Women’s World Cup: Who will England play in the semi-finals? | Football

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The Lionesses are through to the semis! (Picture: Getty)

England have roared through today’s quarter-final against Colombia as they get one step closer to the Women’s World Cup final.

The Lionesses have been far from their best so far Down Under and head coach Sarina Wiegman knows that perfection will be required from here on as the tournament enters its final week.

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The Lionesses withstood late Colombian pressure to make it into their third successive Women’s World Cup semi-final.

But who will England play next in the Women’s World Cup semi-finals if they beat Colombia?

Here is everything you need to know.

Who will England play in the semi-finals?

England will next play Australia in the semi-finals.

Lucy Bronze playing for England at the Women's World Cup

England are eyeing a place in their first ever final (Picture: Jose Breton/Pics Action/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

Australia and France fought a long battle in their own quarter final, with the squad from Down Under eventually winning 7-6 on penalties.

When is England’s semi-final taking place?

England will take on Australia in the semi-final on Wednesday, August 16 at 11am BST.

The game will be held at Stadium Australia, Sydney.

Who is playing in the other semi-final?

Spain will play Sweden in the first semi-final on Tuesday (August 15) at 9am BST.

Spain booked their place in the last four with a 2-1 victory over the Netherlands on Friday.

Sweden also ran out 2-1 winners against the much-fancied Japan in their quarter-final encounter.

The victor of Spain vs Sweden will have one day of extra rest compared to their final opponents.

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When is the Women’s World Cup final?

The Women’s World Cup final will be next Sunday (August 20). Kick-off at Stadium Australia will be 11am BST.

The third-place play-off will be next Saturday (August 19) at 9am BST.


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