The European champions, come back from a one goal down to won the match against Colombia. England have beaten Colombia 2-1 to go into the semi-finals of the Women’s World Cup. They’ll face co-host Australia on Wednesday, August 16.
England won thanks to goals from Hemp and Russo, while Santos scored for Colombia, who were the last South America standing team left in the competition.
With the final blow of the whistle, England book their semi-final date with Australia on August 16!
Final Score: England 2-1 Colombia
It’s so much more than just a game. 🫶#BeyondGreatness | #FIFAWWC pic.twitter.com/7m7NMlBaNd
— FIFA Women’s World Cup (@FIFAWWC) August 12, 2023
WE ARE #FIFAWWC SEMI-FINALISTS! 🏴🤩 pic.twitter.com/LDygfmDBsH
— Lionesses (@Lionesses) August 12, 2023
Russo, who scored the winner, commented on the Results :
“[Reaching a] semi-final of a World Cup. We are keeping the dream alive. Colombia are a top team. It was a really tough test, so we are happy to get into the semis.”
“We had to dig deep from the first game. They have so many talented players who can cause you trouble in a second,” she said.
“It is exciting (playing Australia next). What more do you want? You want to play the best teams and of course they are the host. I am so excited,” she added
A moment @LeicySantos10 will never forget! ✨@FCFSeleccionCol | #FIFAWWC pic.twitter.com/1is9RlM5ml
— FIFA Women’s World Cup (@FIFAWWC) August 12, 2023
England vs Colombia Final Score
| Team | 1st Half | 2nd Half | Final Score |
| England | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Colombia | 1 | 0 | 1 |
The key numbers from a momentous victory 🔢#Lionesses | @GoogleCloud_UKI pic.twitter.com/scWYZmtGLv
— Lionesses (@Lionesses) August 12, 2023
Gracias, Colombia! 🫶🇨🇴@FCFSeleccionCol | #FIFAWWC pic.twitter.com/DnxSza49ZS
— FIFA Women’s World Cup (@FIFAWWC) August 12, 2023
Goals :
Colombia : Leicy Santos 44′
England : Lauren Hemp 45+6′
England : Alessia Russo 63′