Lionesses have not hit heights of Euros triumph but strong mentality and resilience have helped in tough situations
England might not be hitting the performance heights of their triumphant European Championship campaign but have instead relied on a strong World Cup mentality on their journey to the semi-finals.
The quarter-final victory against Colombia was the third single‑goal win of the tournament for England, in addition to the penalty shootout triumph against Nigeria. It is a sign that despite not being at their free-flowing best these new-look Lionesses have the fortitude to get through tough situations.
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