England WAGs Unite at World Cup Opener in Dallas, Megan Pickford Steals Show in Cowboy Hat

England's wives and girlfriends (WAGs) gathered at Dallas Stadium to support their team at the World Cup opener against Croatia, with Megan Pickford, wife of goalkeeper Jordan Pickford, emerging as a standout figure in a cowboy hat and white vest. The 30-year-old's outfit proved both fashionable and pragmatic, coming just hours after she discovered her luggage had failed to arrive in the United States. Megan humorously turned to social media before the match, asking followers whether she could wear her seven-year-old son's England top, which bore the word "DADDY" on the back, in place of her missing wardrobe. She paired the child's shirt with blue jeans and a white cowboy hat, a stylish nod to the Dallas location, and accessorised with a white handbag.

The WAG's luggage mishap drew sympathetic responses from fellow WAGs and fans alike. Ellie Watkins, wife of player Ollie Watkins, jokingly offered to help from her three packed suitcases, while supporters praised Megan's good humour about the situation. Megan, who married Jordan Pickford in June 2022, documented her ordeal on social media platforms including Instagram and TikTok, pairing her luggage photo with Katy Perry's "The One That Got Away" and a humorous caption about her "horror story."

Megan was joined in the stands by Kate Goodland, who has been married to England captain Harry Kane since 2019. Other WAGs likely in attendance included Lauren Fryer (Declan Rice's long-term partner), Tolami Benson (engaged to Bukayo Saka), and several others who chose not to share their attendance publicly. The group also potentially included Lucia Loi (Marcus Rashford's girlfriend), Layla Roye (Kobbie Mainoo's girlfriend), Mia McClenaghan (Reece James' partner), Ashlyn Castro (Jude Bellingham's girlfriend), and Naima Corbin (married to Eberechi Eze).

Despite her travel troubles, Megan was captured watching confidently from the stands throughout the match, fully focused on supporting her husband's team. The World Cup opener showcased not only the athleticism of England's players but also the camaraderie and public engagement of their partners, who have become increasingly prominent figures in modern football culture.