Nigeria’s defender #22 Michelle Alozie (lower) reacts after being fouled by England’s forward #07 Lauren James during the Australia and New Zealand 2023 Women’s World Cup round of 16 football match between England and Nigeria at Brisbane Stadium in Brisbane on August 7, 2023. (Photo by Patrick Hamilton / AFP)
Lauren James has received a two-match ban from FIFA for stamping on Nigeria player Michelle Alozie, resulting in her absence from England’s Women’s World Cup quarter-final clash against Colombia, announced the world governing body on Thursday.
James, who is England’s leading goal scorer in the tournament with three goals, was shown a red card for a reckless stamp on Alozie’s back during the 87th minute of Monday’s game.
The 21-year-old Chelsea player, who will also miss the semi-final if England qualifies, apologized for the incident on Tuesday.
Despite being reduced to 10 players for more than half an hour, England went on to defeat Nigeria in a penalty shootout after the match ended 0-0 following extra time.
“The FIFA Disciplinary Committee has imposed a two-match suspension on England’s player Lauren James…,” stated FIFA in a press release.
“The suspension will be valid for the FIFA Women’s World Cup quarter-final and the next international fixture afterwards.”
England will face Colombia on Saturday. The Football Association (FA) declined to comment on the suspension.
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