Women’s World Cup athletes receive hugs, condolences to rivals for graceful victory

(Agence France-Presse, Sydney, 17th) Unless there is an unusual clash or a series of red cards in the final of the Women’s World Cup on the 20th, the scene of players from both sides consoling each other after the match will be more important . scene of this women’s world cup. One of the most memorable images.

England, who will meet Spain in Sydney for the title, are often quick to approach their distraught opponents with warm hugs and words of condolence after the final whistle.

England, who won the European women’s soccer championship once, defeated the home team Australia 3-1 in the semi-final yesterday in front of 75,000 spectators in Sydney, and won Australia and Australia captain Sam Kerr.

But England players and staff, known as the Lionesses, consoled an emotional Cole after the final whistle. Cole plays in the English football team Chelsea (Chelsea) and is one of the most respected strikers.

England faced Nigeria in the round of 16. After beating Nigeria 4-2 in the penalty shootout, images of England players rushing to console Nigerian goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie went viral online.

England midfielder Keira Walsh said it was not intentional.

It is a philosophy established by coach Sarina Wiegman to have humility and respect for your opponent.

“We all know what it’s like to be eliminated from the World Cup, it’s one of the worst feelings in the world,” Walsh said.

“When you see other players so upset, I think it’s a natural human reaction to go see if they’re okay,” Walsh said, “I think most people would do that in that situation.”