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'We want to play for England just like Jess Park'
'We want to play for England just like Jess Park'

Yahoo

time4 days ago

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'We want to play for England just like Jess Park'

The next generation of aspiring Lionesses say the current England team is inspiring them to become professional footballers. Defending champions England will take on Spain in the UEFA Women's Euro 2025 final on Sunday, hoping to go one better than two years ago when they lost to the same opponents in the World Cup final. Young girls at Elloughton Blackburn Football Club in Brough, the former club of current England international Jess Park, said they hoped to follow in her footsteps. Eight-year-old Scarlett said: "I feel like I could be like her [Jess Park] and I could play for Elloughton but then go into England, too." She added: "I think they [the Lionesses] are going to win. I think she [Jess Park] has been really good. I've been proud of her." Thea, seven, said her role models included Park and Ella Toone. She said: "I like them because they're just really kind. I really look up to them and I want to be the next one of them. "They represent our country and they're just really good at playing football. "I think they're going to do really well and score lots of goals." Thea's mother, Becca, said her daughter "lives and breathes" football. She said watching the Lionesses showed girls what could be achieved in the sport and that it was not just for boys. She added: "Representation is important in all areas and the fact that they can see someone special like Jess, who has started here and see what she's gone on to do, I think that's amazing." Scarlett, seven, said she joined the team because she wants to be a professional football player. "I feel inspired that Jess has gone from Elloughton Blackburn to the national team," she said. "If they win, girls will want to play the game more." Elloughton Blackburn's president, Conleth Campbell, has been at the club for 20 years and saw Park's progress. He said she played for the club from the age of seven for four years and it was an "absolutely phenomenal achievement" what she had done. He said: "We did see the talent back then at such a young age and we're all extremely proud of her. "The success of Jess and the success of the Lionesses has promoted girls football in this country. "We are approaching capacity [at the club]." Listen to highlights from Hull and East Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here. Download the BBC News app from the App Store for iPhone and iPad or Google Play for Android devices More on this story Football exhibition tells story of Hull Lionesses England women's team pioneer honoured Ex-England captain's 'confidence' in Lionesses Related internet links England Football

England's Jess Park inspiring players at former club Elloughton
England's Jess Park inspiring players at former club Elloughton

BBC News

time4 days ago

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  • BBC News

England's Jess Park inspiring players at former club Elloughton

The next generation of aspiring Lionesses say the current England team is inspiring them to become professional champions England will take on Spain in the UEFA Women's Euro 2025 final on Sunday, hoping to go one better than two years ago when they lost to the same opponents in the World Cup girls at Elloughton Blackburn Football Club in Brough, the former club of current England international Jess Park, said they hoped to follow in her Scarlett said: "I feel like I could be like her [Jess Park] and I could play for Elloughton but then go into England, too." She added: "I think they [the Lionesses] are going to win. I think she [Jess Park] has been really good. I've been proud of her."Thea, seven, said her role models included Park and Ella said: "I like them because they're just really kind. I really look up to them and I want to be the next one of them."They represent our country and they're just really good at playing football."I think they're going to do really well and score lots of goals." Thea's mother, Becca, said her daughter "lives and breathes" said watching the Lionesses showed girls what could be achieved in the sport and that it was not just for added: "Representation is important in all areas and the fact that they can see someone special like Jess, who has started here and see what she's gone on to do, I think that's amazing." Scarlett, seven, said she joined the team because she wants to be a professional football player."I feel inspired that Jess has gone from Elloughton Blackburn to the national team," she said."If they win, girls will want to play the game more." Elloughton Blackburn's president, Conleth Campbell, has been at the club for 20 years and saw Park's said she played for the club from the age of seven for four years and it was an "absolutely phenomenal achievement" what she had said: "We did see the talent back then at such a young age and we're all extremely proud of her."The success of Jess and the success of the Lionesses has promoted girls football in this country."We are approaching capacity [at the club]." Listen to highlights from Hull and East Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here. Download the BBC News app from the App Store for iPhone and iPad or Google Play for Android devices

England captain Leah Williamson insists Lionesses are eyeing a new challenge in Euros title defence... with France skipper Griedge Mbock ruled out ahead of huge opening clash
England captain Leah Williamson insists Lionesses are eyeing a new challenge in Euros title defence... with France skipper Griedge Mbock ruled out ahead of huge opening clash

Daily Mail​

time04-07-2025

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  • Daily Mail​

England captain Leah Williamson insists Lionesses are eyeing a new challenge in Euros title defence... with France skipper Griedge Mbock ruled out ahead of huge opening clash

England captain Leah Williamson says the Lionesses are embracing a new challenge as they aim to win the Euros on foreign soil. Williamson and Co kick off their highly anticipated title defence against France on Saturday night. When asked whether the squad sees this tournament as a chance to break new ground, the skipper emphasised the team's forward-looking mindset. 'It's new territory and you explained it very well – not necessarily looking at it as a defence but a new challenge and an opportunity to do something new,' she said. 'We take any challenge that comes our way but it's more about focusing on the day-to-day and that's always the dream.' The squad features seven players making their debut at a major tournament, including rising stars Grace Clinton, Jess Park, and wildcard selection Michelle Agyemang. Williamson spoke about how the team's senior players are guiding them through the experience. She said: 'I think the game has changed a lot since the experienced members of the team played their first tournament – the whole landscape of women's football (has changed) – so we have to take into account those things when we speak to them. Their opening game comes against a French side missing injured captain Griedge Mbock 'But I think it's giving them as much freedom to enjoy the experience but know that they're ready to perform and sort of make their mark on the pitch and just trying to find that balance. 'I would never want anybody to come and be so anxious it consumed them, but at the same time we're here, it's different. There's lots of shiny things when you come to a tournament and lots of experiences to be had, but ultimately the main focus is on the pitch. 'And I think based off of training, and I'm sure Sarina agrees, everybody's focus is football first, which has been great. 'I think sometimes, players that have never been to a tournament – this was probably me when I went to my first one – you have to keep them in line a little bit because they get a bit distracted. But there's no fear of that with these guys.' As for the opposition, France's centre-back and captain Griedge Mbock has been ruled out of Saturday night's game due to a calf injury. England's match against France kicks off at 8pm and will be broadcast live on ITV.

M&S launches collection linked to Lionesses' Euro 2025 title defence
M&S launches collection linked to Lionesses' Euro 2025 title defence

Fashion Network

time26-06-2025

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  • Fashion Network

M&S launches collection linked to Lionesses' Euro 2025 title defence

As the England Lionesses football team prepares to defend its status a European Champions, M&S has the event in focus launching a limited edition Womenswear collection linked to its long-standing tailoring partnership with the English Football Association. The 13-piece collection comprises reimagined tailoring pieces and co-ordinating separates embodying 'a stylish, contemporary aesthetic, designed with versatility and easy styling in mind'. Spanning a neutral colour palette of black, khaki and soft ecru, the tonal collection 'delivers mix and match tailoring options, alongside co-ordinating separates, that layer together to create a limited-edition capsule edit'. It also offers 'new, modern shapes' from a boxy short sleeve blazer and a-symmetrical waistcoat to an array of trouser options including the pleated Bermuda short, pleated wide leg and barrel leg. The accompanying campaign features players Beth Mead, Jess Park and Nikita Parris (pictured above) wearing key styles from the collection. Director of M&S Woman, Maddy Evans, noted that the collection concludes its collaboration with the English FA that has lasted over 18 years. 'It comprises an effortless, modern tailoring edit for spring/summer 2025, that feels authentic to the team and that the players will feel proud to wear. Championing style and versatility and underpinned by new modern shapes it's a collection for an incredible team of women, who are role models to the nation and who we'll be supporting every step of the way.' So to mark the final 12 months of a current three-year partnership, the limited edition line is now available in selected stores across the UK ahead of the UEFA Women's Euro 2025 taking place in Switzerland next month (2-27 July).

M&S' tailoring collection with women's England football team has pieces from £15
M&S' tailoring collection with women's England football team has pieces from £15

Daily Mirror

time26-06-2025

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  • Daily Mirror

M&S' tailoring collection with women's England football team has pieces from £15

Marks & Spencer has partnered with the English FA once again, and the latest collection just dropped with beautiful tailored pieces perfect for summer in the office from £15 After becoming the official suit supplier for the England senior men's football team back in 2007, Marks & Spencer went on to create an official partnership with the women's English Football Association. For the last three years, M&S has been creating stunning tailoring designed for the women's football team, and each year they sell out thanks to their effortless, easy to style designs. This year is expected to be no different, with the new collection now officially available in Marks & Spencer stores. The 13 piece collection has arrived just in time for the summer tournament to kick off, and features a whole host of versatile, chic and timeless designs that are guaranteed to elevate your wardrobe. The latest M&S X England collection reimagines tailoring classics with plenty of co-ordinating separates that can be mixed and matched to create endless sophisticated looks, with a neutral colour palette of black, khaki and ecru. To keep things modern, pieces have been given an update with subtle changes such as short sleeve blazers and asymmetrical waistcoats. There's also tailored trousers to suit all body types and occasions, including wide leg and barrel leg trousers, and some very on-trend Bermuda shorts. Players Beth Mead, Jess Park and Nikita Parris have all starred in the campaign, showing how effortless and versatile each design is. Maddy Evans, Director of M&S Woman comments: "We're thrilled to have collaborated with the English FA over the last 18 years and we're proud to have delivered this latest collection ahead of the Lionesses next tournament. It comprises an effortless, modern tailoring edit for spring/summer 2025, that feels authentic to the team and that the players will feel proud to wear. Championing style and versatility and underpinned by new modern shapes it's a collection for an incredible team of women, who are role models to the nation and who we'll be supporting every step of the way.' Stand out pieces from the collection include the M&S X England Waistcoat, £35, which comes in both ecru and black, and can be easily paired with either the Bermuda shorts, £29.50, or the trousers, £39.50. The trousers come in both straight leg and barrel leg cuts, and come in all three colourways. The Short Sleeve Blazer, £59, is also available in all three shades, allowing you to put together an instant trouser suit for a cohesive look. There's also layering pieces in the form of a cropped white shirt, £25, or the M&S X England Vest Top, £15, which comes in both black and white. Of course, outside of the new M&S X England collection Marks & Spencer is also known for its sophisticated tailored pieces which you can shop year round here. From fitted waistcoats to pinstripe trousers and colourful trouser suits, there's styles that'll see you from the office to drinks or even a summer wedding effortlessly. We also love Next's range of affordable tailoring pieces, with colourful blazers guaranteed to elevate even the most simple outfit, to flowing wide leg trousers that will be your saviour in the summer heat. If prints and patterns are your thing, Nobody's Child has nailed it. From relaxed linen pieces to bold polka dots and gingham prints, it's the perfect place to shop for a more modern take on suiting. However if you want to shop Marks & Spencer's latest England FA collab, you can pick up pieces in selected stores now.

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