England beaten as Spain become world champions
21 August - 52 minsMichelle Owen is joined by Michael Cox, Charlotte Harpur, Mark Carey and Laia Cervelló Herrero to reflect on the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023.
Well the final has been played and Spain have won.
Their 1-0 victory over the Lionesses sees La Roja go from entering the tournament with internal strife and acrimony, being humiliated 4-0 by Japan in the group stages; to winning the whole thing.
As for England; they fell at the final hurdle.
Producer: Steve Hankey
Exec Producer: Abi Paterson
Honorary Producer: Chloe the koala
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