The wives and girlfriends of England's football stars were out in full force as the team secured a tense 1-0 victory over Mexico in the early hours of Monday morning, booking their place in the World Cup quarter-finals. The WAGs, a fixture of major tournaments for decades, brought their trademark glamour and support to the stands.
Jordan and Megan Pickford Share a Loving Kiss
Goalkeeper Jordan Pickford, who was instrumental in keeping Mexico at bay, raced into the stands after the final whistle to share a loving kiss with his wife Megan. The couple, who have been together since their teenage years, have a son and two daughters. Megan was seen wearing a poncho to keep dry during the match, and she was on her feet with her arms in the air, beaming as victory was secured.
Kate Kane Celebrates with Harry
England captain Harry Kane, who scored the winning goal, visited his wife Kate in the stands before the match for a kiss. Kate, a fitness instructor turned influencer, donned a poncho and chatted with other fans during the tense game. The couple have four children and have been married since 2019.
Support from Afar and in the Stands
Ellie Alderson, wife of striker Ollie Watkins, was not present at the Azteca Stadium but posted on social media that she and the children were watching the match at home. Tolami Benson, who got engaged to Bukayo Saka last year, shared a photo on Instagram of herself braving the grey weather to cheer from the stands.
The WAGs' presence has been a staple of English football culture since the 2006 World Cup, with iconic figures like Victoria Beckham and Cheryl paving the way. Their support helped spur England to a hard-fought victory, setting up a quarter-final clash later this week.
