England advances to Women's World Cup final with 3-1 victory over Australia.

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【Summary】England defeats Australia 3-1, advancing to their first Women's World Cup final. Despite a goal from Australian star Sam Kerr, England's dominance and goals from Ella Toone, Lauren Hemp, and Alessia Russo secure their victory. England will face Spain in the final, while Australia will play Sweden for third place.

FutureCar Staff Aug 16, 2023 7:41 AM PT

England advances to Women's World Cup final with 3-1 victory over Australia.

England secured their spot in the Women's World Cup championship game with a 3-1 victory over co-host Australia. This win marked England's first appearance in the final, ending Australia's impressive run in the tournament.

In a highly anticipated match, Australia's star player, Sam Kerr, made her first start of the tournament and managed to score a goal for the Matildas. However, it was not enough to hold off England, the reigning European champions.

England took the lead in the 36th minute with a goal from Ella Toone, giving them a 1-0 advantage. The Lionesses dominated possession in the first half, showcasing their skill and determination.

Despite Kerr's equalizer in the 63rd minute, which ignited hope among the 75,000-plus crowd, England ultimately secured their victory with goals from Lauren Hemp in the 71st minute and Alessia Russo four minutes before the end of regulation time.

This historic win means that both England and Spain will be competing in the Women's World Cup final for the first time ever. The final will take place at Stadium Australia on Sunday, promising an exciting showdown between these two talented teams.

Meanwhile, Australia will face Sweden in the third-place match on Saturday in Brisbane, providing them with another opportunity to showcase their skills and end the tournament on a high note.