England’s women were so close to making history. Having become the first English senior side to reach a World Cup final since 1966, after the success of winning the Euros in 2022, the Lionesses just came up short in Sydney.
Spain won the Women’s World Cup final 1-0 to take home the trophy, leaving Sarina Wiegman’s side — and an entire nation — to ponder what might have been.
A major trophy win and a final appearance in two successive years is no mean feat, however, and it’s clear the Lionesses are growing as a team and in support.
So, what’s next on their horizon? The Sporting News takes a look at the upcoming fixtures for the likes of Mary Earps, Lucy Bronze and company.
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When do England women play next?
It won’t be long before we get to see Wiegman’s England in action. Following the conclusion of the World Cup in Australia and New Zealand, their next match is set for September 22 when they host Scotland in the UEFA Women’s Nations League.
The game will kick off at 7.45 p.m. local time (2.45 p.m. ET) and be staged at Sunderland’s Stadium of Light. It marks the start of their 2023/24 Nations League campaign, with Belgium and the Netherlands also in the group (League A) alongside England and…
