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The Independent
13-07-2025
- Sport
- The Independent
Why were England awarded a penalty against Wales at Women's Euro 2025?
England were awarded a controversial penalty in their Euro 2025 match against Wales as a foul on Georgia Stanway was ruled to have taken place inside the box. Danish referee Frida Klarlund initially awarded a free-kick when Carrie Jones was ruled to have clipped Stanway close to the 18-yard line, with the England midfielder falling outside the area. However, after a long delay, the VAR decided that the foul on Stanway took place inside the box and referee Klarlund pointed to the spot. Stanway kept her cool to fire England in front. The VAR decision was confirmed to have been made on whether the foul took place inside the area, which is an objective decision and did not require an on-field review from the referee. The ruling provided by Uefa said: 'Wales' player No20 [Jones] committed the foul inside the penalty area.' But the decision to award a foul in the first place was controversial as there appeared to be minimal contact between Jones and Stanway. Jones made two attempts to win the ball and it was perhaps the second attempt that caused Stanway to go to ground. As the decision to award a foul is subjective it would have required an on-field review from the on-pitch referee to overturn it. However, the VAR did not ask referee Klarlund to check the on-pitch monitor. The 13th-minute penalty was a blow for Wales as they had to beat England by four goals, while requiring the Netherlands beat France, in order to reach the quarter-finals. England need to win to reach the quarter-finals, and will do so regardless of the France result, and their lead was quickly doubled by Ella Toone during the first half at the Arena St Gallen.
Daily Mirror
13-07-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Lionesses given helping hand as VAR intervenes with huge Euro 2025 call vs Wales
There was VAR drama early on in England's Euro 2025 group game against Wales, with the Lionesses awarded a penalty after a lengthy check. Referee Frida Klarlund initially awarded a free-kick after Georgia Stanway was fouled by Carrie Jones, but ultimately pointed to the spot after the foul was ruled to have taken place inside the box. Stanway put away the penalty herself to give England the lead. It was just what Sarina Wiegman's team needed to settle early nerves in a game which they went into knowing only a win would guarantee their progress to the quarter-finals of Euro 2025. Speaking on BBC Radio Cymru, former Wales skipper Kath Morgan wasn't convinced. "It's really close but my first instinct is that it's out of the box. It's definitely not a 'clear and obvious' error," Morgan said. Former Wales men's international Danny Gabbidon was a little less forgiving, though. "Esther Morgan has got to clear her lines and then Carrie Jones with a desperate challenge," Gabbiidon said on BBC Radio 5 Live. "It does look in the area. I'm not sure it is a foul. Carrie Jones doesn't really lunge in for the ball. Georgia Stanway in her stride flicks the knee of Jones." There were nearly 13 minutes on the clock when Stanway scored from the spot, and there was a danger of the floodgates opening less than 10 years later. Ella Toone marked her return to the line-up against the Netherlands with a goal, and she made it two in as many games against Wales. The goal was another moment to forget for Wales, with a rushed clearance cannoning off Stanway and into the path of Alessia Russo. Russo couldn't get a shot away but unselfishly fed Toone, who scored at the second attempt after her first effort was blocked.
Fox Sports
02-07-2025
- Sport
- Fox Sports
Wales UEFA Women's Euro 2025 Preview: Players to watch and schedule
The UEFA Women's Euro 2025 kicks off on Wednesday, July 2. Sixteen nations will aim for glory at this edition of the tournament, taking place across Switzerland from July 2-27. You'll be able to watch all 31 games across FOX Sports, culminating with the final on July 27 at St. Jakob-Park in Basel, Switzerland (12 p.m. ET, FOX). Here's what you need to know about Wales leading into the Euros: Check out every penalty kick in this matchup between the United States and Costa Rica in the Concacaf Gold Cup Quarter Finals. Wales UEFA Women's Euro 2025 Preview Previous Euro appearances: 0 Best Finish: Debut in 2025 Group: Wales is in Group D along with the Netherlands, France and England What Stands Out: This is the first time Wales has ever played in a major tournament. The group gained confidence by tying Sweden twice in Nations League and will try to keep that momentum going this summer. Top Players To Watch: Jess Fishlock is a Wales icon. The 38-year-old striker from the Seattle Reign leads the national team in caps (162) and goals (47), and will do everything she can to lead and motivate this squad. Keep An Eye On: Forward Carrie Jones debuted for Wales when she was 15. Now 21, she's already played for Manchester United, Leicester City and Bristol City before moving to IFK Norrkoping in Sweden. She's talented, versatile and is expected to be one of the team's top players for next decade. This Euro Will Be A Success If: Wales are significant underdogs and getting out of arguably the toughest group in the tournament would be an incredible success. But it's difficult to see them beating France, England or the Netherlands. Wales UEFA Women's Euro 2025 Schedule Wales vs. Netherlands – 12 p.m. ET (FOX) Wales vs. France – 3 p.m. ET (FOX) Wales vs. England – 3 p.m. ET (TBD) Check out our full UEFA Women's Euro 2025 preview for more. recommended Get more from UEFA Women's EURO Follow your favorites to get information about games, news and more in this topic
Powys County Times
01-07-2025
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- Powys County Times
Powys women's football clubs boosted by national team
Ahead of Wales women's campaign in the Euros, which features Powys' own Carrie Jones in the line up, female footballers from clubs across the county are urging more women to pull on their football boots. Players from Talgarth, Penybont, Berriew, Llanfair Caereinion and Welshpool have joined forces with Sport Powys which is on a mission to get us moving more often and has designed Let's Go Powys; a website that makes it easier for people to find sports and activity opportunities across the county. Megan Ryan, 27, is captain of Talgarth Town Ladies FC which plays in the SWWGL Division Two. She said: "I started playing football again when I moved to Powys. I didn't know anyone here and sport's the easiest way to get to know people. The team was set up a year ago and it's amazing. We're a close-knit team. It's more than a football team – we're a friendship group. 'Our ages range from 16 to sixties. One of our players, Penny, is 62 and is an active part of the team. We've got a few mums that play too and they come along to training with their kids. "We welcome new players and have someone new every week at training. Some people stick with it and others decide it's not for them – which is fine. Some people just come to train to get the fitness but they don't want to play matches. Anything goes here.' Talgarth finished second in the league and are now set to be promoted. Sophie Hopkins is 31 years old and plays centre midfield for Penybont United FC which is celebrating winning the Hereford Development League this season. She has always been a keen footballer and played for a local boys side when she was younger. These days, she is mum to Tommy, six, and Lily, four, and says time on the football pitch is time for her. She said: 'Football gives me a bit of 'me time'. I love the physical element as it keeps me active. But I also enjoy working as a team and we develop friendships. 'Anyone can come along and have a go. We welcome all abilities and you don't have to play matches. It can be a bit nerve-wracking to sign up but everyone starts somewhere. "We're a friendly bunch and it's a really positive sport. Mentally, it helps you feel good and builds your confidence. And it gives you a great sense of achievement and a good feeling being part of a team.' Penybont Ladies train on Tuesday nights from 7pm-8pm and will be starting up again in late July or early August. Meanwhile, Ellie Davies, 25, is ladies captain and centre-back for Berriew FC. They too have won their league this season, topping the North East Wales Women's League with a 9-0 win over Northop. It's also where Welsh midfielder Carrie Jones' talents were nurtured. Ellie was forced to play in her brother's team as a child as there was no local girls' side at the time. Of course, things have changed a lot since with girls' football booming. Ellie loves playing with Berriew FC – which boasts an age range from 16 to 40 - because it makes exercising more fun: 'I prefer to be active with a group of people rather than going to the gym," she said. "I meet new people and make friends. Exercising is really good for you anyway but when it's with a group of people that are full of laughter, it makes it ten times better. 'Sometimes after a long day at work, I don't always feel like going to training but I always feel so much better afterwards. I'd encourage anyone to come along and have a go. "We have key players that start matches but we have players that come on for part of a match or some that prefer to just do the training to keep fit. We have lots of socials too which is really good fun.' Lucie Gwilt will be heading to Switzerland to cheer Wales' women on in the Euros. But back home, she is player and manager of Llanfair United FC, the most successful women's team in Powys which plays in Tier 2 North. She is also a FAW council member. And she says the women's game in Powys is definitely on the rise, saying: "The women's and girls' game is definitely growing. Girls want to play and they can see the Wales women doing well which is just massive. "The FAW is really pushing attendance at women's games and the players too are getting involved, visiting schools and clubs and are really positive role models. 'In Powys, lower league amateur teams are popping up where the focus isn't on results, but rather inclusivity and having a go. Some women who have never played before are starting in their thirties and they're playing to meet friends and improve their fitness and now they're hooked.' In Welshpool, centre-back Ceri Norris, 17, is encouraging women of all abilities to come along and have a go. She said: "Last season, we only had five players but now we have 20. Anyone who wants to come along to train for the fitness or for the social is welcome. You don't have to play matches if you don't feel ready.' Norris, who also does a spot of commentating, added: "The women's game has definitely been on the rise since 2022 when England won the Euros. We see new teams starting up which is fantastic.'
The Independent
26-06-2025
- Sport
- The Independent
5 players to watch at the Women's European Championship in Switzerland
England will look to defend their European title when they get their campaign started against France on July 5 in Zurich, the same day Wales kick off their first major tournament against the Netherlands in Lucerne. Here, the PA news agency picks out some of the players to watch after the 2025 Women's Euros get started in Switzerland with the Iceland v Finland tournament opener on July 2. Hannah Hampton (England) The Chelsea goalkeeper enters her first major tournament as England's number one with the weight of a nation's expectations on her shoulders, but insists she will shrug off the pressure. Hampton, 24, was already edging out Euro 2022 winner and fan favourite Mary Earps as Sarina Wiegman's first choice between the sticks, but after the latter's shock international retirement last month she now finds herself, with 15 caps, the only Lionesses keeper in Switzerland to have won any. Hampton has said she is aiming to live up to Earps' legacy, but has the opportunity to forge one entirely of her own this summer. Carrie Jones (Wales) Midfielder Jones inked her name in Wales' history books when she scored the second goal – and ultimate winner – in their 2-1 victory over the Republic of Ireland to book her side a place in their first major tournament. Though just 21, the former Manchester United midfielder, who now plays for Swedish side Norrkoping, has six years of Wales experience under her belt already, having made her international debut at age 15. Aitana Bonmati (Spain) World Cup holders Spain are the bookmakers' favourites to unseat England in Switzerland. They are stacked with talent, but Barcelona midfielder Bonmati, also among the side's strongest leaders, still stands out. The 27-year-old's awards speak for themselves – Bonmati, named player of the tournament at the 2023 World Cup, also claimed both the Ballon d'Or and FIFA Best women's player awards two years in a row and was named Laureus sportswoman of the year in 2024. Sydney Schertenleib (Switzerland) If the tournament hosts are looking for a breakout star, Bonmati's 18-year-old Barcelona team-mate Schertenleib could well be the one. The Zurich-born midfielder stood out at Swiss sides FC Zurich and Grasshopper before joining the Liga F champions – who secured a sixth straight title this season – last summer, and scored a memorable goal against Wolfsburg in the Champions League. Schertenleib recently revealed to Swiss media that she and fellow Barcelona teenage sensation Lamine Yamal bonded at a photo shoot and have 'supported each other a bit' since. Sandy Baltimore (France) Chelsea's Baltimore appears to be heating up at just the right time as France look to take it at least one step further and qualify for their first final at the Euros, having reached the semifinals for the first time in 2022. Billed by the Blues as a left winger/left-back, the 25-year-old played a more advanced role in May, when she scored twice, including a penalty, in Chelsea's 3-0 FA Cup final victory, and also netted in five of France's six Nations League meetings.
