“The Hegerberg pen wasn't a pen, Lydia. Offside all day long.”
“Charlotte, how many times? A player can’t be offside until she’s active but she can still be fouled.”
On my Substack today, I'm joined by a good friend to natter on about all things UEFA Women’s Euros.
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The Euros from the Sofa #4
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On Substack, I discuss the monarchy and governance
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Of all that's been written about the Lionesses' magnificent victory, one word has stayed with me:
Chaos
Read more in my latest Substack:
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I'm very proud to be working with @floodlitdreams.bsky.social and #TonyAdams on #1996, an exceptional book. It's incredibly raw and honest, but gives hope to all who think they've reached rock bottom. Football stories and #FootballBooks don't come more powerful than this.
In the latest Euros from the Sofa, I talk about the Lionesses, Sunderland, and an amazing sports photographer whose work you need to know. Eve of final nerves? Me too. But this team always saves the best till last.
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By happenstance I’m at Wembley for work today. Can’t believe we’ll be back here in ten days and this place will be roaring
#TilTheEnd
This story is staggering. Gisele Pelicot called for shame to change sides. #Travelodge have shown no shame despite their self-proclaimed “correct procedures” enabling a sexual predator to obtain a duplicate key card and carry out an assault.
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The royals, govt and UK media need to read this. Sharpish.
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Plotloser
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Writing about what catches my eye in the UEFA Women's Euros 2025
📢Today we announce a very special book: ‘1996’ #TonyAdams. England captain at #Euro96, his life collapsed off-pitch and he faced the fight of his life to get help and to heal.
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On Substack, I discuss the monarchy and governance
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... in all sorts of things, but this week in governance