Spain's World Cup final goalscorer is told her father has died just moments after winning trophy

A young football fan has appeared on Lorraine to discuss campaigning for Mary Earps to have replica shirts. Before the beginning of the Women’s World Cup, Nike, which produces the replicas, announced it would not be producing the one worn by the England goalkeeper, in a move that the Lioness called “hurtful.” This caused outrage among fans and inspired Emmy Somauroo, 16, to start a petition that gained over 150,000 signatures.

Prince William has faced criticism from football fans after he failed to attend the Women's World Cup final, which saw England's Lionesses face off against the Spanish team on Sunday, 20 August. Despite a valiant effort, the Lionesses were beaten 1-0 by Spain in a tense clash. However, they’re still being lauded for changing the face of women’s football - and for being the first England team to make a World Cup Final since 1966.

The England Lionesses defeat to Spain in the Women’s World Cup Final was watched by a peak of 14.4M people yesterday across the BBC and ITV.

Piers Morgan has been slammed on Twitter after posting a controversial joke about the FIFA Women's World Cup final.The broadcaster, who is well known for regularly sparking controversy, took to Twitter during the England vs Spain match, and wrote: "Seem to be a lot of very over-emotional women on here right now. Calm down, it’s only a game of football… ([crying laughing emoji])" Football fans were quick to slam Piers, with many referencing his own emotional outbursts, including storming off the Good Morning Britain set during a row about Meghan Markle.

Prior to the match, Queen posted a heartfelt message of support to her 105,000 followers on Instagram, with an accompanying video of her gushing about the Spanish team in an interview with Spain's TV1 before kick-off.

The BBC were forced to apologise to viewers, following a rather awkward on-air blunder during the Women's World Cup final. Just moments after kick-off, viewers watching on the BBC took to social media to complain that they could hear the Spanish commentary over the English.

Manchester United Women's goalkeeper Mary Earps was forced to pick herself off the floor to claim the World Cup Golden Glove after England were beaten 1-0 by Spain in the final on Sunday.

Simply Red wrote: “Congratulations Spain. Best team on this day.”Ahead of the game the band also said: “The England Women’s team represent the country I wanna be part of,” before taking a dig at the Tories and Rishi Sunak for not attending the final.Congratulations Spain.

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.

England fans have rushed to praise Mary Earps after a crucial save denied Spain a 2-0 lead in the World Cup final.

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has aimed a dig at football's schedulers for allowing other games which clash with the Women's World Cup final to go ahead.

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.

Piers Morgan has slammed Prince William for not attending the Women's World Cup final.The Prince of Wales' decision has united fans and celebrities alike who had branded the absence as "ridiculous" and a "shame." One person who has been particularly critical of the Prince's decision, is Piers Morgan, who stressed that he should have got on a plane. Piers Morgan tweeted: "With respect, YRH (Your Royal Highness), you should have got on a plane.

The Prince of Wales is facing a continued backlash over his decision not to attend the Women’s World Cup final in Australia.

The players starting in England women's first ever World Cup final have been named ahead of their historic fixture against Spain.

Tensions are high as England prepare to take on Spain in the final of the FIFA Women's World Cup today (Sunday August 20).

The England women's football team has made it through to the World Cup final after thrashing Australia 3-1 in the semis. Now all eyes will be on the Roses to see if they have what it takes to win England's first World Cup since 1966.

England Lionesses are hoping to make history today as they take part in the Women's World Cup final. The team will face Spain at the 75,000-plus capacity Stadium Australia on Sunday morning.

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.