Lionesses: Upcoming Matches 2024, Predictions, starters, Awards, Net worth,History, previous Highlights, Coach,Players, Records, Transfers, League And Everything To Know
The Lionesses, England’s women’s national football team, embody courage, skill, and determination.
Upcoming Matches
- The Lionesses are set to face France in a UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 qualifier on June 4, 2024, at Stade Geoffroy-Guichard.
- This match is part of the League A, Group 3 fixtures.
Coach: Sarina Wiegman
- Sarina Wiegman is the head coach of the Lionesses.
- She made history by also leading England to victory in the UEFA EURO 2022 on home soil.
- Wiegman previously guided her native Netherlands to the EURO 2017 title, becoming the first coach to win back-to-back tournaments.
Key Players
- Let’s take a look at some of the Lionesses’ key players:
- Beth Mead: A talented forward who has been making headlines.
- Also Nikita Parris: Set for a move to Manchester United from Arsenal.
- Keira Walsh: One of the best midfielders in Europe.
- Also Ellen White: A prolific striker.
- Alex Greenwood: A versatile defender.
- Alessia Russo: In high demand after her impressive performances at Euro 2022.
Records
- The Lionesses’ achievements include:
- Runners-up in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
- Also Champions of the UEFA Women’s Championship 2022.
- Competing in the UEFA Women’s Nations League since 2023–24.
Net worth
The net worth of the England Women’s Senior Team is estimated to be £788 million.
Transfers
- Some notable transfer situations:
- Alessia Russo (Man Utd): Contract up at the end of the season; in high demand.
- Also Nikita Parris (Arsenal): Set for a move to Manchester United.
- Keira Walsh, Ellen White & Alex Greenwood (Man City): Contract situations to watch closely.
A Brief History
- The Lionesses have been governed by the Football Association (FA) since 1993, succeeding the Women’s Football Association (WFA).
- Their first international match took place in November 1972 against Scotland.
Euro 2022 Triumph
- A historic moment unfolded during Euro 2022 when the Lionesses secured victory against Germany.
- In an intense final at Wembley, England also triumphed with a 2-1 win in extra time.
- This victory marked England’s first major trophy in women’s football since the men’s side claimed the World Cup in 1966.
Lioness Traits
- Like lionesses in the wild:
- Hunters: The Lionesses are the main hunters within their football pride. They provide goals and victories for their team.
- Cub Raisers: They also raise and nurture the “cubs” (young players) within their ranks.
- Unity: Only the current male lion’s cubs (current team members) are allowed to be part of the pride.
