England made it two wins from two in the Women’s World Cup with a 1-0 win over Denmark in Sydney.
Lauren James’ wonder strike got the Lionesses off to the perfect start after just six minutes and secured the win for the European Champions but the win came at a cost after a serious looking injury to Barcelona midfielder Keira Walsh saw her forced off the pitch just before half time.
It was a marginally improved display from England, however, the serious injury to Walsh saw the second half played at a much slower pace with England players noticeably affected. The win does guarantee a passage to the knock out stages of the tournament though ahead of the Lionesses final group game against China next week.
We have given every England player a ranking out of 10 based on their performances against the Danes.
It was a marginally improved display from England, however, the serious injury to Walsh saw the second half played at a much slower pace with England players noticeably affected. The win does guarantee a passage to the knock out stages of the tournament though ahead of the Lionesses final group game against China next week.
5. Rachel Daly - 7
Linked up brilliantly with James on the left. Many have called for her to be England’s striker after her terrific WSL campaign but she is still England’s most reliable left back - bizarrely. Photo: Zac Goodwin
6. Keira Walsh - 7
The Barcelona midfielder was playing very well prior to her serious looking injury which will undoubtedly be a huge worry for England fans. | AFP via Getty Images
7. Georgia Stanway - 6
A quiet performance in midfield from the Bayern Munich midfielder. | AFP via Getty Images
8. Ella Toone - 5
The Man Utd midfielder was quiet for England once again and will need to up her performances levels ahead of last knockouts. | AFP via Getty Images