England’s attack goes from tired to inspired as new-look front three devastates China
England 6-1 China: As Sarina Wiegman unleashed a new formation, the Lionesses sparkled with Lauren James behind a front two of Alessia Russo and Lauren Hemp
England 6-1 China: As Sarina Wiegman unleashed a new formation, the Lionesses sparkled with Lauren James behind a front two of Alessia Russo and Lauren Hemp
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England's Lauren James did "special things" in their impressive 6-1 victory over China in the Women's World Cup, says manager Sarina Wiegman.
The 38-year-old Ireland skipper has not played competitively since March and is banned for three matches ahead of the World Cup.
Alessia Russo , Lauren Hemp, Chloe Kelly and Rachel Daly were also on the scoresheet as England thrashed China 6-1
Sarina Wiegman's side needed just a point in their final group stage game to confirm a place in the last-16, but the Lionesses - spearheaded by a rampant Lauren James - claimed all three points in style.
Wiegman took a gamble as she swapped England’s usual 4-3-3 for a 3-5-2 formation.
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England forward Lauren James said her performance in the 6-1 World Cup rout of China was "what dreams are made of" as she scored twice and produced three assists.
Lauren James was denied a stunning hat-trick and Bronze conceded a penalty after two controversial VAR reviews