3 h. ago Lauren James set for timely England injury return ahead of Euro 2025

James, who sparkled during England’s run to the World Cup final in 2023, has been battling a hamstring injury

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5 h. ago England wish Bonmatí speedy recovery from viral meningitis on eve of Euro 2025

Midfielder’s condition ‘controlled’ say doctorsSpain kick off Euro 2025 against Portugal on 3 JulyEngland have sent their best wishes to the Spain midfielder Aitana Bonmatí for a speedy recovery in time for the European Championship after the Ballon d’Or winner was admitted to hospital with viral meningitis.The head coach, Sarina Wiegman, whose Lionesses side were beaten by Spain in the 2023 World Cup final, hopes the Barcelona player can recover in time for the finals in Switzerland, which get under way on Wednesday. Continue reading...

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6 h. ago Anna Moorhouse gives verdict on England Women's Euro 2025 role after Mary Earps exit

England goalkeeper Anna Moorhouse is ready to go if required in Switzerland after the retirement of Mary Earps and to support Hannah Hampton "in the right way"

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9 h. ago Euro 2025 is sure to showcase just how far women’s football has come | Emma Hayes

England, Spain, Germany and the Netherlands are the teams to beat but the tournament in Switzerland will be incredibly tightYou only have to wind the clock back two full major-tournament cycles, to Euro 2017, and there were no fully professional women’s leagues in Europe. Thanks to increased investment in the women’s game, there are now more than 3,000 full-time female players across the continent, and that professionalisation is why my overriding feeling about this summer’s Euros is that the quality is going to be so much higher than we have seen before. And it will be so tight.In Spain, England and Germany there are three strong favourites who are all capable of going on to win it and I would add the Netherlands to the top four. I was so impressed when we [the United States] played the Dutch in December. They will need everybody fit but, on their day, they are a top side. Beyond that, this tournament is going to show the prowess of the Nations League, which was introduced since th...

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9 h. ago Duxbury to Doyle: what happened next for England’s Euro Under

Before Carsley’s team take on Germany in Saturday’s final we look at the victorious players from 1982, 1984 and 2023Iain Hesford (goalkeeper): Made 202 appearances for Blackpool and played for other clubs including Sunderland. Died in 2014 at 54. Continue reading...

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9 h. ago England U21s vs Germany U21s: Euro 2025 final prediction, kick

Reigning champions looking to avenge group stage defeat against a familiar foe

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9 h. ago How to watch England U21s vs Germany U21s for FREE: TV channel and live stream for Euro 2025 final today

Young Lions are out for revenge after group stage loss

Sport

10 h. ago Former Lionesses keeper pinpoints 'essential' decision for Sarina Wiegman on eve of Euros

Sarina Wiegman has lost three experienced England stars in the lead-up to the 2025 European Championships, with just one warm-up game to go before the tournament

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10 h. ago Spain star Aitana Bonmati hospitalised with meningitis ahead of Euro 2025

The two-time Ballon d’Or winner could yet miss the tournament

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19 h. ago Lauren Sánchez’s wedding dress revealed as she and Jeff Bezos marry in Venice: Live updates

The opulent but controversial festivities are underway in Venice

Society

21 h. ago An oral history of England’s Euro 2022 triumph: ‘It was an out

Those who played and witnessed firsthand the Lionesses’ success at a rapturous Wembley share their memoriesOn 31 July 2022 the Lionesses made history, Chloe Kelly’s goal in extra time earning a 2-1 win over Germany to secure a first major title at Euro 2022. The home Euros had swung the nation behind the team and women’s football has not looked back. What did the day of the final look like? Ahead of the Lionesses beginning their title defence, this is the inside story of English women’s football’s greatest day.Waking up on the morning of the final, there was an eerie air of calm and confidence in the England camp. Continue reading...

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22 h. ago EA FC 25 Path to Glory tracker – live upgrades and upgrade requirements for Euro 2025 promo

Here's an EA FC 25 Path to Glory upgrade tracker, keeping track of all upgrades for the Euro 2025 Path to Glory promo and how upgrades work

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23 h. ago Alexia Putellas: ‘The cruciate, the meniscus: you’ve closed that cycle. Done. I felt free’

Spain’s icon, the world’s best female player, discusses her journey back from injury and going to the Euros to compete for ‘the trophy we are missing’‘It wasn’t my knee that hurt, it was my soul,” the Queen says, but now she is back. There is a look in Alexia Putellas’s eye, a light. “You know that feeling, that sense of security when it’s like you’re capable of anything?” the double Ballon d’Or winner says, leaning forward on a sofa at Spain’s Las Rozas HQ.“At that moment, I felt it. And now I’ve got that feeling once again. I’m happy; the desire for these Euros is huge. I can’t wait to start, to go and give my everything.” And Alexia Putellas’s everything is everything. Continue reading...

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23 h. ago EA FC 25 Shapeshifters Team 3 revealed – 98 Eusebio headlines squad, but maybe save your packs

The EA FC 25 Shapeshifters Team 3 promo squad is now available in Ultimate Team packs, but it looks to be the weakest of the three squads so far

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23 h. ago EA FC 25 Euro 2025 Path to Glory promo squad revealed – how live upgrades work

The EA FC 25 Euro 2025 Path to Glory promo squad is now available in Ultimate Team, joining the Shapeshifters Team 3 squad in packs.

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23 h. ago Jeff Bezos emerges in wedding look and Lauren Sánchez’s massive rings revealed as ceremony begins: Live updates

The lavish but controversial festivities are underway in Venice

Society

24 h. ago Andrews handed Brentford job, Crystal Palace ruling delayed, transfer latest: football – live

Friday updates as the summer of football continuesAny comments or thoughts? You can mail TahaWith that, I shall pass over to Taha for the rest of the morning.Mark Levy gets in touch: “In Ben’s list of the top 10 players in the Under-21 tournament, 7 are over 21, 2 are 21, & only 1 is actually under 21! Does the competition need a new name? The under & over 21s? Mark (sitting on my balcony in the Madrid Sierra, with nothing more pressing to do!)“ Continue reading...

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24 h. ago How to watch England U21 vs Germany: TV channel and live stream for Euro 2025 final

Young Lions are out for revenge after group stage loss

Sport

24 h. ago From Wembley ballgirl to Lionesses' youngest cub, meet England's one to watch at Euro 2025

At 19-years-old Michelle Agyemang is the youngest player in Sarina Wiegman's squad for the Women's Euros - but her coaches and teammates know exactly what this trusted wild card can do

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24 h. ago Where to buy England Euro 2025 Nike kit reigning champs Lionesses to wear in Switzerland

England's Lionesses are set to get their Euro 2025 campaign underway when they take on France at Stadion Letzigrund in Zurich, Switzerland on Saturday, July 5

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