The wives and girlfriends, often referred to as WAGs, of Fleetwood Town players have garnered attention following the team's unexpected victory over Arsenal in the Carabao Cup. The League Two side secured a 5-3 penalty shootout win against the Premier League club, marking their first-ever appearance in the tournament's quarter-finals.
Among those celebrating was Francesca Britton, wife of Fleetwood Town goalkeeper Jay Lynch and manager to influencer Molly-Mae. Britton expressed her pride in her husband, calling him the team's 'hero' in a social media post. She married Lynch in Barbados in 2023 and together they have two sons, Bobbie and Tate. Britton began managing Molly-Mae in 2019 and previously directed The Social PR.
Jessica Pairman, girlfriend of midfielder Crispin McLean, also shared her joy, referring to McLean as her 'soulmate'. Pairman, from Glasgow, is pursuing a degree in fashion marketing and branding while working at Starbucks. She also recently completed a Higher National Diploma in Fashion Business.
Irish striker Ronan Coughlan's wife, Soph, a popular influencer, celebrated the win with a photo of her husband and their child, Leo, on the pitch. The couple, who married in Tuscany, welcomed Leo in April.
Lucie Pywell, girlfriend of defender Finley Potter, was present at the match, beaming with pride. Pywell works as an advanced paralegal and conveyancer in Sheffield. The couple, who began dating in the summer of 2024, have shared images from various international trips, including to Jamaica and Greece.