 England star Lauren James is enjoying a stellar Women's World Cup for the Lionesses Down Under. Chelsea news, exclusives and analysis Sign up Privacy Policy The forward, playing in her first major tournament for the national side, scored the only goal of the game in England's second group stage fixture against Denmark. James then bagged a stunning brace in the team's final group match with China as England booked their place in the Round of 16 with a dominant 6-1 win. And given her eye catching performances, fans have been left wondering – is she related to Chelsea ace Reece James? Here is everything you need to know. Is Lauren James related to Reece James? Lauren is the sister of Chelsea right back Reece, with the Lioness two years younger than her brother. And what's more, Lauren also plays for Chelsea having joined the club from Manchester United on a four year deal in 2021. Football clearly runs in the James family (Picture: Manu Fernandez – Pool/Getty Images) This came after Lauren had originally come through the Chelsea academy before departing for Arsenal in 2014. Her performances in the 2022/23 season saw her win the Young Player Of The Year Award at the Women's Football Awards. Similarly, Reece is a Blues academy graduate having been with the club since he was seven. Lauren's attacking play must have rubbed off on Reece, who started out as a striker before eventually finding a home at right back. The James family have made history with Lauren and Reece the only siblings to have played for England at senior level. What have they said about each other? Speaking to the official England website, Lauren said: 'From the outside, it is a bit like 'wow' [both Lauren and Reece playing for England], but from our point of view, it is difficult to take it in. We are just both on our own paths and looking to enjoy our football. 'Both of us are supportive of each other,){kind=link}
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England star Lauren James is enjoying a stellar Women’s World Cup for the Lionesses Down Under.
Chelsea news, exclusives and analysis
The forward, playing in her first major tournament for the national side, scored the only goal of the game in England’s second group stage fixture against Denmark.
James then bagged a stunning brace in the team’s final group match with China as England booked their place in the Round of 16 with a dominant 6-1 win.