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England advances to World Cup knockout stages

Bethany England was part of the Lionesses side to advance to the Women’s World Cup knockout stages with a 6-1 win against China on Tuesday.

Bethany England was part of the Lionesses side to advance to the Women’s World Cup knockout stages with a 6-1 win against China on Tuesday.

Replacing Alessia Russo in the 71st minute minute, our centre-forward led the line to see out the win, which was secured thanks to goals from Russo, Lauren Hemp, Lauren James, Chloe Kelly, and Rachel Daly.

With three wins from three, the Lionesses finished top of Group D and will face Nigeria in the Round of 16 on Monday (8.30am UK).

Last Monday, Shelina Zadorsky’s World Cup campaign came to an end as Canada were beaten 4-0 by Australia.

Here are the remaining fixtures for our Lilywhites involved in the competition.

Group F - Rebecca Spencer and Drew Spence 

Jamaica v Brazil | Wednesday 2 August | Melbourne Rectangular Stadium | 11am (UK)

Group H - Rosella Ayane

Morocco v Colombia | Thursday 3 August | Perth Rectangular Stadium | 11am (UK)

Knockout stages (round of 16) - Luana Bühler, Bethany England

Switzerland v Spain | Saturday 5 August | Eden Park | 6am (UK)

England v Nigeria | Monday 7 August | Brisbane Stadium | 8.30am (UK)

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