Nigeria striker Desire Oparanozie has apologised to the country's supporters after missing her penalty in the Woman's World Cup last 16 defeat to England.
England boss Sarina Wiegman admitted "sweetest person" Lauren James "lost her emotions" as she received a red card that could see the 21-year-old miss the remainder of the World Cup.
England defender Lucy Bronze revealed she made a post-match beeline to console "upset" Lauren James after the forward was shown what could be a World Cup-ending red card in the Lionesses’ nervy last 16 victory over Nigeria.
England beat Nigeria on penalties in the Women's World Cup last-16 despite the late red card for Lauren James.
England boss Sarina Wiegman lauded the Lionesses' adaptability after a system shake-up sparked a thumping 6-1 victory over China at the Women's World Cup.
Two goals from Lauren James led England to secure top spot in Group D with a thumping 6-1 victory over China at the FIFA Women's World Cup.