England’s WAGs have been enjoying their time in New York before the Three Lions’ crucial World Cup match against Panama. Thousands of England fans have gathered in the Big Apple ahead of Saturday’s game at MetLife Stadium in neighboring New Jersey. While fans filled bars and fan zones across the city, some of the players’ partners shared glimpses of their activities.

Tolami Benson, Bukayo Saka’s fiancée, posted photos from various locations in New York, including a visit to Central Park. Jordan Pickford’s wife, Megan, shared moments from a family outing with their son, Arlo, indulging in a meal and attending a performance of “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” on Broadway. They later explored Times Square by rickshaw, where Arlo spotted his father on a massive World Cup billboard.

Ashlyn Castro, Jude Bellingham’s girlfriend, also posted pictures from the city, showcasing New York’s iconic skyline and her preparations for an evening out. The players’ families have been more involved in England’s World Cup journey, thanks to relaxed rules allowing greater access to the team’s base. This change has enabled loved ones to spend extra time with the squad between matches as England aims for a successful run in the tournament.

The presence of players’ families at England’s opening victory over Croatia stirred discussion, particularly when some WAGs wore personalized England shirts with their partners’ names. Manchester United icon Roy Keane expressed disapproval of this trend, emphasizing his opinion during an appearance on The Overlap. Despite differing views, with former England striker Ian Wright supporting the gesture as a show of support, Keane stood by his criticism.

For the upcoming match against Panama, England is anticipated to have significant support from thousands of fans, with approximately 25,000 expected inside the stadium and many more watching from fan parks and bars across New York.