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Former England ace Carney to lead women’s football review announced by culture secretary Nadine Dorries
KAREN CARNEY will head a major review on the future of women’s football in England, according to a government announcement.
Culture Secretary Nadine Dorries revealed the former Lioness will chair an “in-depth” examination of the women’s domestic game.
Broadcast revenue generated by the sport will be among the issues to be covered by the government-backed review[/caption]
It follows some significant changes to the sport over the years, particularly at its highest levels with the professionalisation of the WSL and FA Women’s Championship.
The review, backed by the Culture, Media and Sports Department, will include an analysis of the sport’s elite and grassroots levels and will be launched by the FA in the coming weeks.
It comes after England’s historic triumph at the Women’s Euros in July with the team winning their first major contest crown.
Lionesses’ heroine Carney, 35, a Sky Sports pundit who has 144 international caps said: “Over the last few years, the game has grown significantly and at a rapid pace.
“Of course, this is an exciting time, but there is an urgent need to ensure there are processes and structures in place that protect the interest of the game and the people working in it.
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“I have always said that the sport needs to be built on solid foundations to give it long-lasting success in a sustainable way.
“For me, this is a defining period for the sport and this review will be at the heart of that.”
The DCMS-backed review is set to cover a range of issues.
These include the game’s infrastructure and audience reach, its financial sustainability and broadcast revenue as well as sponsorship and competition prize money.
The stark disparity in FA Cup prize cash between men’s and women’s sides has been a concern for fans and club managers over the years.
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In March football chiefs announced an increase in Women’s FA Cup prize money with the fund set to rise from £428,915 to £3million from this season.
The future of the WSL is another topic that has come up for debate in recent months.
This summer has seen calls for the top tier to become commercially independent with Chelsea chief Emma Hayes calling for the league to be taken out of the FA’s hands.
The review of the domestic women’s and girls’ game will see industry experts invited to give evidence at meetings to be led by Carney across the country.
Football experts are due to be called to give evidence as part of the review’s analysis of the girls’ and women’s game[/caption]
It will culminate with a report on the state of the sport to be published early next year.
Ms Dorries added: “The Lionesses’ spectacular performance shows how far we have come at the top of the women’s game.
“While it is right that we celebrate and reflect on that success, we need an equal emphasis on improving participation, employment opportunities, commercial investment and visibility in the media.”
Cristiano Ronaldo ‘left mum in tears’ during ‘phone call after ace smashed her autistic son’s phone on the ground
A MUM says she wept after allegedly clashing with “arrogant” Cristiano Ronaldo in a phone call when the ace smashed her teen son’s phone on the ground.
Sarah Kelly, 37, spoke out after the Manchester United striker accepted a caution for an incident at Goodison Park last season.
Mum Sarah Kelly says she was left in tears after Cristiano Ronaldo called her days after smashing her son’s phone to the ground[/caption]
The champ appeared to slap Jacob Harding’s hand as he left the pitch after his side were beaten by Everton.
He later apologised to the 14-year-old, who has autism.
Earlier this month, the Portuguese star was interviewed by police under caution in relation to an alleged assault and criminal damage.
Merseyside Police later confirmed: “The matter has been dealt with by way of conditional caution. The matter has now concluded.”
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But Sarah says she feels cheated – and claims Ronaldo has not even offered to replace the smashed phone, the Mirror reports.
She was allegedly contacted by the player by telephone in the days after the incident but claims she was left “shaking and crying” because of his attitude.
Ronaldo allegedly told her he hadn’t “kicked or punched anybody” during the chat.
“I was raging and my heart was pumping,” she said.
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Both Sarah and Everton fan Jacob have also been targeted by trolls.
“It was disgusting. My boy has a heart of gold,” she said.
“I’m scared to leave the house, always looking over my shoulder.”
Sarah says she now plans to take legal action.
“I want to see justice because there hasn’t been any,” she said.
Jacob told the paper: “I looked up to him but he didn’t set an example that day.”
It is understood that Ronaldo has agreed to compensate the Jacob and his mum.
Man Utd bosses confirmed they won’t be taking action back in April.
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Chiefs are believed to be happy with the ace’s apology.
In a post online, Ronaldo said: “It’s never easy to deal with emotions in difficult moments such as the one we are facing.
“Nevertheless, we always have to be respectful, patient and set the example for all the youngsters who love the beautiful game.
“I would like to apologise for my outburst and, if possible, I would like to invite this supporter to watch a game at Old Trafford as a sign of fair-play and sportsmanship.”
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He had been visibly angry as he made his way off the turf following the Red Devils’ dismal loss at the hands of struggling Everton.
The United superstar appeared to lash out as he headed back to the away team dressing room.
Ronaldo later posted an apology on social media. He has also accepted a caution[/caption]