England were crowned European champions in 2022 and loom as another team to keep a close eye on at the tournament. Football england today James Gheerbrant
Some sloppy defensive play by England at the end of the first half hinted at the trouble to come. Croatia returned with far more purpose after the break. Their pressing was more intense, their passing crisper. England switched off a number of times before they were punished by Ivan Perisic who attacked a cross, while Kyle Walker stood still. Mike Tindall shares touching message for heartbreaking reason “The England women’s team changed the landscape for the women’s and girls’ game when they lifted the UEFA Women’s EURO 2022 trophy last year. The success of the team wasn’t just about lifting the trophy, it was also about changing the path for women and girls who want to or currently play football up and down the country.