Amanda Davies

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Amanda Davies is a sports anchor for CNN International, based in the London bureau.
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Former Manchester United player, and current candidate for President of Bulgarian football Union Dimitar Berbatov during protest against current administration and its leader Borislav Mihaylov on 31 Marh, 2022 in Sofia, Bulgaria. (Photo by Georgi Paleykov/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
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Dimitar Berbatov thinks Bulgarian soccer is in the grips of a ‘major crisis.’ He says he’s the man to fix it
Nov 17, 2023
Dimitar Berbatov’s successful soccer career took him to top-flight leagues in Germany, England, France, Greece, and India, scoring more than 250 goals and winning 10 trophies. But his latest endeavor could be his biggest challenge to date.
BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 27: Chiamaka Nnadozie of Nigeria celebrates her team's third goal scored by Asisat Oshoala (not pictured) during the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 Group B match between Australia and Nigeria at Brisbane Stadium on July 27, 2023 in Brisbane / Meaanjin, Australia. (Photo by Matt Roberts - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)
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Chiamaka Nnadozie’s father didn’t want her to play soccer. Nigerian star defied him and rewrote the record books
Nov 01, 2023
It wasn’t always plain sailing for Paris FC and Nigerian goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie, throughout her now-flourishing career. Growing up in a family of boys and men – who had all tried their hand at going professional – Nnadozie’s ambition to follow suit wasn’t greeted with unyielding enthusiasm. Quite the opposite.
LUSAIL CITY, QATAR - OCTOBER 06: Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Oracle Red Bull Racing prepares to drive in the garagem prior to practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Qatar at Lusail International Circuit on October 06, 2023 in Lusail City, Qatar. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images)
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Max Verstappen: ‘In terms of dominance, this one is the best’
Oct 09, 2023
After clinching his third Formula One world title in a row, Red Bull’s Max Verstappen tells CNN Sport that the current one is the best in terms of “performance.”
Formula One F1 - Japanese Grand Prix - Suzuka Circuit, Suzuka, Japan - September 24, 2023 Red Bull's Max Verstappen celebrates on the podium with team principal Christian Horner Red Bull after winning the Japanese Grand Prix and the constructors title REUTERS/Issei Kato
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Red Bull boss Christian Horner says Max Verstappen is already among Formula One’s all-time greats
Oct 08, 2023
When it comes to Formula One, the sky is the limit for Max Verstappen.
Soccer Football - Women's Finalissima - England v Brazil - Wembley Stadium, London, Britain - April 6, 2023 England's Leah Williamson wears a purple wristband in support of Canada's women's national football team, which is seeking equality with the men's national team REUTERS/Molly Darlington
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Fallout like Spain’s was ‘inevitable’ in women’s soccer, says Arsenal and England star Leah Williamson
Sep 23, 2023
England and Arsenal star Leah Williamson says a fallout like the one Spain is experiencing between its soccer federation and players was “inevitable.”
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 20: Ivana Andres of Spain and teammates celebrate with the FIFA Women's World Cup Trophy following victory in the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 Final match between Spain and England at Stadium Australia on August 20, 2023 in Sydney / Gadigal, Australia. (Photo by Maddie Meyer - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)
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Majority of Spain’s World Cup-winning players refuse to play upcoming matches amid fallout from unwanted kiss
Sep 16, 2023
The vast majority of Spain’s World Cup-winning squad says it will refuse to be called up for the country’s two upcoming Women’s Nations League matches as it continues to push for “real structural changes” in Spanish soccer, following the fallout from ex-soccer boss Luis Rubiales’ unwanted kiss on La Roja star Jennifer Hermoso.
Director Taika Waititi arrives on the red carpet ahead of the premiere of "Next Goal Wins" at the Toronto International Film Festival, in Toronto, Sunday, Sept. 10, 2023. (Cole Burston/The Canadian Press via AP)
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La La Land meets lineouts: Hollywood star Taika Waititi ventures into the world of the oval ball
Sep 15, 2023
Hollywood star Taika Waititi is much more comfortable holding an Academy Award than getting to grips with the Rugby World Cup trophy.
The referees talk on the field at Johan Cruyff Stadium after the first day of Liga F 23-24 was suspended because of the strike of women players who demand a wage improvement on September 10, 2023 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by Ruben Lucia/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
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Spanish women’s league players call off strike after reaching minimum pay agreement
Sep 14, 2023
Players competing in the top-tier of women’s football in Spain called their strike off early after reaching a minimum pay agreement, players’ union FUTPRO announced on Thursday.
Ali Riley's colorful nails were visible as she was interviewed after the match.
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New Zealand captain Ali Riley paints nails in the colors of the Progress Pride Flag
Jul 21, 2023
Ali Riley captained New Zealand to a historic first ever World Cup win on Thursday as her team defeated Norway 1-0, but it was her nails that made headlines after the game, as well as her performance on the pitch.
FRISCO, TEXAS - FEBRUARY 22: (L-R) Becky Sauerbrunn #4, Emily Sonnett #14, Alex Morgan #13, Rose Lavelle #16 and Megan Rapinoe #15 of the United States celebrate after defeating Brazil in the 2023 SheBelieves Cup match at Toyota Stadium on February 22, 2023 in Frisco, Texas. (Photo by Sam Hodde/Getty Images)
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US aims for historic 3rd straight title as Women’s World Cup kicks off
Jul 20, 2023
The US Women’s National Team enters the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup as the two-time defending champion and arguably the favorite to win an unprecedented third consecutive title. CNN’s Amanda Davies reports.
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‘Make the risk as low as possible,’ says England women’s coach Sarina Wiegman on ACL injuries
Jul 18, 2023
England women’s coach Sarina Wiegman talks to CNN Sport’s Amanda Davies about the spate of anterior cruciate ligament injuries in the lead up to the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
SPIELBERG, AUSTRIA - JULY 02: Max Verstappen of the Netherlands driving the Oracle Red Bull Racing RB19 celebrates on podium during the F1 Grand Prix of Austria at Red Bull Ring on July 02, 2023 in Spielberg, Austria.
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‘I love driving to the limit’: Max Verstappen and Red Bull strive for perfection as F1 team chases unbeaten season
Jul 07, 2023
He might have won back-to-back Formula One drivers’ championships, but there is absolutely no indication that Max Verstappen is about take his foot off the gas.
MILTON KEYNES, ENGLAND - JULY 01: Manager of England Sarina Wiegman during the Women's International Friendly match between England and Portugal at Stadium mk on July 01, 2023 in Milton Keynes, England. (Photo by Naomi Baker - The FA/The FA via Getty Images)
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2023 Women’s World Cup: England manager Sarina Wiegman on the secrets of the team’s success
Jul 06, 2023
After winning the Women’s Euros in 2022, England will go into this year’s Women’s World Cup as one of the heavy favorites.
"FIFA, in partnership with several United Nations agencies, will use the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™ to highlight a range of social causes, selected following extensive consultation with stakeholders including players and the 32 participating member associations," FIFA said in a statement.
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Armbands that highlight ‘a range of social causes’ permitted at this year’s Women’s World Cup
Jun 30, 2023
World soccer governing body FIFA will allow a variety of different armbands that highlight “a range of social causes” to be worn at the upcoming Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand, the organization said Friday.
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Manchester City complete historic treble with first UCL title
Jun 12, 2023
CNN World Sport’s Amanda Davies remarks on Manchester City’s historic achievement from Istanbul.
MUNICH, GERMANY - AUGUST 14: Erin Kennedy (L) of Great Britain celebrate victory following the PR3 Mix4+ Final A Rowing competition on day 4 of the European Championships Munich 2022 at Munich Olympic Regatta Centre on August 14, 2022 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Srdjan Stevanovic/Getty Images for British Rowing)
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A year on from her cancer diagnosis, Paralympic champion Erin Kennedy is competing again
May 20, 2023
When Erin Kennedy returns to the boat at the upcoming European Rowing Championships, the occasion will certainly be a joyful one.

About

Amanda Davies is a sports anchor for CNN International, based in the London bureau.

Since joining CNN in April 2012, Amanda has fronted the network’s ‘World Sport’ coverage for multiple major events. This includes the Summer and Winter Olympics, Football World Cups, Champions League Finals, The Tour de France and the World Athletics Championships.

Amanda has led on key news stories in the sporting world including Lance Armstrong’s fall from grace, the FIFA corruption scandal, Russian doping controversy, the death of Oscar Pistorious’ girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp, Leicester City’s fairytale Premier League campaign and the retirement of football legend Sir Alex Ferguson.

Alongside being an anchor for CNN ‘World Sport’, Amanda has hosted several sponsored shows on the network, most notably ‘The Circuit’- following the F1 calendar around the globe, hosting live shows from the paddock on race weekends, and interviewing the leading names in the sport including 7-time F1 World Champion Lewis Hamilton.

Amanda has interviewed high profile names from all the leading sports including Serena Williams, David Beckham, Usain Bolt, Michael Schumacher, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Neymar, Roger Federer, Chris Froome, Bradley Wiggins and Gianni Infantino.

Before joining CNN, Amanda was a presenter at the BBC, providing the sports news on the flagship BBC News weekend bulletins and BBC Breakfast. She also hosted international football show ‘Sports World Have Your Say’ on BBC World News, and ‘Your News’ – a weekly magazine show.

Amanda started her career in production working for Sky Sports and Sky Sports News. She earned a Master’s degree in Geography from the University of Oxford, and whilst there was awarded the prestigious Philip Geddes Memorial prize for journalism. Amanda was born in Manchester, and now lives in West London.