The buzz on the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup continues to thrill several reactions on social media.
Having gained much attention, especially with the match between the Super Falcon and England.
The game led to a fallout for the Nigerian team after the 4-2 penalty goal kick with the England team.
The match which started on Monday, 7th of August 2023 resulted in a goalless draw which lead to penalties.
The Incident that caused Lauren James’ dismissal
The game was a fusion of emotions and radical energy from the two teams.
In the heat of the moment, England star player, Lauren James intentionally stepped on Michelle Alozie of Nigeria in the 87 minute of the game which resulted in Lauren’s dismissal from the game after she was given a red card.
The England star was initially given a yellow card for stomping on Alozie, which seemed to be a purposeful act. After the VAR’s review, the penalty was increased to a red card.
This means that James will miss England’s following match, a quarterfinal match against Colombia on Saturday in Sydney, England will have to play the remainder of the game without their key player.
Fans’ Reactions on Social Media.
After the incident, a variety of fans on Twitter responded to James being dismissed for stepping on Alozie. Some were upset with Lauren James’ actions, while others asked her to apologize.
On the other hand, the Nigeria defender, Mitchelle Alozie has enjoyed popularity and massive support from the fans.
Lauren James apologizes to Super Falcon’s Alozie
The Chelsea star has expressed regret for jumping on a Nigerian opponent during the team’s Round of 16 encounter.
On Tuesday, Alozie on her Twitter page expresses her admiration for James despite the situation.
“We are performing on a global stage. This game is one of passion, insurmountable emotions, and moments. all my respect for Lauren James,” Alozie wrote.
abeg, rest.
Advertisementwe are playing on the world’s stage.
this game is one of passion, insurmountable emotions, and moments.
all respect for Lauren James.
Advertisement— michelle alozie (@alozieee) August 8, 2023
James tweeted her regrets in response, saying: “All my love and respect to you. I am sorry for what happened.
All my love and respect to you. I am sorry for what happened.
Also, for our England fans and my team-mates, playing with and for you is my greatest honour and I promise to learn from my experience. https://t.co/Vi4hBIewiS
— Lauren James (@laurenjamess22) August 8, 2023
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With three goals and three assists, Lauren James was one of England’s stars for the games. Due to the red card, the 21-year-old will miss England’s subsequent three games.
After Lauren James apologized, the Lioness also release a statement
“Lauren is really sorry for her actions which led to the red card and is full of remorse. It is wholly out of character for her”
“We will be supporting Lauren throughout and will be putting forward representation on her behalf. We fully respect FIFA’s disciplinary process and will not be making any further comment until after any decision has been made.” England added.
