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Open letter to Lionesses wishes them luck and says they have shown beyond doubt that 'football is not just for boys'

“That is all down to you and what you have already achieved,” he added. Of the 27 meetings between Germany and England, Germany have won 21. He said the Lionesses had inspired his own daughter.

Alice Capsey's 44 laid the foundations for England to ease home by five wickets against Sri Lanka in the opening match of the Commonwealth Games T20 ...

However, Maia Bouchier secured the win in style by striking a four to take England past the target and finish unbeaten on 21. "Walking out on the pitch, I felt everyone needed to take a moment. The target never looked like not being in reach for the hosts at Edgbaston, but Sri Lanka made things interesting with spinner Inoka Ranaweera taking three wickets.

England continued the defence of their Commonwealth Games title with a 66-41 victory over Malawi on Saturday afternoon.

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The 17-year-old was hit in the face during the warm-up but went on to top score with 44 in a five-wicket win.

We had a little bit of chaos in the warm-up so we had to get everyone to focus on what they’re doing. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. Walking out on the pitch, I felt everyone needed to take a moment. By clicking ‘Register’ you confirm that your data has been entered correctly and you have read and agree to our Terms of use, Cookie policy and Privacy notice. By clicking ‘Register’ you confirm that your data has been entered correctly and you have read and agree to our Terms of use, Cookie policy and Privacy notice. “I’ve not seen an innings like that from her.

Football stars Beth Mead, captain Leah Williamson and Alessa Russo will step out in front of an 87200 capacity crowd at Wembley - the biggest ever ...

It’s fantastic.” He added: “It’s a great inspiration to all the young females now and already we’re seeing young girls starting to think about playing football as a kid.” “I think the mere fact of the lionesses, how they’ve played and the support they’ve been given, and getting into the final, it’s the furthest they’ve got. The Bayern Munich star said: “Quite a lot of the England men have been in touch, just wishing us well and asking if they can have a ticket. In response, officials have banned street drinking on Olympic Way and the surrounding area ahead of tonight’s match and fans are also being ordered not to travel to the stadium unless they have a ticket. “It hasn’t just been about the results you have achieved – fantastic though they have been – but the way in which you have gone about them.”

Subs: Hinch (GK), Hunt, Walker, Howard, Hamilton, McCallin, Balsdon. England stars rush to Laura Unsworth after she added England's 12th and final goal in their ...

Laura Unsworth does not score many goals but this was a fine effort, undercutting a bouncing ball into the top right corner to become England’s eighth different scorer on the day. Martin then made it seven, guiding home Toman’s hit from the top before Owsley made it eight from another penalty corner to give England their fifth goal in 11 minutes. Ghana briefly rallied but struggled to escape their half and a quick double-strike on the cusp of half time effectively ended the contest. The final quarter of the game was England’s most fruitful, adding four as Ghanaian legs tired. She added a second after Martin’s first and there were also goals for Giselle Ansley and Holly Hunt to give England a five-goal lead at the break. Despite being forced to change injector, with Petter stepping in for Flora Peel, the routine was just as effective.

Players Lucy Bronze and Lucy Staniforth grew up together in a tiny Northumberland village and would travel to games alongside fellow England players Jordan ...

“We’re going to ask if we can get a letter from the Queen saying congratulations for our combined age. She said: “I remember playing for Sunderland. There was this old physio guy called Jockey Scott and all his kit had the initials ‘JS’. “Then we all ended up playing for Sunderland and were just a bunch of weirdos, so became really good friends. Your whole life’s just been kicking a ball around.’” “It’s such a strange circumstance. She basically had no choice but to be my friend.

Karen Carney has stressed the importance of Sunday's Euro 2022 final, saying the Lionesses can 'make history' by winning England's first major trophy in ...

Some of the games I've been a bit worried about how we've started, but when we start well we can cause teams problems.' From grassroots to schools, and also at the top end.' Speaking on ITV after the Community Shield on Saturday, she said: 'We've got a great chance tomorrow.

The game at Wembley will see the Lionesses go in search a maiden piece of silverware, with their opponents having lifted the Women's Euro no fewer than eight ...

“I’ve only ever been in this football workplace but, in most workplaces across the world, women still have a few more battles to face to try to overcome. “The final is not the end of a journey but the start of one. And regardless of the end result, there will be a nice moment for reflection.

The Lionesses take on Germany in the Euro 2022 final in what will be the biggest night in English women's football history.

England have accelerated that progress this summer through their many, many goals and dominant performances, winning the hearts, minds and eyeballs of their public. “I think tomorrow is not the end of a journey, but the start of one. England lost 6-2 that night in Helsinki, but the scale and the pace of change that the sport has seen in the intervening years renders any comparison irrelevant. I think that’s a powerful message: that we have the power to, in a typically male-dominated environment, take these strides forward that can impact everybody on that wider scale.” She has expressed hope that England playing well and winning at a home tournament can not just encourage more young girls into the game but influence the attitudes of young boys too. Jill Scott is the only survivor 13 years on but has been limited to three cameo appearances off the substitutes’ bench at this tournament, lasting a grand total of 21 minutes. The crowd at Wembley is set to be at least five times as large as the 15,877 in the Finnish capital’s Olympic Stadium. Whatever the global television audience was that Thursday night in September, you expect it was a fraction of the 30 million expected to watch this final. This team has also dealt equally well with the expectations that have gradually mounted, the attention that has slowly and incrementally built up with each step closer to this final. Wiegman has stressed the importance of living in the present throughout but the scale of what her team could potentially achieve on Sunday cannot be ignored. When a team cruises through a tournament in the manner that Wiegman’s has, it is often with the nagging doubt that they have not been truly tested. England have made their way to Wembley with the calm, steady assuredness of their unflappable manager. Even on the rare occasions when her players have faced something approaching adversity, they have quickly risen to the challenge and responded.

As Great Britain's women's gymnastics team look to push on and continue their progress following the surprise Olympic team bronze medal last year in Tokyo, ...

But as she moved on to the floor, despite watering down her difficulty, she soared and was tearful as she dismounted, soaking up the long applause from the crowd. England also boasted an 18-year-old talent making her debut on the international stage in Ondine Achampong, who demonstrated both her potential and room to improve. Like the triumphant men’s team a day earlier, their success is even more noteworthy for how solidly the gymnasts performed, finishing first on all four apparatuses with no falls.

The Lionesses have stormed their way to the final where they will meet old foes Germany at Wembley in a date with destiny for England's women, but boss ...

“I think we both want to win the final and we both have very good squads and it’s going to be a very tight game. We’re one of the best teams – and we don’t fear anyone.” “And when we do reflect upon it, I want this to be a marker for the future. It’s something to be aware of – but it’s not something we can’t match.” “It’s in the nature of any German team. Wiegman admitted: “It may be a little physical.

England take on Germany at a sold-out Wembley in the Womens Euro 2022 final; Sarina Wiegmans side are aiming to win their first major tournament, ...

But take nothing away from the importance Frohms has on this Germany defence. Walsh has been the unsung hero of this England team. Against Spain in the quarter-finals, Earps produced a stunning save to stop Del Castillo's high cross, which prevented England from going 2-0 down late on. As a result, England's wingers are among the top of the charts for chances created in this tournament. This well-matched final can also be seen through the effectiveness of the two goalkeepers. To put it in simpler terms, the quality of Huth's deliveries and passes match the frequency. The right-wing has been a particular avenue for creativity in this tournament. In front of the two respective back fours lie England's Keira Walsh and Germany's Lena Oberdorf. Yet England have the perfect antidote in Bright, who is in the top five defenders for winning aerial duels in the tournament so far. Steph Houghton was the defender Popp beat in the air on that occasion - England will do well to learn from that experience. The second, a well-timed leap to nod a high cross for the winning goal. Even Premier League managers such as Jurgen Klopp and Pep Guardiola have marvelled at the quality on show in England this summer.

How to follow England vs Germany in the Euro 2022 final as the Lionesses are one win away from their first major trophy.

The match will be shown live on BBC One, and as stated above will be shown at bars and pubs, as well as in Dartmouth Park on a big screen and also Showcase Cinema in Dudley. Goose in Wolverhampton will be showing the game live in their bar, as they have done for the whole tournament. Dartmouth Park in West Bromwich will be showing the game live on a big screen.

England and Germany renew rivalries this weekend as they prepare to go head-to-head in the UEFA Women's Euro 2022 final at Wembley on Sunday, in the hope of ...

- Official England Store - England Home Vapor Match Shirt 2022-23 (£143) On Tuesday night, England’s Lionesses’ secured their place in the 2022 Women’s Euro final – meaning they’re one step closer to securing that golden trophy for the first time ever. Ellen White put the Lionesses ahead after 15 minutes, but Lina Magull replied for Germany within five minutes of half-time to ensure the sides went in level at the break.

England take on Germany in the Euro final at Wembley Stadium on Sunday at 5pm, with Sarina Wiegman insisting England are "ready to write history".

Wiegman has transformed this side into hotly tipped tournament favourites in less than a year and knows all too well how to handle the pressure amplified by home nation hysteria. There's a lot of clarity in the way we've played." Unfazed by the burden of expectation, England have never been better placed to cap a momentous summer of football with a winner's medal and their first-ever major honours tomorrow. When she guided the Netherlands to back-to-back major finals in 2017 and 2019, she made three and five changes to line-ups respectively. She wants to win football matches by playing a brand of football that entertains crowds, inspires younger generations, and leaves a lasting imprint on the fabric of the footballing community. It's because Wiegman has utmost faith in the responsibility bestowed upon each player, and their value is no more or less worthy from the substitutes bench. Should she stick with that formula again on Sunday, she'll become the first coach in Euros history to name the same starting line-up in every game - men or women's. Her words are unerring and the impact she's making with this team is creating a legacy. The whole country is proud of us," she said following Tuesday's win over Sweden. She has endeared herself to the nation by delivering on her promise. She makes bold, unflinching decisions that benefit the development of the squad even if they attract scrutiny. Generations of football fans, male and female, young and old, will talk about the night the Lionesses tore up European record books by dismantling Norway 8-0.

The final, held at Wembley Stadium, kicks off at 5pm and millions will be watching as England fights to win its first major title since 1966.

An all-female RAF flypast will take to the skies ahead of kick-off. The men's captain Kane posted a social media video, telling them he'll be in the stadium supporting. You’ve done amazing well in the competition and we are rooting for you all the way.” Sarina Wiegman's Lionesses have inspired millions to follow women's football like never before and there are hopes it's sparked a culture change in the sport for generations to come. They'll be hoping to be the first people to see England win a major football tournament since the men did back in 1966. England’s Lionesses are expected to draw in the biggest home TV audience on record for a women’s football match when they take on Germany later.