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Presenter Woods 'taken ill' during England coverage

Presenter Woods 'taken ill' during England coverage

Summary

Presenter Laura Woods felt unwell and seemed to faint during the coverage of a football match between England and Ghana. Her co-presenters helped her, and the broadcast was paused for an advert break. Another presenter, Katie Shanahan, took over and assured viewers that Woods was okay.

Key Facts

  • Laura Woods appeared to faint during a live broadcast of a football match.
  • The incident happened during the England vs. Ghana friendly in Southampton.
  • Co-presenters Ian Wright and Anita Asante assisted Woods.
  • The broadcast cut to an advert break after Woods fell ill.
  • Katie Shanahan took over presenting duties when the broadcast resumed.
  • Shanahan confirmed that Woods had been taken ill but was in good hands.
  • Laura Woods regularly presents for ITV, TNT Sports, and Amazon Prime.
  • BBC Sport has reached out to ITV and Woods' representatives for more information.

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