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FOOTBALL fans were pleasantly surprised to see Laura Woods on their screens as they tuned in to watch the Women's World Cup.

Woods is ITV's main presenter for the tournament, which kicked off on Thursday.

Fans were delighted to see Laura Woods as they tuned in to the Women's World Cup
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Fans were delighted to see Laura Woods as they tuned in to the Women's World Cup
Woods impressed in an elegant dress for the opening game
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Woods impressed in an elegant dress for the opening gameCredit: ITV
Woods is a popular figure amongst fans
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Woods is a popular figure amongst fans

England got their campaign underway against Haiti on Saturday morning with fans cheering on the Lionesses from home.

And many were happy before the match got underway as Woods made a rare Saturday TV appearance alongside pundits Eni Aluko and Karen Carney.

One fan said: "What an added treat on a Saturday morning. Tuned into the Women’s World Cup footy to find Laura Woods on the screen. Made my Saturday morning!!"

Another added: "Laura Woods looking incredible as always."

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And a third wrote: "Laura Woods presenting is an absolute delight."

It did not take Woods long to win over fans as she dazzled in an elegant black dress while presenting coverage of the opening game between co-hosts New Zealand and Norway.

Fans watching on TV saw a studio looking polished, bright and professional.

But Woods revealed everything but the desk and chairs is all CGI.

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Woods will also be the face of TNT Sports’ Champions League and Big Fight coverage.

Meanwhile Alex Scott has also caught the eye with her outfit choices on the BBC's coverage of the Women's World Cup.

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