Apology from Lauren James to Michelle Alusi

Englishwoman apologizes for intentionally hurting Nigerian player during Women’s World Cup Final

Englishwoman Lauren James has apologized to her Nigerian counterpart Michelle Alusi for intentionally hurting her during a match between their two teams yesterday, Monday, in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup Final.

Video footage shows intentional harm

Video footage shows Lauren deliberately hurt Alozi in the 84th minute when she fell onto the pitch after making contact with her English counterpart.

Referee’s decision and apology

The cameras caught Lauren deliberately stepping on Alozi’s back.

The referee of the match returned to the “mouse” technique to consider this situation before the Englishman was shown a red card.

“This game is a game of passion and emotions that cannot be overcome in a moment. With all due respect to Lauren James,” Aluzi wrote after the match through her account on the “X” platform.

Apology from Lauren James

Lauren James, sister of Chelsea star Rhys James, responded to the Nigerian player’s tweet and wrote: “With all my love and respect for you, I’m so sorry about what happened.”

She added: “Sorry also for our fans in England and my teammates, playing with you and for you is the greatest honor for me and I promise to learn from my experience.”

Outcome of the match

Of note, England managed to overtake their Nigerian counterpart 4-2 on penalties after drawing in regulation and extra time as they advanced to the quarter-finals of the Women’s World Cup in New York. Zealand and Australia.

Source

Source: RT