England gave their fans exactly the kind of homecoming performance they had been hoping, bouncing back in style from Saturday's disappointing defeat to Brazil. The Lionesses registered a convincing 3-0 win over Australia as part of their ongoing homecoming series, which will see the European
Ella Toone put the Lionesses ahead in the first half before Sam Kerr levelled for the co-hosts, but goals from Lauren Hemp and Alessia Russo set up a showdown with Spain on Sunday.
Spain will play Sweden for the other final spot on Tuesday. The match between Australia and France ended goalless. France looked a better side in the first time and half-time, but missing out on some chances cost them the match.
Manchester United hosted its end-of-season awards (2022/23) awards for the men's and women's teams on Monday. Alessia Russo was voted the Manchester United Women's Player of the Year (2022/23 season).