England’s Lionesses Flex Muscles Before Euros
England’s Lionesses issue Euros warning with dominant win as they wrapped up their preparations with a convincing 7-0 victory over Jamaica ahead of UEFA Women’s EURO 2025. Coach Sarina Wiegman praised the team’s strong display but knows the real challenges are yet to come.
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A Comfortable First Half for England
Ella Toone was in top form, scoring twice, while Lucy Bronze added a header to give England a clear lead by halftime. The team looked sharp, keeping Jamaica under pressure and making the most of their chances as they tuned up for the tournament.
Goals Galore in the Second Half
The second half saw England continue their dominance, with Georgia Stanway, Alessia Russo, Aggie Beever-Jones, and Beth Mead all adding their names to the scoresheet. Wiegman was pleased to see six different players scoring, highlighting the squad’s depth and the healthy competition for places ahead of their opening match against France.
Wiegman’s Assessment and Hopes
Wiegman, while happy with the performance, noted the need to step up their level when they face stronger opponents. She highlighted that the game was a good opportunity to entertain fans and keep players match-fit. “We created many chances and could have been more patient at times, but scoring seven goals and having more opportunities is really positive,” Wiegman said, emphasizing the importance of taking this momentum into next week’s game.
Lauren James Makes Her Return
Lauren James returned from her hamstring injury and made an immediate impact by providing the cross for Russo’s goal shortly after coming off the bench. Wiegman shared her satisfaction with James’ progress, explaining that she had trained well with Chelsea and during England’s recent camps, allowing her to earn these valuable minutes ahead of the France game.
A Scare for Mead, But All Clear
There was a moment of concern when Beth Mead went down clutching her knee in stoppage time, causing fear among the fans and staff. Thankfully, it turned out to be just a heavy knock, and Mead was able to continue and even scored the final goal of the match. Wiegman reassured everyone that Mead was fine, and all players came out of the game healthy, a big relief as they prepare to begin their Euro campaign.
