Spain wins its 1st Women's World Cup title, beating England 1-0 in the final
Spain won the Women's World Cup for the first time with Olga Carmona's first-half strike giving La Roja a 1-0 victory over England in Sunday's final in Sydney.
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Women's World Cup fans say the same thing as Spain scorer Olga Carmona reveals message on shirt
Spain's goalscorer Olga Carmona revealed a message on her shirt reading "Merchi" when she put her side in front in the World Cup final against England.
Emma Hayes: Lauren James ready for World Cup final but it’s up to Sarina Wiegman
Chelsea boss Emma Hayes refused to step on England manager Sarina Wiegman’s toes when asked if Lauren James should return to the Lionesses’ starting line-up for Sunday’s World Cup final against Spain.
James will be ready if England call, says Chelsea manager Hayes
SYDNEY : England forward Lauren James will be ready to go if selected to play in the Women's World Cup final against Spain after serving her two-match ban, her club manager at Chelsea, Emma Hayes, said on Friday.
'How To Win Graciously': Sportsmanship Melts Hearts At World Cup
Unless there is an uncharacteristic outbreak of hostility and flurry of red cards in Sunday's final, opposing players consoling each other after games will be among the enduring images of the Women's World Cup. England, who face Spain in the final in Sydney, have been notably quick to approach their emotional opponents after the final whistle to offer a heartwarming hug and words of sympathy. The European champions dealt out some rough treatment to Australia's skipper Sam Kerr in defeating the co-hosts 3-1 in their semi-final on Wednesday in front of 75,000 in Sydney.
Pressure on co-hosts Australia in World Cup semi, says England's Walsh
SYDNEY : The pressure is on World Cup co-hosts Australia in Wednesday's semi-final rather than England, the Lionesses' midfielder Keira Walsh said, as both sides seek a first ever appearance in the final of the global tournament.
England not focusing on James' absence before quarter-final clash with Colombia
SYDNEY : England have not dwelled on the loss of influential striker Lauren James from their World Cup quarter-final clash with Colombia on Saturday, said goalkeeper Mary Earps.
Bronze says England not happy with their performances at World Cup
SYDNEY : The Women's World Cup has not seen the best of England, who must play better in their quarter-final clash with Colombia on Saturday, said defender Lucy Bronze.