England took one step closer to bringing football home again after a sensational 3-1 win over co-hosts Australia in the semi-final on Wednesday. The victory sees the Lionesses reach the final of the Women’s World Cup for the first time in their history.
This monumental occasion marks yet another milestone under Sarina Wiegman and now, only Spain stand in England’s way of ultimate glory.
We’ve collated a whole bunch of the best photos from England’s semi-final win over the Matildas, including fan reactions at both Stadium Australia and back home at Wembley, as well as the goals from Ella Toone, Lauren Hemp and Alessia Russo.
9. Violet, aged 9, has the England flag painted onto her face at Boxpark Wembley ahead of the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 Semi Final match between England and Australia on August 16, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Leon Neal/Getty Images)
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10. Flags of Australia, England and the tournament are displayed prior to the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 Semi Final match between Australia and England at Stadium Australia on August 16, 2023 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images )
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11. Players and match officials line up prior to the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 Semi Final match between Australia and England at Stadium Australia on August 16, 2023 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)
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12. Clare Polkinghorne of Australia contends for the aerial ball with Hayley Raso and Georgia Stanway of England during the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 Semi Final match between Australia and England at Stadium Australia on August 16, 2023 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)
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