England to play Brazil in inaugural women’s ‘Finalissima’
2 years, 5 months ago

England to play Brazil in inaugural women’s ‘Finalissima’

New York Times  

England will take on Brazil in the inaugural women’s ‘Finalissima’ match at Wembley on tonight. England made history in July by winning their first major tournament in a dramatic Euro 2022 final against eight-time champions Germany at Wembley, while Brazil won their fourth straight Copa America title with a 1-0 win over host nation Colombia. GO DEEPER The 40 most important players vying for Sarina Wiegman's England squad “We’re getting closer to the World Cup so want to get closer to our team selection but still things that can happen internationally and at club. GO DEEPER Women's national teams to keep purple wristbands in pursuit of equality Shortly before kick off, UEFA and The FA, together with CONMEBOL and the Brazilian Football Confederation will pay tribute to Brazil great Pele, who passed away in December 2022.

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Women’s World Cup 2023: Which WWC stars find a place in the team of the tournament?
1 year, 4 months ago

Women’s World Cup 2023: Which WWC stars find a place in the team of the tournament?

The Hindu  

The 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup being held in Australia and New Zealand culminated with Spain lifting its first-ever World Cup trophy after defeating England by a solitary goal in the final at Stadium Australia in Sydney on Sunday. Let’s have a look at the team of the tournament at the 2023 Women’s World Cup held in Australia and New …

England's devastation after FIFA Women's World Cup final defeat to Spain a sign from where they've come
1 year, 4 months ago

England's devastation after FIFA Women's World Cup final defeat to Spain a sign from where they've come

ABC  

You'd think English football fans would be used to disappointment by now. You'd think the heartache borne from 57 years of pain since that momentous victory in 1966 — all those missed penalties, last-gasp extra-time defeats and soul-crushing red cards — would have created enough of a resilience in England supporters that an entirely deserved defeat to a wonderful Spain …

ESP 1 - 0 ENG, FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 Final Highlights: Spain wins maiden Women’s World Cup after Olga Carmona goal; Bonmati wins Golden Ball
1 year, 4 months ago

ESP 1 - 0 ENG, FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 Final Highlights: Spain wins maiden Women’s World Cup after Olga Carmona goal; Bonmati wins Golden Ball

The Hindu  

Women’s World Cup Final Preview It’s a game of opposites in many senses when England and Spain take each other in the FIFA Women’s World Cup final. Come Sunday when the FIFA Women’s World Cup final gets underway, none of this will matter. England and Spain are maiden World Cup finalists, but the Lionesses come into the fixture with the …

FIFA Women’s World Cup final: Clash of styles as England, Spain eye summit
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup final: Clash of styles as England, Spain eye summit

The Hindu  

Women’s football will crown a first-time champion on Sunday when the ninth Women’s World Cup concludes with England and Spain, both proud footballing nations, facing off in an intriguing final in Sydney. READ | England’s road to World Cup final “I think it’s going to be a brilliant game,” England captain Millie Bright enthused on Saturday. Our team has evolved, …

FIFA Women’s World Cup: England reaches final despite key injuries
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup: England reaches final despite key injuries

The Hindu  

There were some doubts about England’s squad leading into the Women’s World Cup because a trio of dominant players — Leah Williamson, Beth Mead and Fran Kirby — weren’t with the team because of injuries. How to play?’” England has played in the World Cup without their three playmakers from the 2022 European Championship squad. All three sustained knee injuries …

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: England’s road to WWC final
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: England’s road to WWC final

The Hindu  

England could become only the second team to simultaneously hold both the Women’s Euros and the Women’s World Cup when it faces Spain in the final of the 2023 Women’s World Cup in Sydney on Sunday. RELATED: FIFA Women’s World Cup may be ‘coming home’ to Lionesses, but don’t count out the adamant Spanish Let’s have a look at England’s …

Dutch trainer Wiegman and England team to be honoured with a statue at Wembley Stadium
1 year, 4 months ago

Dutch trainer Wiegman and England team to be honoured with a statue at Wembley Stadium

NL Times  

Sarina Wiegman, the Dutch football coach who currently leads the England women's national team, may have a statue at Wembley Stadium in London even if her team does not win Sunday’s World Cup final, British media reported on Friday. On Wednesday, her team reached the 2023 Women's World Cup final with a 3-1 victory over host nation Australia. My most …

Can Sarina Wiegman bring home the FIFA Women’s World Cup? She might just
1 year, 4 months ago

Can Sarina Wiegman bring home the FIFA Women’s World Cup? She might just

The Hindu  

England failed to even qualify for the Women’s World Cup in the year Sarina Wiegman retired as a player but two decades later the former Dutch defender-turned-coach and her Lionesses stand on the brink of a first world title. Sarina Wiegman, Manager of England lifts the UEFA Women’s EURO 2022 Trophy during the England Women’s Team Celebration at Trafalgar Square …

FIFA World Cup 2023: History Beckons with England, Spain One Win from Glory
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2023: History Beckons with England, Spain One Win from Glory

News 18  

A Women’s World Cup that has broken records on and off the pitch will reach a suitable climax on Sunday when England or Spain are crowned champions for the first time. ‘Fairytale’ for Wiegman Sarina Wiegman’s England are European champions and came into the World Cup as favourites along with the United States. The two teams met in the quarter-finals …

Sarina Wiegman is going nowhere! England FA shuts down speculation on USWNT move
1 year, 4 months ago

Sarina Wiegman is going nowhere! England FA shuts down speculation on USWNT move

The Hindu  

Any approach for England coach Sarina Wiegman would “100 percent” be rejected, the country’s football association said ahead of Sunday’s Women’s World Cup final against Spain. Wiegman played college football in the United States, but England’s Football Association chief executive Mark Bullingham moved swiftly to shut down any speculation she could succeed Andonovski. Wiegman has guided England to their first …

Sarina Wiegman: Inside the ‘genius’ mind behind England’s run to the World Cup final
1 year, 4 months ago

Sarina Wiegman: Inside the ‘genius’ mind behind England’s run to the World Cup final

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. She won a European Championship on home soil and then guided the …

Video: Sarina Wiegman proud of Lionesses, gearing up for Spain in Women’s World Cup final
1 year, 4 months ago

Video: Sarina Wiegman proud of Lionesses, gearing up for Spain in Women’s World Cup final

The Hindu  

England coach Sarina Wiegman said she felt she was living in a “fairytale” after her team advanced to the Women’s World Cup final with a 3-1 win over tournament co-host Australia in Sydney. Wednesday’s semifinal victory saw Wiegman become the first coach to guide two different countries to a Women’s World Cup final, after she took her native Netherlands to …

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Miyazawa leads Golden Boot race, Mary Earps in race for Golden Glove
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Miyazawa leads Golden Boot race, Mary Earps in race for Golden Glove

The Hindu  

The FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 has seen some veteran goalscorers like Alexandra Popp and Jill Roord continue finding the net while new stars like Linda Caicedo has also emerged in what is the biggest edition of the tournament so far. The tournament saw eight debutants, with Morocco making a historic run into the round of 16 in its very …

Women’s World Cup 2023: England reaches World Cup final despite Kerr stunner
1 year, 4 months ago

Women’s World Cup 2023: England reaches World Cup final despite Kerr stunner

The Hindu  

England reached its first Women’s World Cup final after a 3-1 victory over Australia on Wednesday despite a wonder goal from Matildas striker Sam Kerr as the co-hosts’ fairytale run came to an end. England’s Alessia Russo celebrates after scoring her side’s third goal during the Women’s World Cup semifinal match between Australia and England at Stadium Australia in Sydney. …

FIFA Women’s World Cup | England reach first World Cup final despite Kerr stunner
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup | England reach first World Cup final despite Kerr stunner

The Hindu  

England reached their first Women's World Cup final after a 3-1 victory over Australia on Wednesday despite a wonder goal from Matildas striker Sam Kerr as the co-hosts' fairytale run came to an end. Attacking midfielder Ella Toone had given England a first-half lead but a stunning strike from captain Kerr, making her first start of the tournament, squared things …

Can Lauren James play for England in the FIFA Women’s World Cup final?
1 year, 4 months ago

Can Lauren James play for England in the FIFA Women’s World Cup final?

The Hindu  

England has made the final of the FIFA Women’s World Cup for the first time by beating Australia at Stadium Australia in Sydney on Wednesday. England coach Sarina Wiegman will be boosted by the availability of forward Lauren James for the final against Spain on Sunday at the Stadium Australia. READ | Australia vs England highlights, Women’s World Cup 2023 …

England stun hosts Australia to reach first Women’s World Cup final
1 year, 4 months ago

England stun hosts Australia to reach first Women’s World Cup final

Al Jazeera  

Lionesses end the Matildas’ run to reach the Women’s World Cup final for the first time and set up a clash with Spain. England have reached their first Women’s World Cup final after a 3-1 victory over Australia, despite a wonder goal from Matildas striker Sam Kerr as the co-hosts’ fairytale run came to an end. England, who fell at …

England beat Australia to reach 2023 Women's World Cup final
1 year, 4 months ago

England beat Australia to reach 2023 Women's World Cup final

The Telegraph  

By Tom Garry, Women’s Football Reporter, in Sydney England are through to their first Women’s World Cup final, and English football’s first global final since 1966, as Sarina Wiegman’s resolute team beat co-hosts Australia on their own turf in a gripping semi-final. Manchester City winger Lauren Hemp’s cool finish into the bottom corner with 19 minutes remaining and then her …

Sarina Wiegman insists England will give ‘everything’ to lift Women’s World Cup
1 year, 5 months ago

Sarina Wiegman insists England will give ‘everything’ to lift Women’s World Cup

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy England boss Sarina Wiegman vowed the Lionesses would …

Women’s World Cup: Wiegman hopes to end England’s trophy drought
1 year, 6 months ago

Women’s World Cup: Wiegman hopes to end England’s trophy drought

The Hindu  

Sarina Wiegman compared England’s long wait for a major tournament win to a national “trauma” as the Lionesses aim to back up their Euro 2022 triumph at the Women’s World Cup. Victory on home soil last year secured England’s first-ever major tournament in the women’s game and ended a 57-year wait for any success since the men’s side won the …

Dominant England held at home by Portugal in World Cup tune-up
1 year, 6 months ago

Dominant England held at home by Portugal in World Cup tune-up

The Hindu  

England was held to a frustrating 0-0 home draw by Portugal after the Lionesses dominated Saturday’s World Cup warm-up. Lionesses captain Leah Williamson and Euro 2022 Golden Boot winner Beth Mead, who will both miss the World Cup with serious knee injuries, watched on from the stands. READ | FIFA Women’s World Cup: A look at all WC records before …

England vs Portugal a chance for Wiegman to firm up starting XI before FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023
1 year, 6 months ago

England vs Portugal a chance for Wiegman to firm up starting XI before FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023

The Hindu  

England manager Sarina Wiegman would have preferred more friendlies in the final run-up to the Women’s World Cup, but will use Saturday’s send-off match against Portugal to continue firming up her starting XI. So, we’re ready.” RELATED: England coach Sarina Wiegman aiming to add Women’s World Cup to European triumph The European champion will play Canada in a closed-door game …

England coach Sarina Wiegman aiming to add Women’s World Cup to European triumph
1 year, 6 months ago

England coach Sarina Wiegman aiming to add Women’s World Cup to European triumph

The Hindu  

A year after winning Women’s Euro 2022, England is out for more at the FIFA Women’s World Cup. Wiegman has also included some bright new talents, such as Lauren James — the sister of Chelsea right-back Reece James and one of the most exciting players to emerge since the last Women’s World Cup. She has been named in an England …

England coach Sarina Wiegman aiming to add Women’s World Cup to European triumph
1 year, 6 months ago

England coach Sarina Wiegman aiming to add Women’s World Cup to European triumph

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — A year after winning Euro 2022, England is out for more at the Women’s World Cup. Wiegman has also included some bright new talents, such as Lauren James — the sister Chelsea right back Reece James and one of the most exciting players to emerge since the last Women’s World Cup. She has been named in an …

England beat Brazil on penalties to win first-ever Women's Finalissima
1 year, 9 months ago

England beat Brazil on penalties to win first-ever Women's Finalissima

Firstpost  

London: England beat Brazil 4-2 in a dramatic penalty shootout to win the first-ever Women’s Finalissima at Wembley on Thursday, with Euro 2022 hero Chloe Kelly scoring the decisive spot-kick after a 1-1 draw. Kerolin kept the contest alive but Kelly — who scored the winning goal in the European Championship final at Wembley last year — slotted home coolly …

England’s Finalissima win was perfect – they needed test before World Cup and passed it
1 year, 9 months ago

England’s Finalissima win was perfect – they needed test before World Cup and passed it

New York Times  

Queen’s We Are The Champions filled Wembley after England defeated Brazil on penalties to claim the first women’s Finalissima trophy. “Rocky, complacent, not good on the ball,” was England captain Leah Williamson’s assessment of their second-half performance. “We’re really disappointed to concede the goal but the learnings are very important so that we can figure out how to adapt for …

England wins 1st women’s Finalissima in shootout vs Brazil
1 year, 9 months ago

England wins 1st women’s Finalissima in shootout vs Brazil

Associated Press  

LONDON — England’s Chloe Kelly scored the winning spot-kick to settle the first women’s Finalissima after a dramatic game against Brazil, watched by 83,132 fans at Wembley, ended in a 4-2 penalty shootout victory for the hosts on Thursday. But Andressa Alves exploited a mistake by England goalkeeper Mary Earps to make it 1-1 and force the shootout, where Georgia …

England eyes more magic at Wembley against Brazil in Women’s Finalissima
1 year, 9 months ago

England eyes more magic at Wembley against Brazil in Women’s Finalissima

The Hindu  

Less than a year after they hoisted the Women’s European Championship trophy in front of a record crowd at Wembley, England’s Lionesses hope to recreate some magic when they host Brazil in the inaugural Women’s Finalissima on Thursday. “It’s really exciting to have that much demand that quickly, the game is in a good place, and obviously we want to …

Sarina Wiegman believes England Women ‘have to step up more’ despite Arnold Clark Cup triumph
1 year, 10 months ago

Sarina Wiegman believes England Women ‘have to step up more’ despite Arnold Clark Cup triumph

New York Times  

England Women head coach Sarina Wiegman has urged her side to continue improving despite successfully defending their Arnold Clark Cup crown. After the match, however, Wiegman told reporters that it was “nice to win” the Arnold Clark Cup but England “have to step up more because the World Cup will be more of a challenge”. “Moving forward we have a …

Watch - Best of 2022 - England win Women’s Euro 2022, Chloe Kelly’s iconic celebration
2 years ago

Watch - Best of 2022 - England win Women’s Euro 2022, Chloe Kelly’s iconic celebration

The Hindu  

Chloe Kelly’s extra-time strike gave England a 2-1 win over Germany in the 2022 European Championship earlier this year. After the final whistle, the England players danced and the crowd sang their anthem “Sweet Caroline.” The good-natured atmosphere inside the stadium Sunday drew contrasts with the violent scenes when the England men’s team lost its European Championship final to Italy …

England will face Brazil in Women's Finalissima at Wembley in April
2 years, 2 months ago

England will face Brazil in Women's Finalissima at Wembley in April

Daily Mail  

European champions England will face South American counterparts Brazil in the inaugural UEFA-CONMEBOL Women's Finalissima at Wembley in April. Sarina Wiegman's Euro 2022 winners will take on the 2022 Copa America Femenina champions on April 6 as part of their preparations for next summer's World Cup finals in Australia and New Zealand. European Champions England will take on Copa America …

‘She would have been proud’: Sarina Wiegman dedicates England’s Euro 2022 triumph to late sister
2 years, 5 months ago

‘She would have been proud’: Sarina Wiegman dedicates England’s Euro 2022 triumph to late sister

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy England manager Sarina Wiegman hailed the impact her …

England vs Germany women's Euro 2022 final time: How to live stream the Lionesses and watch on TV
2 years, 5 months ago

England vs Germany women's Euro 2022 final time: How to live stream the Lionesses and watch on TV

Daily Mail  

Can England finally end their Euros heartbreak? Sarina Wiegman's side have been brilliant in their home tournament so far and put in another superb performance as they swept aside Sweden 4-0 in their semi-final in Sheffield on Tuesday night. Sarina Wiegman's Lionesses will face either France or Germany in the tournament showpiece How did England qualify for the final? England …

Women’s Euro 2022: Clinical England thrashes Sweden 4-0 to reach final
2 years, 5 months ago

Women’s Euro 2022: Clinical England thrashes Sweden 4-0 to reach final

The Hindu  

Host England waltzed past Sweden into the Women’s Euro 2022 final with Beth Mead, Lucy Bronze, Alessia Russo and Fran Kirby all on target in a sensational 4-0 win in front of a frenzied sell-out crowd at Bramall Lane on Tuesday. The Lionesses made a nervy start but once Mead produced a moment of brilliance to fire them ahead in …

Sarina Wiegman out to take England to the next level
3 years, 4 months ago

Sarina Wiegman out to take England to the next level

The Telegraph  

New England head coach Sarina Wiegman believes she can take England “to the next level” as she begins life in charge of the Lionesses. England have reached the semi-finals of their past three major tournaments and will host the European Championships next year, before 2023's Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. In Europe the development of the game …

England Women: Ellen White claims team are fully behind Phil Neville as Lionesses push towards Euro 2021
5 years, 2 months ago

England Women: Ellen White claims team are fully behind Phil Neville as Lionesses push towards Euro 2021

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Ellen White insists manager Phil Neville has the …

Women's World Cup: England 'more hungry' than other World Cup semifinalists, says Lucy Bronze
5 years, 6 months ago

Women's World Cup: England 'more hungry' than other World Cup semifinalists, says Lucy Bronze

The Hindu  

Lucy Bronze feels England's desire to win the Women's World Cup is greater than any of the teams remaining in France due to its recent semifinal defeat. READ | Points proven, Women's World Cup heads into grand finale Phil Neville may have replaced Mark Sampson at the helm but Bronze and many of her teammates were part of those defeats. …

Ellen White looking to pip USA rivals to golden boot ahead of Women's World Cup semi-final
5 years, 6 months ago

Ellen White looking to pip USA rivals to golden boot ahead of Women's World Cup semi-final

Daily Mail  

When the USA players walked through the mixed zone at the Parc des Princes on Thursday night after their last-eight elimination of France, they found themselves answering questions about one player above all. England striker Ellen White - who the Americans will face in Tuesday's semi-final in Lyon - has been the surprise package of this World Cup, a wonderful …

Japan 0 England 2: Ellen White double seals top spot for Lionesses
5 years, 6 months ago

Japan 0 England 2: Ellen White double seals top spot for Lionesses

The Hindu  

England finished top of Group D at the Women's World Cup with a 2-0 win over Japan secured, thanks to Ellen White's double. With Phil Neville making eight changes to his side with an eye on the knockout rounds to come, White's goals were enough to ensure England finished with three wins from three. READ | Women's World Cup 2019: …

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