White's father Jon tried to bet on his daughter playing for England when she was only 10, although the bookmakers would not take the bet.

Russo's former PE teacher Luke Anderson said "when Alessia joined us in year seven she was so good that we played her in the boys' team and the girls' team". Hemp has had fans on the edge of her seat with some of her wing play this summer and the Manchester City forward has won a remarkable four consecutive PFA young player of the season awards.That came just a year after the Arsenal forward, who now has 28 goals for her country, failed to even make the Team GB Olympic squad for the Tokyo Games. The nerves were to be tested again though, as Spain showed their quality in the first half and dominated until deservedly opening the scoring nine minutes after the break. Petski, Denise (June 8, 2023). "Taylor Sheridan's 'Special Ops: Lioness' Paramount+ Series Gets Premiere Date, First Trailer". Deadline Hollywood . Retrieved June 8, 2023.

Eventual victory for the hosts ensured they reached a fourth successive women's major tournament semi-finals and their impressive unbeaten run under Wiegman extends to 18 matches. White, Peter (February 15, 2022). "Billy Bob Thornton Set As Lead In Land Man, Zoe Saldaña To Star In Lioness& 1883 Gets New Season, Spinoff As Paramount+ Grows Taylor Sheridan Universe". Deadline Hollywood . Retrieved 13 January 2023. Magull soon reminded England the game was far from over as she rattled the crossbar, Earps fingertips denying an equaliser, before safely holding on to the rebound from Lea Schuller as Wembley caught its breath from a frenetic five minutes. Also a first for the league, a new Snapchat Discover show The Dub aims to become the platform’s new hub for Barclay’s WSL content. Discussing the biggest news and breaking down the action, The Dub will deliver Snapchat users their weekly fix of the WSL and an opportunity to join the conversation. The significance of this victory was clear as England's bench ran on to the pitch at full-time to celebrate, while Wiegman turned to the TV camera with fists clenched and passionately shouted: "Come on!"

England's tournament had played to perfection leading into this match, with the Lionesses topping their group having not lost a game or conceded a single goal. Walsh was the metronome at the heart of England's midfield and set up Ella Toone's goal in the final with a lovely pass. A classy midfielder, Stanway's sensational quarter-final winner against Spain will live long in the memory.

They made a crucial impact as Kelly reignited energy, while Toone and Russo combined for the equaliser to take the game to extra time. A roar erupted inside the stadium - an apparent release of relief and adrenaline as supporters sensed this was the ultimate turning point in a game largely dominated by the visitors. And it was Magull who brought Germany level, combining well with Wassmuth whose low cross was poked over Earps and into the roof of the net with eleven minutes remaining in normal time. Spain's opener was the first goal England had conceded in this tournament and up until the 83rd minute it felt like they were about to lose for the first time under Wiegman.Earps and fellow Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea message each other about clean sheets. external-link Lucy Bronze Stanway, who had been challenged by an impressive Spanish midfield for most of the match, saw space to exploit as she broke through the middle and did not hesitate before striking it powerfully into the top left corner for England's devastating winner.

Petski, Denise (May 5, 2023). " 'Special Ops: Lioness': First Look At Nicole Kidman, Zoe Saldaña, Laysla De Oliveira & More In Taylor Sheridan's CIA Drama Series". Deadline Hollywood . Retrieved May 5, 2023. Momentum continues for nerveless England England have reached four successive women's major tournament semi-finals Hale, Mike (2023-07-21). " 'Special Ops: Lioness' Review: Zoe Saldaña Does Strong and Silent". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331 . Retrieved 2023-09-14. The Harrogate-born player has been based in the United States for a decade, going to university in New York in 2012. Keira Walsh But England's quality in depth off the bench was again invaluable as 22-year-old Toone crowned a stunning year for club and country by firing in the game-turning equaliser.She has a sport development degree from Liverpool John Moores University. external-link Chloe Kelly Germany were threatening at the restart, but Earps stood firm to an early chance from substitute Tabea Wassmuth as she made a strong run into the box and England’s goalkeeper was not needed for Germany’s next chance as Magull fired wide on the turn. But Wiegman immediately responded with a triple change - introducing Manchester United duo Russo and Toone, as well as Manchester City winger Chloe Kelly - and it proved to be inspired. Russo was a revelation, coming off the bench in every game and scoring four goals. In fact, she has eight in 13 games for England, despite having only ever started two games. Andreeva, Nellie (January 13, 2023). " Lioness: Morgan Freeman Joins Taylor Sheridan's Series For Paramount+". Deadline Hollywood . Retrieved 13 January 2023.