Chloe Kelly’s Foul Language Sparks Apology at England Victory Parade

TV presenter Alex Scott issued an apology following a live broadcast incident during the England Women’s Football Team’s victory parade on July 29, 2023. The event celebrated the team’s remarkable triumph over the world champions, Spain, in the final of the UEFA Women’s Euro 2022 tournament, held just two days earlier on July 27. The match concluded in a dramatic 1-1 draw after extra time, with Chloe Kelly scoring the decisive penalty in the shootout, leading to a 3-1 victory for the Lionesses.

A large crowd gathered along The Mall, outside Buckingham Palace, to celebrate the historic achievement. During an interview, Scott asked Kelly about the pressure of taking the final penalty kick. Kelly responded with enthusiasm, saying, “Nah, it feels so good, so glad to stand side by side with every single one of these girls throughout the whole tournament, and the staff you don’t see behind the scene. It’s incredible.”

Kelly expressed gratitude for the support from fans both at home and abroad, stating, “It’s so f***ing special.” Almost immediately, Scott, who was a former Arsenal player herself, intervened, remarking, “We are live, so I will apologise for that language right there.”

Kelly later acknowledged the slip on her Instagram, writing, “Ooops. Emotions got the better of me. Sorry for the F bomb. Love CK x.” This was not the first instance of Kelly using strong language; during a post-match interview on July 27, she had exclaimed, “We f***ing showed great determination and we came back,” prompting ITV to swiftly cut away.

Celebrating a Historic Victory

During the parade, Leah Williamson, captain of the England squad, shared her emotional response to the celebration. “I’ve been crying all down The Mall. This is unbelievable, this is probably one of the best [things] we have ever been a part of, so thank you for coming out,” she said. Williamson highlighted the team’s resilience, noting, “There are many ways to win a football match and we repeatedly did it the hard way. But you can see how much we care about playing for England.”

More than 16 million viewers tuned in to watch the final, which aired on both BBC1 and ITV1. This victory marks a significant achievement for the England Women’s Football Team, as they become the first senior side—men’s or women’s—to win a tournament outside of England. Additionally, this triumph is historic as it denotes the team’s first back-to-back Euros titles, showcasing the strength and skill of a squad that includes a number of LGBTQ+ players.

As the celebrations continue, the Lionesses have captured the hearts of fans across the nation and beyond, solidifying their place in sporting history.