England fans have been left fuming after a Lionesses star was asked a question about Love Island during their press conference ahead of their Euros quarter-final clash with Sweden.
Sarina Wiegman’s side are in the midst of defending the title they won in dramatic fashion against Germany at Wembley three years ago, and will take on the Swedes on Thursday evening for a spot in the last-four.
After a slow start to the competition that saw England lose 2-1 against France, they have bounced back in style with dismantlings of the Netherlands and Wales to reach the last-eight.
The team are still favourites to win the competition, but naturally have their full focus on Thursday’s game against Sweden as they look to reach the next stage.
So defender Lucy Bronze may have expected to be asked about that when she took to the media room to carry out press conference duties ahead of the match – but was instead met with a question about reality TV.
Bronze seemed puzzled as a reporter in the room asked her about Love Island, and fans have been left outraged by the events on social media.
England fans have been left outraged after Lucy Bronze was asked a question about Love Island ahead of England’s clash against Sweden
Bronze laughed awkwardly and chose not to answer the question about who would do best on the show
Sarina Wiegman said: ‘I have no idea what you’re talking about’ when questioned about side
Fans took to social media to criticise the line of questioning ahead of the quarter-final clash
‘We know that Love Island has been part of the breakfast chatter,’ the reporter began as Bronze looked to her right, where Wiegman was sat. ‘Just curious to find out who you think would do well in the villa out of the squad and why.’
After a curious laugh, Bronze looked to her manager, who replied: ‘I have no idea what you’re talking about.’
Bronze then said: ‘Do you want me to say a player?’ before Wiegman replied: ‘No.’
Bronze then finished: ‘Not me, that’s for sure.’
While some fans saw the funny side of things, others suggested the same sort of questions would not be fired the way of a male player in the same situation.
‘What a silly question,’ one fan posted on X.
Another added: ‘Glad to see mature and serious journalism at this major tournament. Really helping to build respect and grow the game.’
A third posted: ‘Why don’t y’all every ask male players these questions.’
England are favourites to progress against Sweden, with Spain the favourites to lift the trophy on the back of winning the World Cup in 2023.
