England Women's goalkeeper Mary Earps may have been off her line for vital penalty save against Spain in Women's World Cup final

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England Women's goalkeeper Mary Earps may have been off her line for vital penalty save against Spain in Women's World Cup final

By Michael Rudling For Mailonline

Published: 07:44 EDT, 20 August 2023 | Updated: 07:54 EDT, 20 August 2023

A picture of Mary Earps during the Women's World Cup final suggests she may have been off her line when making a vital penalty save against Spain.

The kick was a awarded for a handball with Spain leading 1-0 after a VAR check, but Earps ensured the defecit was not increased with a solid save to her left.

It was one of many key contributions from Earps, who was among England's best players in the final. 


A screenshot shared on Twitter from BBC Sport's coverage of the game appears to show Earps was off her line when the penalty was taken.

If spotted, this would have results in the penalty being re-taken, giving Spain another chance to double their lead.

One fan suggested it could have been a 'big moment' in the game, while others felt the England star was 'clearly off her line.'

Spain lead after Olga Carmona's first half opener, which came in a dominant opening as England struggled to get a foothold in midfield.

Sarina Wiegman's side improved after the break, but are yet to secure what would be a vital equaliser at Stadium Australia.

More to follow. 

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