England player apologizes for red card incident at World Cup

Lauren James received a red card in England's knockout victory over Nigeria to advance to the quarter-finals of the World Cup.

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Lauren James has apologized after receiving a red card in England's knockout win.

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Lauren James was penalized in the round of 16 match after kicking Michel Alozzi's back.

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"All my love and respect to @alozieee," James said in an Instagram Story on Tuesday.

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James also posted a message on X in response to Aloysie's post addressing the incident.

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With the score at 0-0 in the 87th minute, James stepped on Alozzi.

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After that Elozie fell down on her stomach and James climbed up.

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