All news by author: Louise Wilkes

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Fara Williams reflects on England's road to final and Women's World Cup fever
Former Lioness recalls moment of World Cup fever after a tough reflection of performances by England
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Lionesses legend Fara Williams makes WSL predictions after World Cup success
Former Lionesses star Fara Williams has given her predictions for the upcoming Women's Super League season, having successfully predicted results during the Women's World Cup
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Injured England captain Williamson sends message to Lionesses after final defeat
England's Lionesses suffered heartbreak in the World Cup final as they were beaten by Spain - with absent captain Leah Williamson watching on at Stadium Australia
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Mary Earps mocks England kit decision yet again with World Cup Final display
Kit manufacturers have failed England goalkeeper Mary Earps on every level, ignoring the call to sell the Lionesses No.1's shirt throughout the tournament
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England set up first ever Women's World Cup final showdown - when the final is
The Lionesses have made their first ever Women's World Cup final and face a ferociously attacking opponent
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Sam Kerr admits pretending to be a boy and teammate "cried when he found out"
Australia and Chelsea star striker Sam Kerr had to battle her way through the youth football ranks pretending to be a boy for years until her father and coach put a stop to it
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England star Georgia Stanway showcases familiar dominance at Women's World Cup
The Bayern Munich midfielder's stats were included in research comprising of the most 'aggressive' player in the 2023 Women's World Cup - and Stanway has shown her familiar traits this summer
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Sarina Wiegman's options after Kiera Walsh concern in Women's World Cup clash
England manager Sarina Wiegman has plenty of talent to choose from but it's a big ask to plug the Lionesses' Kiera Walsh-shaped hole on the grand stage
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US Women's players branded 'disrespectful' over national anthem refusal
Six players took part in a silent protest before the USA’s 1-1 draw with the Netherlands but they have come in for fierce criticism from journalists and fans in their country
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5 talking points as Spain in Women's World Cup last-16 but Zambia crash out
SPAIN 5-0 ZAMBIA: Spain's victory comes at a cost for Zambia's place in the tournament as the second back-to-back 5-0 defeat throws them out of their first ever Women's World Cup
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BBC apologise for "inappropriate" question to footballer at Women's World Cup
The BBC have issued an apology after a reporter caused a ruckus at Morocco's pre-Germany press conference at the Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand
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Japan's class act off the field after thrashing Zambia in Women's World Cup game
The 2011 World Cup winners continue to show why they are a class act on and off the pitch, after they left their changing room spotless following their 5-0 over tournament debutants Zambia
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Nike should be ashamed - Pathetic Mary Earps kit snub fails women everywhere
England goalkeeper Earps herself has offered to fund the selling of the Lionesses goalkeeper shirt and still the answer is no - but it may have just spurred the world's best 'keeper on to prove Nike wrong
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Carney suggests England "got away with one" as weakness exposed in Haiti win
England battled their way past a determined Haiti to start their World Cup campaign with a difficult yet valuable three points thanks to Georgia Stanway's winner from the penalty spot
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Wright calls for ban after spotting fans with signs in England's World Cup win
England legend Ian Wright took to Twitter to vent his frustration after he spotted fans holding signs during the Lionesses' 1-0 win over Haiti in the Womens' World Cup
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Where to watch Lionesses' Women's World Cup opening game on TV
The entire tournament will be shown live on BBC and ITV and here's exactly how to watch the Lionesses
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Phil Foden makes Women's World Cup prediction as England eye historic triumph
England men's and Manchester City star Phil Foden voiced his support for the "quality" Lioness side ahead of their Women's World Cup campaign
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Ex-England star details unseen Women's World Cup challenge facing 15 Lionesses
Anita Asante reflected on her first major tournaments and gives insight to how some of the Lionesses will be feeling ahead of their first game at this summer's World Cup when they take on Haiti in their opening group game
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Ex-England star Katie Chapman's advice for Lionesses ahead of Women’s World Cup
“There's always going be a first time,” said Chapman on Sarina Wiegman's 15 debutant players making the grand stage
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England boss Sarina Wiegman addresses Lionesses' choices over World Cup armbands
England manager Sarina Wiegman opens up about the arm band situation among the pre-tournament camp
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Meet the first female boss of an English men's professional football team
Former academy manager Dingley has taken charge of League Two side Forest Green Rovers following the sacking of Duncan Ferguson, making her a pioneer in English football
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Four Women's World Cup teams whose chances of participating remain in jeopardy
South Africa, Canada, Jamaica and Nigeria are forced to fight for basic and legislative rights instead of focusing on their Women's World Cup preparation, with the tournament kicking off this month
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Toone on England pressure at World Cup - 'We've got a target on our backs'
Ella Toone is likely to form a key part of Sarina Wiegman's attack in Australia, with Chelsea star and fellow No.10 Fran Kirby currently side-lined and not making the trip Down Under
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Jill Scott responds to 'pinch me' Soccer Aid moment and facing Usain Bolt
Manchester City and Lioness legend Jill Scott talks everything Soccer Aid in her first outfit as captain, with the England legend also revealing her concerns over facing Usain Bolt
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Scott "so happy" prediction to England team-mate came true ahead of FA Cup final
"It makes me smile so much," says the former Lionesses midfielder as she opened up in an exclusive chat with Mirror Football about the growth of the women's game ahead of an historic sell-out FA Cup final between Chelsea and Man Utd
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