BREAKING NEWS Ian Wright 'to make ITV comeback' for Lionesses Euro semi-final against Italy tonight in his first women's game since Eni Aluko row

Daily Mail​

5 days ago

Ian Wright will make his return to women's football punditry in the Lionesses Euro semi-final against Italy following his heated row with Eni Aluko
The Arsenal legend was not included in ITV 's original tournament coverage but is set to be part of the broadcaster's punditry team on Tuesday night
The 61-year-old will be joined by former Chelsea manager Emma Hayes, ex-England star Karen Carney and presenter Laura Woods as England face Italy at the Stade de Geneve as they bid to reach a second consecutive Euro final.
Despite not being involved in the tournament's coverage initially, Wright, a long-time supporter of the women's game, has covered Euro 2025 alongside ex-England captain Steph Houghton on his Crossways podcast.
His involvement in the semi-final will mark the first time he has appeared as a pundit for the Lionesses since Eni Aluko accused him of 'blocking' opportunities for female presenters.
Former England star Eni Aluko accused Wright of 'blocking opportunities' for female pundits
More to follow.