As the England soccer team arrives in Miami for their World Cup quarter-final match, the partners, known as WAGs, of several players have offered insights into the opulent beachfront accommodations the team is utilizing. Ellie Watkins, wife of Ollie Watkins, and Megan Pickford, wife of Jordan Pickford, shared details and visuals of their lavish Miami homes via social media.
Watkins, 30, posted a TikTok video showcasing a day in Miami with her two children, Amara and Marley. The footage revealed an expansive living area with electronic blinds, leading out to a large pool and jacuzzi. The video also depicted her daughter engaged in swimming activities and Watkins herself exercising in a gym, followed by a mirror selfie in a walk-in dressing room.
Megan Pickford spent a beach day with her three children: Arlo George, seven, Ostara Haze, two, and baby Misty Celine, 14 months. She shared images of sun loungers on the beach and a video of her daughters on a balcony overlooking a garden with palm trees.
The team is preparing to face Norway at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. This follows a 3-2 victory against Mexico at the Azteca Stadium. However, the squad is dealing with several player absences due to injury and illness.
Defender Quansah is unavailable for the Norway game after receiving a red card against Mexico. Midfielder Jordan Henderson will also miss the match due to a wrist injury sustained in Mexico City. Reece James's availability is uncertain due to a knock, and Declan Rice is sidelined with an illness, compounded by existing hamstring and lower back issues. FA officials are taking measures to isolate Rice from the rest of the team to prevent further spread of the illness.
The Norwegian team is also reportedly experiencing illness within its camp, with goalkeeper Orjan Nyland confirming the situation and noting that their team doctor is occupied. Two Norwegian players have already missed matches due to sickness, and their manager has exhibited symptoms publicly.