Fans, politicians and celeb supporters have shared their disappointment after the Lionesses did not safe the World Cup title, after being crushed Spain within the last.
If that they had emerged victorious, it could have been England’s first senior staff World Cup win since 1966.
Despite the nation’s heavy heart over the loss, many had been fast to acknowledge the essential half the staff has performed in elevating the profile of girls’s soccer, changing into position fashions to children across the nation, and family names within the course of.
Following the match, the Lionesses wrote on their official social media channels: “Our @FIFAWWC dream comes to an end at the final hurdle.”
Moments after their Women’s World Cup defeat, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak wrote on X, previously often called Twitter: “You left completely nothing on the market @Lionesses.
“It wasn’t to be, but you’ve already secured your legacy as game changers. We are all incredibly proud of you.”
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Meanwhile, the Prince of Wales – who acquired some flack over his choice to not attend the match in particular person – wrote on his official account, shared with the Princess of Wales: “Although it’s the result none of us wanted, @Lionesses you have done yourselves and this nation proud.
“Your spirit & drive have impressed so many individuals and paved the way in which for generations to come back. Thank you for the footballing reminiscences.”
Showing good sportsmanship worthy of his place, William added: “Congratulations to Spain. W.”
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William and Kate, together with their kids Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, watched the ultimate collectively at house in Sandringham, Norfolk, in response to Kensington Palace.
The King and Queen, nevertheless, did not seem to observe the match, heading to church at Crathie Kirk in Balmoral round half an hour after kick-off.
Presenter Rylan Clark, who discovered fame on The X Factor in 2012, tweeted: “The @Lionesses keeping it going right to the last seconds. We’re all proud of ya!!!!”
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While The Apprentice boss and entrepreneur Lord Alan Sugar, 76, tweeted: “Unlucky ladies you gave your all. You did so well to get to the final of the world cup @Lionesses.”
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Former Dragons’ Den star, Theo Paphitis, stated the Lionesses “played with guts and did us proud”.
The 63-year-old added: “Not their day in the final result but a great tournament for them regardless.”
Culture Secretary Lucy Frazer, who was there in particular person for the match, wrote: “Gutted for the team. The @Lionesses can hold their heads high.
“They labored so laborious all event & they’ve impressed numerous folks throughout the nation & world, significantly younger girls & women. The staff have completed their nation proud.”
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Former England striker Gary Lineker stated Spain had been the higher staff within the last however added the Lionesses “gave their all”.
He tweeted: “Gutted for the Lionesses who gave their all, but congratulations to Spain on winning the World Cup.
“They had been the higher staff and totally deserved their victory.”
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And British author and comic Mark Steel rounded up the frustration with a joke, writing on X: “Now, to prove England’s women have achieved equality with men, they should all trash the local tapas bar.”
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Steel later added: “Spain deserved it. England had been good for many of the World Cup. Earps was superb in purpose. Now each staff ought to copy Spain, and have an acrimonious split per week earlier than a event.”
