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Scottish Sun
16-06-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
BBC announce Euro 2025 pundits including Alex Scott, Gabby Logan and Lionesses' record goalscorer
ALEX SCOTT is fronting an all-star BBC punditry team for Euro 2025. The Lionesses are preparing to defend the title they memorably won on home soil in 2022. Advertisement 4 Alex Scott is set to present the BBC's coverage of Euro 2025 Credit: Splash 4 She will be joined by Gabby Logan in the Been studio Credit: PA 4 Former Lioness Steph Houghton is among the pundits Credit: Getty 4 Jill Scott, who won the Euros three years ago, returns as a pundit for the tournament Credit: Getty Sarina Wiegman's side begin their campaign against France in Group D on July 5. And a host of past stars are joining the Beeb for the tournament in Switzerland. Former right-back Scott won 140 caps for the Lionesses between 2004 and 2017. She will lead the BBC's coverage alongside Gabby Logan and Jeanette Kwakye. Advertisement READ MORE ON FOOTBALL BALE IN FUNDS Gareth Bale lined up to front shock takeover of EFL club as he mimics Modric England's all-time record goal scorer Ellen White is among the punditry team. White won 113 caps for the Lionesses, scoring 52 goals. She will be joined by former players Jill Scott, Steph Houghton and Fara Williams, Scott, 38, was part of the Lionesses team that won the Euros against Germany at Wembley three years ago. Advertisement BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK She said: "I'm absolutely buzzing to be part of the BBC team for the Euros. "Tournaments like this are what football's all about. The passion, the drama, the unforgettable moments. Lionesses legend Chloe Kelly shows off dance moves with Man Utd star after jetting off on holiday ahead of Euros "I can't wait to get stuck in, share some insight and hopefully bring a bit of fun along the way too." Advertisement Euro 2025 gets underway on July 2, with Iceland taking on Finland before hosts Switzerland face Norway. There are 16 nations in total taking part in the tournament. England have been drawn in Group D alongside France, Holland and Wales. The Welsh are making their debut in the competition, with ex-striker Helen Ward part of the BBC commentary team. Advertisement Rachel Brown-Finnis, Gilly Flaherty and Izzy Christiansen will also join as co-commentators. Lionesses' Euro 2025 squad Goalkeepers: Hannah Hampton Khiara Keating Anna Moorhouse Defenders: Lucy Bronze Lotte Wubben-Moy Jess Carter Niamh Charles Maya Le Tissier Esme Morgan Alex Greenwood Leah Williamson Midfielders: Grace Clinton Jess Park Ella Toone Georgia Stanway Keira Walsh Forwards: Lauren Hemp Beth Mead Lauren James Chloe Kelly Aggie Beever-Jones Michelle Agyemang Alessia Russo Weigman has named her 23-strong squad for the tournament next month. The squad includes 13 players who made history in lifting the trophy in 2022. Weigman said: "This group is a very well-balanced mix of players with multiple tournaments on their CVs and also those that will make their tournament debuts. Advertisement "I am excited to see what we are capable of this summer. "At the same time, I do feel for those that have just missed out. I can only name 23 but there are more players who have been so important to us on our journey to Switzerland. "We would not be here without them. "As we look forward, we still have a month to go until we play the first game. Advertisement "After some important rest, we will all be working really hard to make sure we are ready to go on July 5."
The Sun
16-06-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
‘Italians don't joke' – Moment Leonardo Bonucci wipes out Steph Houghton with crunching tackle at Soccer Aid
FOOTIE fans were left stunned by Leonardo Bonucci's brutal tackle on Steph Houghton. The Euro 2020 winner lined up for the World XI in Sunday evening's Soccer Aid match against England at Old Trafford. 5 5 5 The recently retired Italian never missed an opportunity to stick a crunching challenge on his opponents during his trophy-laden career. And his all-or-nothing mantra resulted in him leaving former Lionesses star Houghton in a heap during the charity clash at the Theatre of Dreams. The 38-year-old wiped out Houghton as she looked to get on the end of a ball played down the wing. Bonucci got the ball, but his follow-through sent Houghton crashing into the turf. The tackle, understandably, went viral and footie fans took to social media to express their shock. One wrote on X: "He took her out." And another said: "He took the ball off her professionally, that's not a foul from Bonucci." One remarked: "That's holding back for Bonucci." Another chimed: "Italians love defending. Good tackle." Tony Bellew forced off FIVE MINUTES into Soccer Aid and helped down Old Trafford tunnel Women's Euro 2022 winner Houghton recovered from the crunching challenge and continued playing. And there was clearly no ill will towards Bonucci as she embraced her fellow retired defender after the match. Bonucci shared a photo of himself with his arm around Houghton after the match on his Instagram story with the accompanying caption: "She's still alive!!!" Houghton saw the funny side of the post and reshared it to her own story, writing: "My guy." The World XI bested England 5-4 thanks to FOUR GOALS from Carlos Tevez and a shock winner from Big Zuu.
Daily Mail
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Leonardo Bonucci goes viral after leaving ex-England Women's captain Steph Houghton in a heap with brutal sliding tackle at Soccer Aid
Italian legend Leonardo Bonucci did not hold back in Sunday's Soccer Aid charity match as he left former England Women's captain Steph Houghton writhing in agony after putting in a brutal sliding tackle. The annual charity match at Old Trafford had been played in good spirits, but Bonucci's competitive edge took over in the closing stages as the World XI closed in on a 5-4 victory. With the ball played down England's right flank, Bonucci and Houghton both went in for a 50/50 challenge. While Houghton appeared a little hesitant, Bonucci fully committed and won the ball, but his momentum saw him crash into Houghton who collapsed to the turf. Bonucci came away with the ball, but quickly spotted that Houghton was in distress and stopped play so that she could receive treatment. Houghton was attended to for a couple of minutes before she finally got back to her feet and was able to continue for the final minutes of the game. The tackle immediately went viral, with fans on social media largely praising Bonucci for his no-nonsense approach. Bonucci Not about the Woke life 🤣🤣🤣 #SoccerAid — Amit (@amit_mavar) June 15, 2025 Bonucci was hailed by one fan for putting in a 'proper challenge' despite it being a charity match Another X user branded the incident 'fantastic', praising Bonucci's no-nonsense attitude One supporter suggested the moment cemented Bonucci as a 'legend' of the game However, Paddy Power questioned whether Bonucci had forgotten the match was for charity 'Proper challenge. Houghton can take it and wouldn't want it any other way,' one X user wrote. Another fan hailed him as a 'legend', while one supporter simply branded the incident 'fantastic'. However, some were left stunned that Bonucci hadn't pulled out of the tackle given that it was only a charity match to raise money for UNICEF. Paddy Power asked on its social media account: 'Does Leonardo Bonucci know it's a charity game?' Bonucci only retired from professional football last year after finishing his career at Fenerbahce. He is best known for his time at Juventus, where he won nine Serie A titles, while he was also part of Italy's Euros-winning team in 2021. Houghton also called time on her own playing career in 2024 after winning 121 caps for England. She captained the Lionesses to a third-place finish at the 2015 World Cup.
BBC News
05-06-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Football Daily James makes England squad & Esme Morgan LIVE
Available for 29 days Eleanor Oldroyd is joined by Ellen White, Steph Houghton and Vicki Sparks. They react to Sarina Wiegman's England squad announcement ahead of UEFA Women's Euro 2025. Hear from the England head coach and defender Esme Morgan joins the pod LIVE. 01:35 Who's in and who's out? 07:20 Sarina Wiegman explains her decisions 11:05 England defender Esme Morgan LIVE 20:50 England's squad culture 28:55 Lauren James worth taking 30:30 'No crisis' despite notable absentees 32:40 Wendie Renard doesn't make France squad 33:55 Ellen & Steph's England XIs 35:15 Will Hannah Hampton be under pressure? BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries: Sat 1700 Andorra v England Men in World Cup Qualifying, Tue 1945 England Men v Senegal in Friendly.
BBC News
01-05-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
'If you want stability, go to Liverpool'
The Monday Night Club panel have been discussing whether Liverpool will be the most attractive Premier League destination this summer, after Arne Slot came in and scooped up a Premier League title in his first season at England captain Steph Houghton says the club will need to think about their current "culture" before splashing the cash."As a footballer you want security and stability - and at this moment in time, out of the top five or top six clubs, Liverpool provide that," she said."But next year will be a tough season for Liverpool because once you're at the top, it is so much harder to stay there than trying to climb your way up there."At Chelsea, it has been a bit of a car crash at times, when they have been making decisions and buying all of these players, but buying loads of players doesn't necessarily bring success. "It is obvious that Arne Slot is going to go and buy players, but then it is about how he moulds that culture again."Watch the full episode on BBC iPlayer or listen on BBC Sounds
