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The Irish Sun
22-07-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Chloe Kelly penalty to save England Lionesses' Euro 2025 dream would be RULED OUT under drastic new rules
CHLOE KELLY'S rebounded penalty booked the Lionesses a place in back-to-back Euros finals. But the RULED OUT under a drastic new rule change proposal. Advertisement 5 Chloe Kelly had her extra-time penalty saved by Italy's goalkeeper Laura Giuliani Credit: PA 5 But Kelly sped forward to tap-in the rebound and secure a 2-1 win for England Credit: AP 5 But the rebounded penalty could've been ruled out under a drastic new rule change proposal Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 5 The Lionesses had yet more penalty drama Credit: Getty And with another shootout looming, Kelly stepped up to take a penalty in the 119th minute after Goalkeeper Laura Giuliani palmed away Kelly's initial shot, but the England head into Sunday's final, where they will face either But if Kelly, 27, were to score the same goal in two years time at Euro 2027 - it might not count. Advertisement READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS As exclusively OUTLAWED before the World Cup in the next summer . The possible law change is being A new report has revealed that football 's lawmakers are considering whether or not to press ahead with the possibility of awarding a goal kick whenever a penalty is missed. The fact that a rebound then gives the attacking team a second chance to score is now being touted as an 'unfair advantage'. Advertisement Most read in Football CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS It's said that senior figures within the game believe that the punishment for a foul in the box gives the attacking side a 'far greater' chance of scoring than the original phase of play. While any decision would have to be approved by the law-making International FA Board (Ifab), there is growing backing for the idea that would turn a penalty shot into literally ONE shot. I coached Chloe Kelly as a kid and have now spent £3,000 building my own pub to watch her at Euro 2025 Axing rebounds from a penalty would stop any controversy over enroachment with players entering the penalty area early. Advertisement And while the timetable is short, with any alterations needing to be agreed by the end of February to be in force for the 2026 tournament, there is growing momentum in favour of the radical laws rewrite. But Uefa will oppose moves to change rule on penalties so that if keeper saves the ball becomes dead. Further changes are also being discussed, including 'expanding the scope' of VAR interventions, which was first broached at the end of 2023. 5 Players would have one chance to get their penalty on target if the new law comes in Advertisement Changes could mean that video officials now be able to intervene in a number of new circumstances. Some of these include the prevention of 'unfair dismissals' via second yellow cards and contentious corner decisions wherever a 'clear error' has been made. Meanwhile, the Lionesses looked to be heading for the exit door after Barbara Bonansea's 33rd-minute goal, as Italy 's stubborn defence. But the super subs struck again, first Michelle Agyemang, who made it 2-2 against Advertisement
Scottish Sun
22-07-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Chloe Kelly penalty to save England Lionesses' Euro 2025 dream would be RULED OUT under drastic new rules
The football world is at a deadlock about the change ON THE SPOT Chloe Kelly penalty to save England Lionesses' Euro 2025 dream would be RULED OUT under drastic new rules Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) CHLOE KELLY'S rebounded penalty booked the Lionesses a place in back-to-back Euros finals. But the England super sub's game-winning strike would've been RULED OUT under a drastic new rule change proposal. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 Chloe Kelly had her extra-time penalty saved by Italy's goalkeeper Laura Giuliani Credit: PA 5 But Kelly sped forward to tap-in the rebound and secure a 2-1 win for England Credit: AP 5 But the rebounded penalty could've been ruled out under a drastic new rule change proposal Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 5 The Lionesses had yet more penalty drama Credit: Getty England produced yet more late drama at Euro 2025 as they kept the nations dreams of retaining their title alive with a spectacular 2-1 semi-final victory over Italy after extra-time. And with another shootout looming, Kelly stepped up to take a penalty in the 119th minute after Beth Mead was bundled over by Emma Severini inside the box. Goalkeeper Laura Giuliani palmed away Kelly's initial shot, but the Arsenal star stayed cool bury the rebound as England head into Sunday's final, where they will face either Spain or Germany. But if Kelly, 27, were to score the same goal in two years time at Euro 2027 - it might not count. READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS Gotta be kitting Fans baffled at bizarre kit quirk during Lionesses semi-final with Italy As exclusively revealed by SunSport, rebounded penalties could be OUTLAWED before the World Cup in the USA next summer. The possible law change is being discussed at the highest levels as world chiefs aim to improve the game ahead of the first 48-team World Cup. A new report has revealed that football's lawmakers are considering whether or not to press ahead with the possibility of awarding a goal kick whenever a penalty is missed. The fact that a rebound then gives the attacking team a second chance to score is now being touted as an 'unfair advantage'. CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS It's said that senior figures within the game believe that the punishment for a foul in the box gives the attacking side a 'far greater' chance of scoring than the original phase of play. While any decision would have to be approved by the law-making International FA Board (Ifab), there is growing backing for the idea that would turn a penalty shot into literally ONE shot. I coached Chloe Kelly as a kid and have now spent £3,000 building my own pub to watch her at Euro 2025 Axing rebounds from a penalty would stop any controversy over enroachment with players entering the penalty area early. And while the timetable is short, with any alterations needing to be agreed by the end of February to be in force for the 2026 tournament, there is growing momentum in favour of the radical laws rewrite. But Uefa will oppose moves to change rule on penalties so that if keeper saves the ball becomes dead. Further changes are also being discussed, including 'expanding the scope' of VAR interventions, which was first broached at the end of 2023. 5 Players would have one chance to get their penalty on target if the new law comes in Changes could mean that video officials now be able to intervene in a number of new circumstances. Some of these include the prevention of 'unfair dismissals' via second yellow cards and contentious corner decisions wherever a 'clear error' has been made. Meanwhile, the Lionesses looked to be heading for the exit door after Barbara Bonansea's 33rd-minute goal, as Sarina Wiegman's side struggled to break down Italy's stubborn defence. But the super subs struck again, first Michelle Agyemang, who made it 2-2 against Sweden, struck in the seventh minute of injury time to send the tie to extra-time.
Irish Independent
15-07-2025
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Ireland U-21s to play opening two home Euro qualifiers in Dublin and Cork
Ireland's U-21s will play their opening two home Euro 2027 qualifiers in Dublin and Cork later this year, the FAI have confirmed today.
New York Times
27-06-2025
- Sport
- New York Times
Euro 2025: England team guide – what can we expect from the defending champions?
This England team head into the tournament with the kind of pedigree they have never had previously: reigning European champions and 2023 World Cup finalists. On their day, the Lionesses have the talent, know-how and experience to beat any European side, but their form has been patchy to say the least. Gone is the time when England went on an unbeaten 30-game streak and were a relentless winning machine — but they have proved they can get results in tournament football. Sarina Wiegman has been in charge of England since September 2021 and signed a contract extension in January 2024, keeping her with the Lionesses until after the 2027 World Cup. Known for her directness and honesty with players, the former Netherlands international makes decisions based on what is best for the team. After triumphs with the Netherlands in 2017 and England in 2022, she could become the first manager, in the men's and women's games, to win three Euros titles in a row. Wiegman normally uses a 4-2-3-1 out of possession and then, in possession, pushes her box-to-box midfielder up the field to form a 4-3-3. In England's third group game of the 2023 World Cup, however, she showed her flexibility by going to a 3-4-1-2 after Keira Walsh's injury and even maintained that formation on the midfielder's return as England made it to the final. Walsh and Georgia Stanway are the heart of England's midfield. Walsh is the lynchpin connecting defence and attack and Stanway is the engine. Should they miss a game, England's level would surely drop significantly given the lack of backup options. Lauren James brings a sense of unpredictability and her mere presence can trouble opponents. Her two-footedness makes her a versatile option for Wiegman as she can pop up in pockets across the front line. England have depth in the No 10 (attacking midfield) role and in wide areas but no one can replicate James' talent. England field a very strong starting XI with some of the best players in the world. They have leaders on the pitch and a coaching staff off it who have been there and done it. They know what it takes to win. When England start slowly, a habit of late, they make life very difficult for themselves and struggle to get into a rhythm. Their substitutes have been having less impact than at Euro 2022, preventing them from killing the game. Millie Bright, Mary Earps and Fran Kirby are all missing for different reasons. Bright, the captain at the 2023 World Cup, withdrew from selection as she was unable to 'give 100 per cent mentally or physically', while Earps and Kirby have retired from international football. Neither would likely have made the starting XI, but the trio leave a notable void in the dressing room, especially in leadership and experience. Great Britain failed to qualify for the 2024 Olympics and a summer off for England's players was seen by some as a blessing in disguise. But they have struggled to string together consecutive convincing performances. They have been making errors and losing control of games, including in the 4-3 defeat against Germany in the autumn at Wembley, and away to Belgium in April, when they lost 3-2. That said, they have kept clean sheets against the world's best, with a 0-0 draw against the United States in November and a 1-0 win over reigning world champions Spain in February. Their most fluid performance came at the end of May, when they beat Portugal 6-0. But they could not back up those levels against Spain a few days later, losing 2-1 in early June. England will want another trophy but with such a mixed bag of recent results, it is uncertain which version of this team is going to turn up. They do not have the luxury of easing themselves in with a straightforward fixture — they kick off their tournament against France, then face the Netherlands. There is a realistic possibility they do not make the knockout stages. England assistant Arjan Veurink will leave the Lionesses to become the Netherlands head coach after the Euros, returning to his homeland. Going the other way, Netherlands assistants Janneke Bijl and Arvid Smit will join Wiegman in England.
The Herald Scotland
23-06-2025
- Sport
- The Herald Scotland
Shellshocked Celtic star speaks out on shock defeat in under-21 Euros
But Portugal - who play against Scotland later this year in the Euro 2027 qualifiers - were stunned when they were eliminated in the quarter finals by the Netherlands. And Bernardo, 23, wasn't impressed as they crashed out. Read more: He said: "We had everything we needed on our side to reach the semi-finals. "The team gave everything, we all gave a great commitment to the cause. "But unfortunately, our football was not the best and that's why we lost.'
