Women's World Cup 2023

Earlier this week, Liverpool's Marie Hobinger described how 42-year-old businessman Mangal Dalal's incessant and sexualised messaging on social media corrupted her matchday experience.

Earps is threatening to undermine all that the Lionesses have worked so hard to create - a sanctity of safety and trust.

Kate, 43, who is Patron of the Rugby Football Union, had joined crowds at the Brighton & Hove Albion Stadium - and was seen fully embracing the crowd's enthusiasm.

Kate, 43, is attending the women's team's match against Australia in her role as Patron of the Rugby Football Union, while her husband Prince William watches Wales take on Fiji.

ALEX BYWATER: England coach John Mitchell hailed his latest captain Alex Matthews as 'superhuman' and warned his team's World Cup rivals the dominant Red Roses are only just getting started.

Bend It Like Beckham director Gurinder Chadha is set to create a sequel more than 20 years after its release.

Relive Mail Sport's live blog for the latest score, team news and updates as England face Sweden in the quarter-finals of the 2025 Women's Euros at Stadion Letzigrund in Switzerland.

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY MOLLY CLAYTON: Ella Toone looks slightly different to how she does on the pitch when she sits down to speak with Mail Sport.

TARA ANSON-WALSH: The concern is that the people at the top are being distracted from the genuine issues that could render any of their hopes for the future effectively redundant.

TARA ANSON-WALSH: Wiegman, who led the Lionesses to victory at the Euros in 2022, said she 'doesn't expect myself to be involved as a coach' for 2035, with her contract set to run out in 2027.

It was unclear if the country would face opposition from other European bidders, especially after Germany, the Netherlands and Belgium had lodged a joint bid to host 2027 edition.

Plans have been confirmed for a four-nation British bid for the 2035 Women's World Cup, with a declaration of interest expected to be made this month with FIFA.

Jackie 'O' Henderson revealed her surprising 'girl crush' on Monday evening as she gushed over Matildas star Mackenzie Arnold. 

The 46-year-old father-of-three has included his two eldest daughters on the list of witnesses he intends calling to the stand in a bid to avoid conviction and a possible two-and-a-half year prison sentence.

Republic of Ireland skipper Katie McCabe and Matildas star Caitlin Foord's romance was just a rumour when it set off fiery scenes at last year's World Cup - but now it's Instagram official.

Aussie football fans who were left wanting more of Sam Kerr and co after the Matildas' awesome run in last year's World Cup have had their prayers answered.

Taking place at The Royal Festival Hall in London, Happy Valley's Sarah Lancashire scooped the Leading Actress Award for her iconic role as Sergeant Catherine Cawood in the BBC's Happy Valley.

The 2024 BAFTA Television Awards sparked a social media frenzy, with viewers quick to make their feelings known over the nights big winners, and losers.

The Ted Lasso star, 49, had been nominated for her festive Apple TV+ special Hannah Waddingham: Home for Christmas, but lost out to BBC favourite Strictly Come Dancing.

Happy Valley and Top Boy were the big winners at the BAFTA TV Awards 2024 with P+O Cruises held at The Royal Festival Hall in London on Sunday night.

Leading the glamorous arrivals, Mollie King, Elizabeth Debicki, Frankie Bridge and Eleanor Tomlinson and Maura Higgins showed the rest how it's done.

Rubiales (pictured), 46, grabbed Hermoso and kissed her on the lips last Aug 20 during the awards ceremony after Spain's victory over England in the women's World Cup in Sydney.

Mary Earps was today made a Member of the Order of the British Empire at Windsor Castle as she joined VIPs including Gladiator director Sir Ridley.

Mary Earps was made a Member of the Order of the British Empire as she joined VIPs including Gladiator director Sir Ridley Scott and England legend Peter Shilton.

KIERAN GILL: Mail Sport revealed in January how this initiative was set to be introduced for next season and Webb spoke on Tuesday night on why they want to improve the fan experience.

Football legend Francesco Totti was recently the toast of Bondi after visiting the iconic Sydney restaurant bearing his name, 18 years after ending the Socceroos' 2006 World Cup campaign.

Matildas and Sydney FC star Vine became a national hero when she kicked the penalty that gave Australia victory over France in the World Cup. Now she's on the brink of Olympics selection.

US Soccer and the Mexican Football Federation have removed their joint bid to host the 2027 Women's World Cup,  the federations said Monday.

The disgraced former president resigned from his post in September 2023 amid the kiss-gate scandal, in which he allegedly kissed World Cup winner Jenni Hermoso without consent.

The Spanish government has formed a special committee to oversee the country's football federation while the search to replace disgraced former president Luis Rubiales continues. 

Storm owners, Force 10 Hoops, said that the 43-year-old, 13-time All-Star joined the ownership group despite no financial details about the transaction being provided.

Rubiales, 46, kissed Spain player Jenni Hermoso on the lips as she stepped up to receive her medal after her side's victory over England in the Women's World Cup final in August last year.

The days are ticking down until the Paris Olympics and the Matildas have already stamped their passport with qualification to the main draw. But one burning question remains, who replaces Sam Kerr?

It came after the Chelsea star endured a difficult outing against Manchester United during Sunday's FA Women's Cup semi-final on Sunday and was embroiled in a controversial incident.

'Happy Birthday Mama! We love you! Adding to the family Summer 2024!' Zach wrote as a caption to an Instagram post shared over the weekend, as Julie showed off her belly in a pic' taken on a beach.

Rugby Football Union (RFU) chief executive Bill Sweeney has reiterated there will be no change to the controversial rule of not selecting England players based abroad for the men's national side.

Luis Rubiales has been branded 'a compulsive, racist, sexist liar' by his own uncle after the World Cup 'kissgate' scandal that could see him sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison.

The former Spanish FA president faces charges of sexual assault and coercion linked to his alleged attempts to get Hermoso to speak out in his defence.

On Wednesday morning, Rubiales, 46, was arrested amid an ongoing corruption probe unrelated to the 'unwanted' kiss he gave footballer Jenni Hermoso.

Detectives were waiting for him as he stepped off an Air Europa flight from the Dominican Republic which landed at Madrid's Barajas Airport just after 10.30am local time.

The authorities are looking into a multimillion-euro deal brokered by Rubiales to relocate the Spanish Super Cup tournament to Saudi Arabia.

NATALIA PENZA: Spanish prosecutors announced they are seeking a two-and-a-half-year prison sentence for the former FA chief Luis Rubiales over the infamous 'Kissgate' scandal.

Byrne said the 'Eighth Wonder of the World', which has hosted A-League and NRL matches was in desperate need of an upgrade.

Nike said it never intended to cause offence to England fans with new kit. It comes as Harvey Elliott, 20, hid the controversial blue and purple St George's Cross.

Liverpool's Harvey Elliott scored twice in the young Three Lions' 5-1 win over Azerbaijan in a Euro under-21 qualifier in Baku - but the flag on the £125 jersey could not be seen for the entire game.

The Prime Minister, a Southampton fan, said the St George's Cross was already 'perfect' after legends Peter Shilton and David Seaman decried the ' woke ' design and appalling £125 price tag.

England fans today vowed to boycott Nike and their hated new £125 shirt for the 2024 Euros after they offended millions by redrawing the St George's Cross.

Fans have blasted the American sports giant for going ' woke ' by switching the traditional red cross for one featuring navy, light blue and purple on the shirt.

The new kit will be worn by the team at Euro 2024 but the row over changing the traditional red cross threatens to overshadow a tournament Gareth Southgate 's side could win.

Sam Kerr and the rest of the national team changed Aussie sport forever during their incredible run in last year's tournament - and now they'll be immortalised in bronze at Brisbane's Suncorp Stadium.

Penrith star Nathan Cleary might have three NRL premierships under his belt, but he admitted he was starting to feel the pressure from superstar girlfriend Mary Fowler after a couple of shock losses

FIFA have published their latest anti-doping report for 2023 and revealed a huge increase in the number of global tests being completed worldwide in a bid to clampdown on wrongdoing.

Carli Lloyd, the former United States women's national team captain that became one of the team's most vocal critics, heaped praise on the side that won the inaugural CONCACAF W Gold Cup.

Nathan Cleary and Mary Fowler may be the hottest power couple in Australian sport, but now they are headed for a showdown to see who can attract the highest number of fans.

DAVID COVERDALE: UK Sport, the Government agency responsible for major sporting events, confirmed that the tournament is one of 70 events they want to stage over the next 15 years.

ANSWERS TO CORRESPONDENTS: As a vegan, Carl Lewis won two golds at the 1992 Barcelona games.

Mary Earps will reportedly become the first women's footballer to get lifelike waxwork statue at Madame Tussauds following a public vote.

The recent performances by Pink at Marvel Stadium have raised concerns for the Matildas coach as his team seeks to lock up a spot at this year's Paris Olympics. 

US pop star Pink, 44, who is currently touring Australia, and her daughter Willow, 12, were given personalised purple jerseys by Matildas goalie Lydia Williams, in Melbourne.

U.S. men's coach Gregg Berhalter earned $2,291,136 in 2022, including $900,000 in bonuses for the Americans' qualifying for the World Cup and reaching the second round

Harneet Kaur, 25, branded Ms Woods a prostitute in vile messages, edited her Wikipedia page with derogatory comments and sent a string of unwanted food deliveries to her home.

Harneet Kaur, 25, branded Ms Woods a prostitute in vile messages, edited her Wikipedia page with derogatory comments and sent a string of unwanted food deliveries to her home.

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY TARA ANSON-WALSH: When it emerged that Chloe Kelly's match-winning penalty was the most powerful shot by any player, male or female, a fiery debate ensued.

While Niger had initially held out for 18 minutes, the Moroccans broke the floodgates before then putting a further 10 goals past the side that has never reached the tournament proper.

Tony Gustavsson insists Michelle Heyman's age shouldn't count against her after handing the 35-year-old striker a shock recall ahead of the Matildas' Olympic qualifiers against Uzbekistan.

EXCLUSIVE BY MATT HUGHES: The Premier League have been given the green light for referees to explain VAR decisions to fans during matches in a huge change that is set to be launched next season. 

Matildas star Kyah Simon made a triumphant return to the field last weekend for the Central Coast Mariners after last playing in October 2022.

Shamed former Spanish football president Luis Rubiales has lost his appeal against the three-year ban on all football-related activities he was dealt by FIFA. 

USWNT and Angel City striker Christen Press recently gave an update on the status of her long-winded injury battle. Press has been sidelined since June of 2022 when she suffered a torn ACL.

Rubiales was initially banned from all 'football-related activities' for 3 years but now faces assault and coercion charges over the incident in Australia last year

Queen Letizia of Spain triumphed in the style stakes on Wednesday when she donned a monochrome jumpsuit to attend an international tourism fair in Madrid with husband King Felipe VI.

Mewis' career was derailed by knee problems stretching back to an innocuous-looking collision during a friendly in 2017. She nevertheless amassed 24 goals and 10 assists in 83 international games.

Woods' fame levels have risen in recent times after she was made the face of TNT Sports following its re-branding, leading the football coverage in both the Premier League and Champions League.

KATHRYN BATTE: The USA and England are the two powers of women's football. Sarina Wiegman and Emma Hayes are the game's best managers. It feels as if they're on a collision course.

KATHRYN BATTE: But Wiegman believes she has 'unfinished business' with the Lionesses, with the 2027 World Cup the obvious target.

The Lioness has enjoyed a thrilling 2023, featuring heavily under Sarina Wiegman in England's World Cup campaign, as well as playing a starring role for Manchester United.

Aitana Bonmati was named as FIFA's Best women's player for her stunning accomplishments with both Barcelona and Spain over the past 12 months as she topped a three-player shortlist.

Rubiales kissed Hermoso on the lips as the Spanish team collected their medals and the trophy following the 1-0 victory over England in Sydney.

Ellie Carpenter has announced her engagement to teammate and partner Danielle van de Donk.