her rehab since damaging her knee during the Lionesses’ World Cup group stage defeat of Denmark 
      The England ace has been out of match action since being stretchered close to half time of that match on July 28. 
      Earlier this week the FA revealed the midfielder, who missed her side’s 6-1 demolition of China on Tuesday, had been put on an individual training programme. 
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      And she was seen at the Lionesses’ Central Coast Stadium training base on Friday for the first time since officials confirmed she had not sustained an ACL injury. 
      It is not yet known whether Walsh will feature for England in their last-16 duel against Nigeria at Brisbane Stadium at 08:30 UK time. 
      Their clash with the 11-time Women’s African Cup of Nations champs will be one of the sternest tests they have faced this year. 
      The Super Falcons have already proven they are a match for teams inside Fifa’s top ten.
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      Their group stage run saw them beat tournament co-hosts Australia and snatch a draw with Canada. 
      Nigeria aces Ashleigh Plumptre and Glory Ogbonna will be aiming to help the Super Falcons reach the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time everCredit: Getty
      Following Germany’s shock exit the Lionesses’ will be wary of becoming the latest football giants undone at the tournament. 
      Wiegman’s side, who conceded just once in the World Cup’s group stages, have emerged as firm contenders to lift the trophy. 
      On Friday forecasting research firm Nielsen revealed England have now overtaken the USA as favourites to go all the way in this year’s contest. More

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      Watch Spain star Codina score ‘absolute shocker’ own goal… before redeeming herself in perfect way at World Cup

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      SPAIN star Laia Codina scored a ‘shocker’ of an own goal before redeeming herself at the Women’s World Cup.Spain sealed their place in the quarter-finals with a 5-1 win over Switzerland – but they didn’t help themselves.

      Laia Codina netted a shocking own goal
      Her back pass flew beyond the goalkeeper and into the net
      Laia Codina made amends by scoring at the right end later in the gameCredit: Getty
      Aitana Bonmati had put them in front after just five minutes before the Swiss were given a huge helping hand through Codina.
      The defender picked up the ball near the halfway line and turned to play the ball to goalkeeper Cata Coll.
      Codina overcooked her long range back pass with the stopper well out of her box.
      Coll scrambled back but the ball flew past her and rolled into the back of the net to level the score.
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      The howler was described by one commentator as an “absolute shocker” and “disastrous”.
      Another reacted: “Oh my goodness me, that is an absolute catastrophe.”

      Codina eventually made amends for her error as she scored to make it 4-1 to Spain.
      The Barcelona star poked home from a corner after 44 minutes.
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      She became the fourth player ever to score at both ends during a Women’s World Cup match, following in the footsteps of American Brandi Chastain, Argentina’s Eva Gonzalez and Angie Ponce of Ecaudor.
      Spain will now play the winner of the clash between the Netherlands and South Africa.
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      Watch heart-warming moment Morocco find out they’ve made World Cup last 16 as fans say ‘this is what makes sport great’

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      MOROCCO’S Atlas Lionesses made history this week by qualifying for the Women’s World Cup round-of-16 at the first time of asking.And they did so in epic fashion, knocking two-time champions Germany out in the process.
      Morocco gathered to find out if they had progressed following their 1-0 win over ColumbiaCredit: ITV
      When the news broke, everybody wheeled away in celebrationCredit: ITV
      Several players ran away to celebrate, while some broke down in tearsCredit: ITV
      Several stars broke down in tears following the historic winCredit: EPA
      The tournament debutants clinched a 1-0 win over Group H winners Columbia on Thursday, taking their points total up to six.
      Meanwhile, Germany were held to a 1-1 draw by South Korea which left them third in the group on four points.
      Morocco’s clash with Columbia finished a few minutes before the conclusion of Germany’s match, so the Atlas Lionesses were forced to wait to find out if they had progressed to the knockout stages.
      The entire 23-woman squad and several members of staff gathered in the centre of the pitch to listen out for the other result.
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      And when they finally found out that they had earned a spot in the round-of-16, everybody ran to celebrate.
      While some people wheeled away in celebration, others fell to their knees in tears, overcome with emotion.
      Morocco manager Reynald Pedros also broke down in tears when the result was announced.
      Many fans took to social media to react, with one person writing: “S**t like this is what makes the sport great.”
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      Another added: “Doesn’t get any better than that! Congrats Morocco.”
      While a third person commented: “THIS IS WHY FOOTBALL IS THE GREATEST SPORT IN THE WORLD!”
      After the historic win, Pedros said: “To be the first Arab country to do this at the World Cup is exceptional. Tonight was absolutely fabulous.
      “I think that the result [6-0 defeat] versus Germany was definitely because emotions were definitely overwhelming for us. And we didn’t manage to play the way we usually play.
      “But we mobilised the players after, we helped them to be motivated again and we explain to them that it was the group stage, with two more games to play.
      “We worked a lot and we got the ticket to have a small final somehow against Colombia.
      “And we knew that if even if we were to beat Colombia, we would need Germany not to win against Korea. So at the end of the day, we didn’t really think about Germany, to be honest with you.”
      Morocco boss Pedros broke down in tears after the matchCredit: Reuters More

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      Fifa launches urgent investigation into Women’s World Cup coach over claims he ‘rubbed player’s breasts’

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      FIFA has launched an urgent investigation into a Women’s World Cup coach over claims he rubbed a player’s breasts. Bruce Mwape, the coach of Zambia, has been accused of rubbing his hands over the chest of one of his players just two days before the team won their first match.
      Zambia head coach Bruce Mwape is accused of sexual misconductCredit: Getty
      The squad took to the field against Costa Rica in New Zealand on Monday, coming out on top 3-1 and placing third in their group.
      An insider has now claimed several players saw Mwape rub his hands over the chest of a teammate on the Friday.
      The source close to the team told the Guardian: “It’s not appropriate for a coach to be touching a player’s breasts.”
      Fifa today confirmed it was investigating an “allegation of misconduct” involving the Zambian team.
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      The football giant said: “Fifa takes any allegation of misconduct extremely seriously and has a clear process in place for anyone in football who wants to report an incident.
      “We can confirm that a complaint has been received in relation to the Zambian women’s national team and this is currently being investigated. We cannot provide further details regarding an ongoing investigation for obvious confidentiality reasons.
      “Anyone who wishes to report allegations or information related to abuse in football can do so via Fifa’s confidential reporting platform, with all information that is submitted to Fifa handled in the strictest of confidence.
      “In addition, Fifa offers support and assistance to ensure the safety of those who report a safeguarding issue, including witnesses who come forward and give testimony in Fifa judicial cases.
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      “Where guilt is established, Fifa takes the strongest possible sanctions, including removing people from the game for life. Our track record demonstrates this.”
      Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) and Mwape, who has been leading the team since 2018, did not respond to the Guardian’s requests for comment. More