# England Women’s Soccer Team Reaches World Cup Semi-Finals
The England Women’s Soccer team is making history in the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup. After a thrilling 2-1 victory over Australia in the semi-finals, England is now one step closer to becoming world champions.
The match was an intense battle between two teams determined to make it to the finals. England took the lead early in the match, but Australia quickly equalized. With the score tied at 1-1, it was up to England to find a way to break the deadlock.
In the 86th minute, Lauren Hemp stepped up and delivered. Hemp managed to get between two defenders and poke the ball into the bottom corner of the net, giving England a 2-1 lead. The goal sparked wild celebrations from the England players and fans alike.
The victory was a huge moment for the England Women’s Soccer team. Not only did they reach the semi-finals of the World Cup for the first time ever, but they also secured their spot in the finals. They will now face either Sweden or the Netherlands in the final on July 7th.
The England team has been on an incredible journey since they started their campaign in France. They have shown incredible resilience and determination throughout the tournament, and their victory over Australia is a testament to their hard work and dedication.
The team has also been a source of inspiration for many young girls around the world. They have shown that with hard work and dedication, anything is possible. Their success has also highlighted the importance of investing in women’s soccer and giving female athletes the same opportunities as their male counterparts.
If England can go on to win the World Cup, it would be a huge moment for women’s soccer and a huge source of pride for the nation. The team has already made history by reaching the semi-finals, and they will be looking to make even more history when they take on either Sweden or the Netherlands in the final.
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