Phil Neville in charge of England on July 2, 2019
England Women coach Phil Neville admits "tremendous challenge" of rising expectations
The Lionesses face Brazil in Middlesbrough this weekend before hosting Germany at Wembley next month
Oct 4, 18:10
England's Steph Houghton reacts after missing a penalty against USA in the World Cup semi-final on July 2, 2019
Steph Houghton desperate to come out on top in first WSL Manchester derby
City are expecting a 20,000-plus crowd at the Etihad Stadium.
Sep 5, 12:53
Phil Neville in charge of England on July 2, 2019
USA defeat latest in growing list of semi-final heartbreak for Lionesses
The Lionessess came up just short one step away from the final again.
Jul 3, 11:02
England Women manager Phil Neville pictured on June 23, 2019
Phil Neville expresses pride in Lionesses despite World Cup exit
The England manager said the team had no regrets after their World Cup campaign came to an end.
Jul 3, 00:09
England Women manager Phil Neville pictured on June 23, 2019
Phil Neville: 'England left everything out on the field in semi-final defeat'
England saw a goal ruled out and a penalty saved.
Jul 3, 00:01
England's Ellen White celebrates scoring their second goal against Scotland on June 9, 2019
England Women's World Cup campaign in focus following semi-final exit
Defeat to the United States means Phil Neville's side will not be involved in Sunday's final.
Jul 2, 23:53
England's Steph Houghton reacts after missing a penalty against USA in the World Cup semi-final on July 2, 2019
England suffer more World Cup semi-final heartbreak at hands of USA
England also had a goal ruled out by VAR as they missed out on a place in the final in France.
Jul 2, 21:18
England Women manager Phil Neville pictured on June 23, 2019
Preview:England vs. USA - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's Women's World Cup semi-final between England and holders USA, including prediction, team news and head-to-head records.
Jul 1, 17:39
England's Steph Houghton and team mates celebrate after the match against Norway on June 27, 2019
Steph Houghton: 'England showed what we're all about'
The Lionesses set up a semi-final clash against either hosts France or holders the United States next Tuesday.
Jun 28, 13:50
England's Steph Houghton with Ellen White and team mates during training on June 26, 2019
England captain Steph Houghton provides injury boost ahead of quarter-final
The defensive pairing have both been struggling ahead of the World Cup quarter-final with Norway.
Jun 26, 18:25
England Women manager Phil Neville pictured on June 23, 2019
Neville admits "major doubts" over Houghton and Bright
The England manager is battling a defensive crisis.
Jun 26, 14:01
Steph Houghton pictured in November 2018
England captain Steph Houghton in race to be fit for World Cup quarter-final
The defender was on the receiving end of a tough challenge against Cameroon.
Jun 26, 10:34
England's Alex Greenwood celebrates scoring their third goal with Fran Kirby against Cameroon on June 23, 2019
England through to quarters after controversial victory over Cameroon
The last-16 clash in Valenciennes was overshadowed by VAR decisions but the Lionesses roar on in the Women's World Cup.
Jun 23, 19:43
Phil Neville pictured on June 9, 2019
Phil Neville: 'England have no fear of penalties'
IFAB made an adjustment to the rules for goalkeepers during penalty kicks.
Jun 22, 22:10
Steph Houghton pictured in November 2018
Steph Houghton: 'Still room for England improvement'
Phil Neville's side won all three of their matches in Group D.
Jun 20, 13:01
Nikita Parris pictured in August 2018
Nikita Parris admits to pre-match butterflies after setting up Lionesses win
The Lyon-bound forward set the Lionesses on the path to victory with her penalty.
Jun 10, 09:44
England women's manager Phil Neville reacts after his side's defeat to Canada on April 5, 2019
Neville welcomes pressure as England begin Women's World Cup campaign
The Lionesses play Scotland in their Group D opener on Sunday.
Jun 8, 20:57
England women's manager Phil Neville reacts after his side's defeat to Canada on April 5, 2019
Neville: We like the pressure of favourites tag
England Women face Scotland Women on Sunday.
Jun 8, 18:16
England women's manager Phil Neville reacts after his side's defeat to Canada on April 5, 2019
England Women arrive in France ahead of World Cup
Phil Neville's squad flew into Nice ahead of the tournament which begins on Friday.
Jun 4, 19:36
England women's manager Phil Neville reacts after his side's defeat to Canada on April 5, 2019
England given special send off ahead of Women's World Cup
The Lionesses start their campaign on Sunday.
Jun 4, 13:32
Steph Houghton pictured in November 2018
Steph Houghton talks up England's World Cup chances
Houghton will captain the Lionesses at the tournament in France.
May 23, 15:15
Steph Houghton pictured in November 2018
England confirm squad numbers for Women's World Cup
Captain Steph Houghton will wear number five at the tournament in France.
May 16, 10:07
Georgia Stanway celebrates scoring for Manchester City Women on May 4, 2019
Georgia Stanway hoping to inspire new generation of female footballers
Stanway scored for Man City as they lifted the Women's FA Cup.
May 5, 13:09
Manchester City women's manager Nick Cushing pictured in April 2018
Peter Cushing: 'Man City will not be complacent in FA Cup final'
City head into the Wembley showpiece looking to claim their second trophy of the season.
May 3, 17:36
Steph Houghton in action for Manchester City Women in March 2018
Manchester City skipper Steph Houghton hails "dream come true" ahead of FA Cup final
City face West Ham in the Women's FA Cup final at Wembley this weekend.
May 2, 13:20
Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk pictured on February 9, 2019
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk named PFA Players' Player of the Year
The Dutchman saw off stiff competition from Manchester City's Raheem Sterling.
Apr 29, 05:28
Toni Duggan pictured in November 2018
Toni Duggan: 'World Cup glory will boost domestic attendances'
Crowds for recent matches in Spain and Italy have been 60,000 and 39,000 respectively.
Apr 9, 08:21
Steph Houghton pictured in November 2018
Steph Houghton pulls out of England squad with groin injury
Phil Neville's side take on Spain in a friendly on Tuesday.
Apr 8, 09:28
Steph Houghton pictured in November 2018
England captain Houghton spurred on by inspiring next generation
The 30-year-old defender wants to inspire young female footballers.
Mar 7, 12:00
United States forward Tobin Heath (17) scores past a group of England defenders in the second half during a She Believes Cup women's soccer match at Nissan Stadium on March 2, 2019
England earn draw with world champions USA in SheBelieves Cup in Nashville
The Lionesses will play Japan in their final game of the round-robin tournament on Tuesday.
Mar 3, 00:37
Manchester City women's manager Nick Cushing pictured in April 2018
Proud Cushing hails character of City players after penalty shoot-out triumph
Manchester City Women beat Arsenal Women on spot-kicks to win the Continental Cup for the third time.
Feb 23, 18:01
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Manchester City to play in Women's International Champions Cup
Manchester City will compete in the Women's International Champions Cup in the United States this summer.
Apr 11, 19:31
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
England Women undone by single strike from USA's Crystal Dunn
England Women are beaten 1-0 by USA Women in the first of three SheBelieves Cup matches in Tampa.
Mar 4, 09:16
A general view of a silhouetted horse
Tony McCoy knighted in New Year's honours list
Legendary jockey Tony McCoy is awarded a knighthood in the New Year's honours list.
Dec 30, 22:40
Generic image of a locker room
England Women's Steph Houghton: 'Having women's football on 'FIFA 16' is huge'
England Women's Steph Houghton says that being included in video game FIFA 16 is a "huge" step forward for women's football.
Sep 25, 17:27
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Steph Houghton: 'Future bright for women's game in England'
Steph Houghton claims that the women's game is in a good position to grow following England's efforts at the World Cup.
Jul 7, 13:40
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Steph Houghton wants Mark Sampson stay
England Women's captain Steph Houghton is keen to see manager Mark Sampson continue his role following the Lionesses' third-place finish at the 2015 World Cup.
Jul 5, 11:25
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Steph Houghton "absolutely delighted" by England Women triumph over Germany
England Women captain Steph Houghton admits that she is "absolutely delighted" by the team's win over Germany in the third-placed playoff at the Women's World Cup.
Jul 5, 10:43
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Fara Williams fires England Women to third place
England Women salvage professional pride by beating Germany 1-0 to finish third in the World Cup.
Jul 4, 22:32
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Half-Time Report: Goalless between Germany Women, England Women
Neither side have been able to find a breakthrough in the first 45 minutes of the World Cup third-place playoff match between Germany Women and England Women.
Jul 4, 20:48
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