England’s Lionesses danced within the dressing room as they celebrated reaching their first ever Women’s World Cup ultimate with a 3-1 win over hosts Australia.
The gamers had been pictured dancing on seats and singing following their historic semi-final victory to arrange a conflict in opposition to Spain in Sydney this weekend.
England stars additionally celebrated on social media, with goalkeeper Mary Earps posting an image of the staff together with the caption: “Special, special night. We’re World Cup finalists.”
England attain World Cup ultimate – newest: King sends message to Lionesses
England goalkeeper Mary Earps celebrates along with her teammates after their win
Georgia Stanway and Lauren Hemp danced in celebration after the win
Goalscorers Ella Toone and Alessia Russo additionally posted on Instagram with the identical caption: “Off to the World Cup final!”.
Defender Lucy Bronze, in the meantime, took to X, previously often known as Twitter, to share footage of the celebrations, with the caption: “We are within the World Cup ultimate.”
Former England gamers and followers additionally celebrated the historic win, with former Lioness, Jill Scott, writing on social media: “This team are just everything!
“Inspirational, humble, unbelievable people. One extra to go – everyone seems to be behind you!”
Former England Men’s striker Ian Wright, who was on the sport, additionally shared a video of himself draped in an England flag hugging followers.
Fans exterior Sydney’s Stadium Australia chanted “Football’s Coming Home” – a line from the 1996 World Cup music Three Lions – after the win.
One lady, wearing a lion’s head, advised Sky News: “It’s coming home, we won. Oh my god, it’s amazing.”
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Back at dwelling, followers packed out bars, together with Box Park in Croydon, the place they cheered on the Lionesses from throughout the opposite facet of the world.
Meanwhile, Countdown stars Rachel Riley and Susie Dent celebrated the win with 5 consonants and 4 vowels.
Dancing to Lioness by HANA R, the pair cheered on the squad on the present’s studio in Greater Manchester.
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The King additionally despatched his “warmest congratulations” to the Lionesses on their win, and wished them effectively for his or her sport in opposition to Spain on Sunday.
“My wife and I join all our family in sending the mighty Lionesses our warmest congratulations on reaching the final of the World Cup, and in sharing our very best wishes for Sunday’s match,” he mentioned.
He additionally recognised the staff as an “inspiration” and mentioned the UK and Australia had been linked in “pride, admiration and respect”.
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“While your victory may have cost the magnificent Matildas their chance for the greatest prize in the game, both teams have been an inspiration on and off the pitch – and, for that, both nations are united in pride, admiration and respect,” he added.
Ahead of the match, The Queen’s Guard had performed a medley of anthems equivalent to “Sweet Caroline” – usually performed after England wins – and “Waltzing Matilda” – described as Australia’s “unofficial anthem” – exterior Buckingham Palace.
England conquered hosts Australia 3-1 due to targets from Ella Toone, Lauren Hemp and Alessia Russo.
They will face Spain, who beat Sweden 2-1 of their semi-final, on Sunday, with kick-off at 11am UK time.
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