Updated On: 17 August, 2023 07:26 AM IST | Sydney | AFP
England defender Lucy, twice a losing semi-finalist, ecstatic to reach maiden World Cup final after 3-1 win over Australia; to meet Spain in Sunday’s finale

England’s Lucy Bronze (centre) celebrates their Women’s World Cup semi-final win over co-hosts Australia in Sydney yesterday. Pic/AP, PTI
England defender Lucy Bronze was elated after achieving a long-held ambition as the side reached their first Women’s World Cup final with a 3-1 defeat of tournament co-hosts Australia.
“The one thing I’ve always wanted to do is get to a World Cup final,” Bronze told the BBC after Wednesday’s semi-final win in Sydney.