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The future’s Bright: Millie says Lionesses can reach ‘another level’

England defender Millie Bright has emphasised the European champions can reach “another level” as they work towards next summer’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. The Lionesses made history at the home Euros in July as victory over Germany at ...

08 Oct 2022 at 23:30

World

Oscar winners cut off their hair in support of protesters in Iran

Oscar-winning actresses Marion Cotillard and Juliette Binoche and other stars including the UK’s Charlotte Rampling, Charlotte Gainsbourg and singer Jane Birkin have filmed themselves cutting off locks of their hair in support of protesters in Iran....

05 Oct 2022 at 13:13

Football

Men’s Euro qualifying groups set to be capped at five as Nations League expands

Men’s European Championship qualifying groups are set to be capped at no more than five teams for the 2028 tournament onwards, with more matches set to be introduced in the Nations League. The PA news agency understands the proposals were ...

08 Oct 2022 at 17:09

Unrealistic post-baby body images on social media ‘may worsen body satisfaction’

Unrealistic images of post-baby bodies on social media could be leading to additional stress among new mothers, a study suggests. Researchers said that most images of women on Instagram tagged with #postpartumbody do not reflect the ...

06 Oct 2022 at 00:01

Women ‘more anxious about bills and depressed about cost of living’

Women feel more anxious about paying bills and household costs and depressed about the cost-of-living crisis than men, a survey suggests. The cost-of-living crunch is having a disproportionate impact on women’s mental health, the ...

07 Oct 2022 at 14:17

Soccer

Emma Doherty hits the winner for Ireland in vital U-19 qualifier

Buncrana native Emma Doherty scored the only goal as Ireland defeated Northern Ireland in their second outing in the 2022/23 UEFA Women's Under-19 European Championships in Poland. Following on from a 1-1 draw with hosts Poland ...

07 Oct 2022 at 16:33

Football

Stamping out abusive behaviour must be priority for women’s sport – Lucy Bronze

England defender Lucy Bronze says eliminating abusive behaviour and sexual misconduct is “top of the list” of changes required in women’s sport amid the scandal gripping football in the United States. Governing body US Soccer ...

05 Oct 2022 at 16:00

Football

‘Forgotten’ Lianne Sanderson criticises FA after Wembley omission and name error

Former Lioness Lianne Sanderson believes the FA “forgot about” her and other former England players, calling out the governing body in an emotional post on social media. Striker Sanderson earned 50 caps for her country but ...

08 Oct 2022 at 20:35

Football

Sarina Wiegman reminds England of World Cup target after United States victory

Sarina Wiegman stressed England will only be able to lay claim to being the best team on the planet once they have lifted the World Cup after her side defeated the United States 2-1 in a friendly at Wembley. Returning to ...

08 Oct 2022 at 02:04

Rugby Union

England make record-breaking start to World Cup campaign

England started their World Cup campaign with an 84-19 rout of tournament debutants Fiji. The Red Roses assured themselves of a bonus point in the first half but they led only 24-14 at the game’s midway point. However, ...

08 Oct 2022 at 09:41

Football

Wales coach Gemma Grainger welcomes VAR for crunch World Cup play-offs

Head coach Gemma Grainger has welcomed the use of VAR for Wales Women’s World Cup play-off action. Wales host Bosnia and Herzegovina in Cardiff on Thursday, the first of three potential games needed to reach next ...

05 Oct 2022 at 18:11

Football

Aston Villa beat Manchester United on penalties in Continental Cup opener

Aston Villa started their FA Women’s Continental League Cup by edging out Manchester United 4-3 on penalties in a dramatic shootout where seven spot-kicks were saved. Villa goalkeeper Anna Leat was the hero, ...

01 Oct 2022 at 16:35

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