England held to frustrating 0-0 draw by Portugal in World Cup tune-up
MILTON KEYNES, England : England were held to a 0-0 draw by Portugal in a friendly on Saturday in a frustrating World Cup warm-up for the fourth-ranked Lionesses.
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Sarina Wiegman offers verdict on England's Women's World Cup preparation plans
Sarina Wiegman, the mastermind behind England's Euro victory, is staying calm despite a lack of warm-up games ahead of the Women's World Cup. The Lionesses kick off their preparations with a clash against Portugal in Milton Keynes this Saturday, before embarking on their journey to Australia and New Zealand just four days later.
Lehmann most influential women's player on Instagram ahead of World Cup
MANCHESTER, England : Switzerland's Alisha Lehmann, arguably as well known for her social media presence as her prowess on the pitch, is the top Instagram influencer heading to the Women's World Cup, according to Nielsen Sports, amassing 13.5 million followers to pass American Alex Morgan in the last year.
England's Bright says injury a blessing in disguise ahead of World Cup
BURTON UPON TRENT, England: England captain Millie Bright is not quite ready to return to action after being out with a knee injury since March, but the centre back sees a silver lining in her forced layoff having had her first proper break in years.
Lionesses suffer injury scare as Man City defender Alex Greenwood exits training
Manchester City star Alex Greenwood seemed to suffer an injury scare while training with the Lionesses ahead of the summer’s Women’s World Cup.
England legend Yankey backs Lionesses for World Cup success despite injury concerns
Success breeds success and England legend Rachel Yankey believes that the momentum from the Lionesses' Euros crown can carry them at the World Cup despite a host of big-name absentees. Skipper Leah Williamson will miss the showpiece Down Under through injury, as will Beth Mead and Fran Kirby.
Alex Scott narrates Disney short film encouraging girls to try football
Former England footballer turned TV presenter Alex Scott will narrate a new animated Disney short film which encourages young girls to try the sport ahead of the Women’s World Cup this summer.
England legend Yankey backs Lionesses for World Cup success
Success breeds success and England legend Rachel Yankey believes that the momentum from the Lionesses' Euros crown can carry them at the World Cup despite a host of big-name absentees. Skipper Leah Williamson will miss the showpiece Down Under through injury, as will Beth Mead and Fran Kirby.