James gives Sarina Wiegman’s side lift-off as stunning victory against the Netherlands puts the rest of Europe on alert

Bronze said James is up there with Spain’s Ballon d’Or winners Alexia Putellas and Aitana Bonmati for creating a magic moment

England were magnificent as they swiped aside Netherlands 4-0 in Zurich, coming just four days after they were so poor in their defeat to France at Euro 2025. If there were any nerves in the England camp,

Reigning champions England defend their title and try to become just the second nation to win back-to-back Women's EUROs when the 2025 tournament begins on July 2.

ZURICH (AP) — England has never lost its first two matches at the Women’s European Championship. If that changes on Wednesday, the defending champion could very well be out of Euro 2025.

Lionesses manager Sarina Wiegman and players hailed a "proper England" performance after they hammered the Netherlands 4-0 in Zurich on Wednesday.

With the 2025 European Championship group stage about to end, there is still plenty of potential for drama. Six teams are battling for the four remaining spots in the quarter-finals going into the last round of group fixtures, which runs from July 9-13. This is how each group could pan out.

Lauren James struck twice as holders England bounced back from losing to France with a stunning 4-0 defeat of the Netherlands.

Alessia Russo has said it is essential England play without fear against the Netherlands on Wednesday as they seek to keep their Euro 2025 dreams alive.

The midfielder added that England are looking to 'put things right' against the Netherlands in their second Euro 2025 match on Wednesday.