 The Lionesses have done it- they have booked their place in their first-ever World Cup final. Sarina Wiegman's team managed to secure their spot after a victory against host nation Australia in the semi-finals and will face Spain in Sunday's final match-up. Follow Metro.co.uk's live blog for scores and latest updates on the Lionesses game today England faced an intimidating Sydney home crowd in their match against the co-hosts, but kept their cool, going 1-0 up in the first half, courtesy of a goal from Ella Toone. After Australia came back to equalise in the second half courtesy of a stunning strike from Sam Kerr, England responded quickly thanks to a precise strike from Lauren Hemp, with Alessia Russo capping it all off in the 87th minute to make it 3-1. They will now face a Spanish side who are also looking to make history in their first-ever final, who booked their spot with a 2-1 victory over Sweden. Now that the final is assured, many England fans are wondering how the squad will shape up in the final game, and if star forward Lauren James will be able to rejoin the ranks after being shown a red card in the last-16 win over Nigeria. So, how long is James' suspension, and will she be able to join her teammates for the final? Will Lauren James be able to play in the World Cup final? Good news Lioness fans – Lauren James will be able to play in Sunday's final on August 20 in Sydney. James was suspended for two games following her red card offence in the Nigeria game, where she stamped on the back of defender Michelle Alozie during the knockout match-up. James stamped on the back of Nigerian defender Michelle Alozie (Picture: Elsa – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images) England managed to hold on with just a 10-player squad, going on to win the tense game in a penalty shootout, but James had to miss out on both the quarter-final aga){kind=link}
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The Lionesses have done it- they have booked their place in their first-ever World Cup final.
Sarina Wiegman’s team managed to secure their spot after a victory against host nation Australia in the semi-finals and will face Spain in Sunday’s final match-up.
Follow Metro.co.uk’s live blog for scores and latest updates on the Lionesses game today
England faced an intimidating Sydney home crowd in their match against the co-hosts, but kept their cool, going 1-0 up in the first half, courtesy of a goal from Ella Toone.