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Glasgow Times
an hour ago
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- Glasgow Times
England forward Nikita Parris leaves Brighton following the end of her contract
The England international, 31, joined Albion from Manchester United on deadline day last September and made 28 appearances in all competitions for the club, scoring 12 goals. Brighton ended the season in fifth place in the Women's Super League, and head coach Dario Vidosic said: 'Nikita has played a vital role in helping us achieve our highest-ever WSL finish. We can confirm that Nikita Parris has left the club following the expiry of her contract. 💙🤍 — Brighton & Hove Albion Women (@BHAFCWomen) July 22, 2025 'Her professionalism, both on and off the pitch, has been outstanding, and her experience has been hugely influential within the squad – especially in guiding some of our younger players. 'Her goals and tactical awareness have offered consistency and leadership in the final third. We're truly grateful to have had the opportunity to work with her last season and wish her nothing but the best in the next stage of her career.' Parris began her career with Everton and has also played for Manchester City, Lyon and Arsenal as well as winning 74 caps for England. Her form for Brighton earned her a return to the national team as a substitute against Spain in February, her first appearance in an England shirt since November 2022.
The Sun
5 hours ago
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- The Sun
Who is Beth Mead's partner Vivianne Miedema? Arsenal stars' relationship compared to ‘David and Victoria Beckham'
ARSENAL midfielder Beth Mead impressed as a substitute in England's breathtaking win against Sweden in the quarter final of Euro 2025 – but she's not the only world-class footballer in her own house. Mead helped the Lionesses secure their place against Italy in the semi-final but did you know her partner Vivianne Miedema also plays for the Gunners? 5 Who is Beth Mead's partner Vivianne Miedema? Beth is dating her team-mate and fellow Arsenal star Vivianne Miedema. It was confirmed by Beth after her Euros win in 2022 that she was going out with the Dutch striker. The duo are both goalscorers with Miedema one of the most prolific in the Women's Super League. Vivianne helped fire Arsenal to the WSL title alongside Beth in the 2018/19 season. The ex-Bayern Munich forward is a record breaking attacker just like her partner, and is the Netherlands' all-time leading goalscorer. She is also a European champion after winning the Euros in 2017. Beth joked that they are the David and Victoria Beckham of women's football, saying: "Yeah – of the lesbian world." Both found out they were nominated for the Ballon d'Or 2022 while on holiday together, with Beth adding: "I was buzzing. I was like, 'Wow, I'm nominated for the Ballon d'Or. "She [ Miedema ] said, 'Yeah, it's my fifth time. I'm really proud of you though'." Beth was runner-up to Barcelona star Alexia Putellas who took home the main award. Chelsea 's Sam Kerr was third. There was also huge controversy at the event after a photo caption at the event described Beth as a "guest" of Vivianne Miedema. Beth later laughed it off but speaking on the Boots, Balls and Bras podcast, Beth said she preferred the FIFA Best Awards, where she finished third, adding she thought "the Ballon d'Or was a token Ballon d'Or for women's football". Beth was previously in a relationship with Arsenal team-mate Danielle van de Donk. 5 5 5
Yahoo
6 hours ago
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- Yahoo
Maz Pacheco becomes Everton's eighth summer signing
Everton have completed their eighth summer signing with the arrival of on a free transfer. The 26-year-old joins the club upon the expiry of her contract with Aston Villa after four seasons in which she played 92 games, scoring four times. Ormskirk-born Pacheco began her career in Merseyside with local rivals Liverpool and has now returned with the Toffees. "It is amazing to join Everton," Pacheco told the club's media. "To be at such a historic club is an unbelievable feeling. I wanted to stay in the WSL and give it my all. "I have matured as a player and for Everton to be the club to bring me back home is fantastic. To be close to family, to have friends already in the squad, and to be able to come to play at Goodison Park is amazing." Brian Sorensen's side have now made eight signings in the transfer window with Pacheco becoming the fourth new defender.
BBC News
6 hours ago
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- BBC News
England forward Parris leaves Brighton
England forward Nikita Parris has left Women's Super League side Brighton following the expiry of her 31, joined the Seagulls from Manchester United in September 2024 and went went on to score 12 goals in 28 appearances across all manager Dario Vidosic said he was "truly grateful" to have been able to work with said: "Nikita has played a vital role in helping us achieve our highest-ever WSL finish. Her professionalism, both on and off the pitch, has been outstanding, and her experience has been hugely influential within the squad - especially in guiding some of our younger players."Her goals and tactical awareness have offered consistency and leadership in the final third."The Euro 2022 winner helped Brighton to achieve their best WSL finish last term, ending the season in fifth place.
BBC News
6 hours ago
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- BBC News
Everton sign former Villa full-back Pacheco
Everton have signed 26-year-old defender Maz Pacheco following the expiry of her contract with fellow Women's Super League side Aston Pacheco, who began her career at Liverpool's academy, said it was an "unbelievable feeling" to join the Toffees."I wanted to stay in the WSL and give it my all, she said.""I have matured as a player and for Everton to be the club to bring me back home is fantastic. To be close to family, to have friends already in the squad, and to be able to come to play at Goodison Park is amazing."Pacheco is the eighth signing of the summer for Brian Sorensen's said Pacheco, who has also previously played for West Ham, Reading and Doncaster Rovers Belles, is a "quality addition."Sorensen added: "She has a lot of experience in this league and has good relationships with several members of our squad already."Maz has shown her talent throughout her time in the WSL, and I am delighted to have her with us at Everton."
