Manchester United's goalkeeper kept the Lionesses in the game - but fans still can't buy her shirt
England fans have rushed to praise Mary Earps after a crucial save denied Spain a 2-0 lead in the World Cup final.
The Spanish team were handed a kick from the spot after a lengthy VAR review of a handball from Kiera Walsh in the box. But as nerves mounted, Manchester United's goalkeeper kept her steely focus - earning her the nickname 'Mary Queen of Stops'. England fans took to social media to celebrate Earps, who could be seen shouting enthusiastically after saving Jenni Hermoso's shot - with many saying they'd rush to buy her shirt. Nike has faced criticism this tournament after their decision not to sell shirts with the goalkeeper's name on."The best penalty save I've seen!," one fan tweeted. Others called Earps a 'hero' and a 'saviour'.
Fans bemoaned not being able to buy an Earps shirt, with one saying: I NEED TO BUY A MARY EARPS SHIRT BUT IT DOESN’T EXIST." Danielle Kennedy tweeted Nike asking them to change their decision, writing: "@Nike I need a Mary Earps shirt please".Alex Oldham tweeted: "Whatever the result, Mary Earps POTM for me. She’s been outstanding. Absolutely no fault of hers for Spain’s goal. Brilliant penalty save. Passion, leadership and determination."
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