Lauren James sent off for stamping on opponent during England’s World Cup clash
England star Lauren James was sent off for stamping on the back of an opponent during the Lionesses’ Women’s World Cup last-16 tie against Nigeria.
The 21-year-old was shown a straight red card for violent conduct in the 86th minute, with the match 0-0, after stamping on the back of Nigeria player Michelle Alozie.
James was initially shown a yellow card by the referee, but VAR recommended a review and the yellow card was upgraded to red after the act of petulance.
The forward has been England’s player of the World Cup but was left frustrated after Nigeria marked her out of the game.
It left England with 10 players going into extra time of the knockout stage match.
LAUREN JAMES HAS BEEN SENT OFF FOR ENGLAND!#FIFAWWC #ENG #NGA #Lionesses pic.twitter.com/RVkRj33NEF
— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) August 7, 2023
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