Gogglebox fans are thrilled the show is back for a new series - but admitted they're missing two old favourites. The armchair critics returned to their sofas on Friday night but this time without original star Stephen Webb.
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England fans have rushed to praise Mary Earps after a crucial save denied Spain a 2-0 lead in the World Cup final.
The Spanish team were handed a kick from the spot after a lengthy VAR review of a handball from Kiera Walsh in the box. But as nerves mounted, Manchester United's goalkeeper kept her steely focus - earning her the nickname 'Mary Queen of Stops'.
England fans took to social media to celebrate Earps, who could be seen shouting enthusiastically after saving Jenni Hermoso's shot - with many saying they'd rush to buy her shirt. Nike has faced criticism this tournament after their decision not to sell shirts with the goalkeeper's name on.
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"The best penalty save I've seen!," one fan tweeted. Others called Earps a 'hero' and a 'saviour'.
Fans bemoaned not being able to buy an Earps shirt, with one saying: I NEED TO BUY A MARYEARPS SHIRT BUT IT DOESN’T EXIST."
Danielle Kennedy tweeted Nike asking them to change their decision, writing: "@Nike I need a Mary Earps shirt please".
"Mary Earps has earned her place in football history," another said.
Alex Oldham tweeted: "Whatever the result, Mary Earps POTM for me. She’s been outstanding. Absolutely no fault of hers for Spain’s goal. Brilliant penalty save. Passion, leadership and determination."
Gogglebox fans are thrilled the show is back for a new series - but admitted they're missing two old favourites. The armchair critics returned to their sofas on Friday night but this time without original star Stephen Webb.
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Spain have defeated England’s Lionesses to win the women’s soccer World Cup.
England Women have lost the Women's World Cup final, making Spain world champions.The European champions lost 1-0 to Spain, in the historic final at Sydney's Stadium Australia. England started the game well, as they seemed to have quashed any nerves when Lauren Hemp hit the crossbar on the 15 minute mark. Just minuets later, Lionesses keeper Mary Earps made a sensational save to deny Salma Paralluelo from five yards out.
Olga Carmona has shot into the lime light after scoring the first goal of the woman's FIFA World Cup final.The Spaniard, from Seville, stunned England fans when she crushed their hope of an early win in Sydney, Australia.The 23-year-old slotted past Mary Earps to take them to a 1-0 win , making her the talking point of the first half. She represents Real Madrid women's team and has been crucial to Spain’s magical run to the final. Already she has gained popularity due to scoring a winner for the La Roja in semi-final against Sweden, in the 90th minute of the game.The superstar made her senior debut in 2021, was also part of the under-19 Spanish side which won the 2018 European Championship.
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During the FIFA Women’s World Cup final this weekend, the eyes of the nation will be glued to their TV screens to see if the Lionesses can beat Spain to lift the World Cup trophy for the first time. However, despite the growing popularity of the team and their many wins - including becoming champions at the 2022 Euros - there is a huge gap between male and female earnings in the sport. England goalkeeper for the male team Jordan Pickford receives £5.2 million a year from his deal with Everton, while female England goalkeeper Mary Earps is estimated to earn around £150,000 from her contract with Manchester United, reports The Times.
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