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South Wales Argus
2 days ago
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- South Wales Argus
Katie Sherwood urges on 'fearless' Wales ahead of clash with England
Katie Sherwood has urged Wales to show no fear in their decisive clash against reigning European champions England tomorrow. Rhian Wilkinson's squad will face the EURO 2022 victors in their final Group D game in St Gallen on Sunday evening, standing on the brink of elimination after losses to France and the Netherlands. Sherwood, who earned 50 Wales caps as a player, is well aware of the challenge her nation face but believes their attitude will be key if they are to upset their illustrious neighbours. "I think they just got to go into the game with no fear," she said. "We know the pedigree that England have, but we have a lot of pride, a lot of passion and a lot of belief. "We've been building consistent performances but we know that England are deadly in attack, so this is about staying in the game. "It is the final game of the Euros, we're going to need a miracle to stay in and we know we're up against real dangerous opposition. "I want them to show that pride and passion that we know a Welsh team can." The 2025 event marks Wales' first-ever major women's football tournament, having beaten the Republic of Ireland in a play-off match to secure a spot back in December 2024. It has therefore been a competition full of landmarks for the side, with Jess Fishlock scoring Cymru's first goal to equalise early on against France and become the oldest ever goal scorer at a Women's Euros. And she has not been the only standout player wearing red. "I think someone who's really emerged in this tournament is Angharad James," Sherwood said. "She is the heartbeat of this team, and she's only become captain within the last 12 months. "She is a great person and a fantastic player, and hopefully she will be leading this team out in more major tournaments to come." Sherwood was speaking at the Coronation Street Big Football Day, Powered by The National Lottery, in Trafford where she was with Jill Scott, who received Lottery funding as part of the TASS, which helped her on her journey to becoming a Euros winning Lioness. The celebration event brought together 48 young girls from England and Wales to mark both nations' participation at Euro 2025, reflecting on The National Lottery's long-standing support for women's football development across the UK. Inspiring the next generation at our Chwarae For Her watch parties 🫶🏴 Find an event 👉 — Wales 🏴 (@Cymru) July 11, 2025 Hosted on the iconic Corrie Cobbles, Sherwood was joined by Scott, and several members of the Coronation Street cast to celebrate tomorrow's game. The National Lottery have invested £6bn into grassroots sport over the last 30 years, changing the game for women's and girls' sport. Sherwood feels it the clash is a perfect occasion for young girls to see the possibilities within sport. "It was inevitable they were going to be drawn in the same group," she said. "It creates a buzz for young girls at home watching the game so they can see what they can be. "The funding from The National Lottery gives girls opportunities to have an experience in football and then nurture players and showcase their talent while seeing their role models on screen and really aspire to be playing for England or Wales one day." It is vital input that Sherwood has seen work first-hand during and after her career on the pitch. "I was lucky enough to be in Dublin the night that Wales secured their qualification, and was flooded with emotions," she added. "We haven't always had the resources that we should have had in Wales so it's a breakthrough that we've been waiting for such a long time. "To finally qualify, you think about all the sacrifices that you made as a player and those in previous generations. "For this generation, now they have this investment and they have the funding, they can go that extra mile. You can see the benefit that it's had." The FA's Big Football Day, powered by The National Lottery, is a celebration inviting women and girls to discover the joy, confidence and community of football. Thanks to over £6 billion invested into grassroots sport by National Lottery players, the game is growing stronger from the ground up. For more info visit: //
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
FC Barcelona News: 4 July 2025
Spain 5-0 Portugal | UEFA Women's EURO | Spain started their Group B campaign with a confident 5-0 win against Portugal, four first-half goals helping La Roja to the three points in Bern. World champions Spain were 4-0 up at the break after a confident and clinical first-half display at Stadion Wankdorf. Denzel Dumfries fits in with Barça's plan for right-back - Mundo Deportivo The sports department only plans to incorporate a right-back if he is a decisive player and one of those classified as 'top'. Options such as Vanderson, Ratiu or Marc Pubill do not fit the intentions regarding this position for different reasons. Advertisement The keys to a possible 'Dumfries operation' - Mundo Deportivo The Dutchman from Inter Milan fits the profile established by the Barça sports department. To make the signing work, the finances and fair play must be balanced. Ansu Fati: "I will always be grateful to Barça" - Mundo Deportivo The Barça youth player praised the club during his presentation as a new Monaco player. About Lamine Yamal, he said, "I know he loves me very much and wishes me the best, and it's mutual." Bernal: "I'll be able to return to the group in preseason, but I don't know when I'll be playing again" - Mundo Deportivo The Barça youth player has opened up about his long period away from the pitch: "There's that fear of not returning the way I did before, but I want to do so with confidence." Noah Darvich: "Playing for Barça was like being part of a movie" - Mundo Deportivo The 18-year-old midfielder, already presented by Stuttgart, spoke fondly of his two seasons at the club and said goodbye with an emotional letter. Advertisement More from
ITV News
01-07-2025
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- ITV News
UEFA Women's EURO 2022 Tournament Review
UEFA Women's EURO 2022 Tournament Review - A look back at the 2022 Women's European Championship which culminated with England's memorable victory over Germany at Wembley.
