Tom Hamilton
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Tom Hamilton
@tomhamiltonespn.bsky.social
ESPN Senior Writer
Before their WRWC semifinal, Canada's head coach Kévin Rouet said: "We're Canada, nobody knows about us, and we're happy with that!" Well, that's no longer the case.

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Canada crowdfunded their way to Women's Rugby World Cup. Now they're in the final
The worst-kept secret at the Women's Rugby World Cup is out: Canada are in the final, and they're eyeing up the winners of England and France.
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September 20, 2025 at 1:48 PM
From Sunderland as England got the job done and records are already being shattered in what will be a transformative World Cup.

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England make statement to start record-breaking World Cup
England put in a statement performance against the U.S. to provide lift off for what is already a record-breaking Women's Rugby World Cup.
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August 23, 2025 at 12:13 PM
A scene-setter ahead of tonight's opening match of the Women's Rugby World Cup where the spotlight is brighter than ever on the Red Roses.

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History beckons in the Women's Rugby World Cup - but can anyone stop England?
The Red Roses kick off the 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup against the U.S. on Friday - can anyone stop their march to glory?
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August 22, 2025 at 12:25 PM
I followed every step of England’s journey in Switzerland. This is the definitive story of their Euro 2025 win.

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Don't Stop Believing: The inside story of how England won Euro 2025
Late heroics, Reggie the dog and a new team mantra. Here's the inside story of how England won the 2025 European Championship.
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July 28, 2025 at 10:04 AM
Spurs’ season of parallel realities continues… t.co/oi4GqvwLlS
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May 2, 2025 at 9:49 AM
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This week's episode of @ESPNFC's "The Football Reporters" is all women's soccer: #NWSL preview, #WSL homestretch, and FIFA's plans for a Women's Club World Cup. Full episode on YouTube with @emilyskeogh.bsky.social + @tomhamiltonespn.bsky.social 👇
Does women's football have a competitiveness problem? 🤔 | The Football Reporters | ESPN FC
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March 12, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Something from Dublin on the championship-deciding match here tomorrow

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Ireland vs France: Where will 'Six Nations decider' be won and lost?
Ahead of the pivotal Six Nations match in Dublin on Saturday, there has been a dab of psychological jabbing from the French camp this week.
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March 7, 2025 at 4:09 PM
The Shakhtar Stalevi story, a team of soldiers and civilians injured in war.

"I have two reasons to live now: my family and football"

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Ukraine's wounded find love, hope in soccer: 'Shakhtar is bringing me back to life'
The players on Shakhtar Stalevi, a team of Ukrainian amputees formed in 2024, have been greatly impacted by the full-scale Russian invasion. But they've gained a purpose, and new life, through soccer.
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February 23, 2025 at 2:18 PM
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Ukraine's wounded find love, hope in soccer: 'Shakhtar is bringing me back to life'
The players on Shakhtar Stalevi, a team of Ukrainian amputees formed in 2024, have been greatly impacted by the full-scale Russian invasion. But they've gained a purpose, and new life, through soccer.
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February 23, 2025 at 1:45 PM
From Twickenham. England found themselves in a familiar predicament with a couple of minutes left. But this time, they found the solution. Now they must build. www.espn.co.uk/rugby/story/...
Six Nations: How valiant England punished error-strewn France
ESPN's Tom Hamilton provides analysis from England's chaotic, hoodoo-dispelling win over France in the Six Nations.
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February 8, 2025 at 9:47 PM
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With ESPN colleagues @emilyskeogh.bsky.social and @tomhamiltonespn.bsky.social ... How Chelsea broke the women's transfer record to sign Naomi Girma. #cfc #uswnt

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How Chelsea broke the women's transfer record to sign USWNT star Girma
Chelsea have made USWNT defender Naomi Girma the first $1m transfer in women's football, but how did the record-breaking deal come about?
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January 26, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Big news from England ahead of their Six Nations opener against Ireland on Saturday. Cadan Murley makes his debut on the wing, while Tom and Ben Curry are named in the back-row and Marcus Smith at 10. England opt for 6-2 split on the bench.
January 28, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Naomi Girma set to become first player in women’s game to command a seven-figure transfer fee to Chelsea. More on the story which ESPN broke last week, with @emilyskeogh.bsky.social

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Sources: USWNT's Girma nears record Chelsea move
Chelsea are closing in on the signing of San Diego Wave centre-back Naomi Girma for a world-record fee exceeding $1 million.
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January 22, 2025 at 8:48 PM
New contract for Chris Wood through to 2027. Should be announced in next couple of days.

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Sources: High-flying Wood to sign new Forest deal
Chris Wood is set to sign a new two-year contract with Nottingham Forest, sources have told ESPN.
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January 22, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Chelsea leading the way for USWNT star Naomi Girma. Lyon and Arsenal also keen. Story with Emily Keogh.

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Chelsea lead race to sign Naomi Girma - sources
Chelsea are leading the race to sign San Diego Wave centre-back Naomi Girma, while Arsenal and Lyon are also interested in the United States women's national team star, sources have told ESPN.
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January 16, 2025 at 11:40 AM
Tamworth goalkeeper Jasbir Singh became a dad on Saturday. On Sunday he kept Spurs out for 90 minutes. Today it’s back to work as a building surveyor

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From maternity ward to FA Cup drama: How Tamworth almost shocked Tottenham
From maternity ward to football pitch, and dressing room to changing room, Tamworth almost knocked Tottenham out of the FA Cup.
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January 13, 2025 at 6:58 AM
Ilona Maher spent 90 minutes signing autographs after her Bristol Bears debut. Fair to say she’s arrived in the PWR.

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U.S. rugby star Ilona Maher makes Bristol debut
Ilona Maher said there were nerves ahead of her Bristol Bears debut but believes she has taken a step forward in adjusting to the full-sided format of rugby.
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January 6, 2025 at 8:36 AM
Rugby superstar Ilona Maher in line to make her Bristol Bears women’s debut on Sunday having been named on the bench for their match with Gloucester-Hartpury.
January 3, 2025 at 11:04 AM
Good fun that. Netherlands vs USWNT. Emma Hayes’ substitutions make the difference. www.espn.com/soccer/story...
USWNT-Netherlands talking points: Naeher shines in send-off, Dutch show promise without Yohannes
In Alyssa Naeher's final match, the USWNT came from behind to win 2-1 against the Netherlands with help from young star Lily Yohannes.
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December 4, 2024 at 9:58 AM
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November 30, 2024 at 5:16 PM
This is great from Rob Dawson on the impossible job that is managing Manchester United.

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Is managing Man United an impossible job? Amorim will soon find out
Ruben Amorim is the sixth permanent manager to try fixing Manchester United since Sir Alex Ferguson left in 2013. Talking to those who've tried over the past decade, it's always harder than you'd thin...
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November 27, 2024 at 4:12 PM
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Tomorrow, Jude Bellingham will step out at Anfield, though not in the way many LFC fans hoped he would not so long ago. But Liverpool now have their own midfield superstar: Ryan Gravenberch. I spoke to some of the people involved in his rise, including his dad,Ryan Sr. www.espn.co.uk/football/sto...
How Gravenberch became Liverpool's answer to Bellingham
Liverpool wanted to sign Jude Bellingham before he joined Real Madrid in 2023, but Ryan Gravenberch has proven to be a fine replacement option.
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November 26, 2024 at 10:34 AM