England’s WAGs Fly to Germany to Support Players After Disappointing Draw Against Slovenia
Following England’s lackluster 0-0 draw against Slovenia, the team’s WAGs (wives and girlfriends) flew across Germany to lift their partners’ spirits. The performance had left fans and players alike feeling deflated, with boos echoing through the stadium as the final whistle blew. However, the players found solace in the comforting presence of their loved ones in the stands.
The wives and girlfriends, including Harry Kane’s wife Katie Goodland, Bukayo Saka’s girlfriend Tolami Benson, and Jarrod Bowen’s partner Dani Dyer, were seen offering hugs and words of support to their respective partners. In an effort to spend more quality time together, some of the WAGs went the extra mile by flying 170 miles on private jets to join the team at their luxurious five-star hotel.
Conor Gallagher’s girlfriend Aine May Kennedy and Anthony Gordon’s partner Annie Keating arrived at Erfurt airport in a Cessna 525 jet, accompanied by other family members. Shortly after, John Stones’ girlfriend Olivia Naylor landed in a Cessna 560 jet with their six-month-old son. The devoted partners, decked in stylish outfits, made their way to the waiting vehicles before being driven to the team’s base at the Weimarer Golf Hotel and Spa in Blankenhain.
The families had precious hours together, as the players had returned to their base camp after the match via a charter jet. It was evident from the pictures captured at previous games that the players cherished their families’ support and valued their presence in the stands. While the traveling may be exhausting for the WAGs, their commitment to spending time together was evident.
The visit on this occasion was shorter than the previous family fun day held after the draw with Denmark. The Football Association (FA) had organized a range of activities, including burger trucks and bouncy castles, for the players’ children to enjoy at the luxury resort. However, Captain Harry Kane playfully remarked that seven hours with the kids was more than enough.
Throughout the group stage, the families have had the opportunity to visit the players after each match. However, the players’ remote camp in East Germany is located hundreds of miles away from where the Group C matches have been held. This meant that those who made the trip each time had traveled a total of 3,200 miles, including flights from England.
The unwavering support of the WAGs has undoubtedly played a crucial role in boosting the players’ morale during the tournament. Their presence serves as a reminder of the love and encouragement waiting for them back home. As England progresses in the competition, the WAGs will continue to be a source of strength, offering a sense of normalcy amidst the pressures of elite-level football.