England WAGs respond to Roy Keane’s comments on World Cup outfits
England’s WAGs have reportedly hit back at Roy Keane after the former Manchester United captain mocked their World Cup outfits, with one source branding the ITV pundit a “miserable old git”, reports BritPanorama.
Keane sparked debate after criticising the wives and girlfriends of England’s players for wearing replica shirts bearing their partners’ names during the World Cup. He described the trend as “ridiculous” and questioned its popularity during international tournaments.
In response, several WAGs have declared their intention to continue wearing the personalised shirts as a show of support for their partners. A friend of the group stated, “They are adamant they will wear whatever they want,” reinforcing their determination not to be swayed by Keane’s remarks.
The insider added, “Why should they let someone like Roy Keane tell them otherwise? He’s a miserable old git.” The group reportedly views the criticism with amusement, considering it more of a joke than a serious affront.
Keane’s comments, made during Gary Neville’s Stick to Football podcast, clearly struck a nerve. He expressed disbelief at the spectacle of partners wearing players’ names, suggesting it reflects poorly on the culture surrounding the tournament. “They only do it at the World Cup. They don’t do it at Old Trafford or Anfield every week, do they? So what’s with this World Cup?” Keane remarked.
Despite the critiques, the visibility of England’s partners has not waned as they document their experiences on social media while supporting the team under manager Thomas Tuchel. Among those in attendance are Megan Davison, wife of goalkeeper Jordan Pickford, and Lauren Fryer, partner of Declan Rice.
As England prepares to face DR Congo on Wednesday, the spirited support of their WAGs highlights the intersection of sports culture and personal allegiance, bringing a vibrant, if contentious, energy to the tournament.
