Spain are the world champions! It was ecstasy, joy and jubilation for La Roja as they defeated England to win the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023. The Spaniards played exceedingly well in the marquee tournament and logged 18 goals, which is their highest ever in the World Cup.
Olga Carmona’s goal in the 29th minute from the left-wing helped La Roja get past the Lionesses. England’s wait for their inaugural FIFA Women’s World Cup continues as they failed to cross the finishing line this time.
Notably, this was Spain’s first World Cup final as well. They were a dominant powerhouse in the tournament and their efforts paid rich dividends as they lifted the glorious title for the first ever time.
Spanish captain Carmona had also scored in the semi-finals versus Australia and has etched her name in gold!
In terms of possession, counter-attacking or applying pressure on the defensive departments of the opposition team, Spain excelled. And they have reaped benefits of their excellent performances.
Despite having their backs against the walls because of off-field turmoil, Spain defied all odds and emerged out victorious in this tournament.
The likes of Alba Maria, Aitana Bonmati and Jennifer Fuentes scored 3 goals each in the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 and played a crucial part in La Roja’s title triumph in this tournament.
As they re-write the history books, it is also noteworthy that Spain became the 2nd nation after Germany to win both the men’s and the women’s editions of the FIFA World Cup.
Germany’s women’s team have won the FIFA Women’s World Cup on 2 occasions- in 2003 and 2007.
With this game, the 9th edition of this marquee tournament comes to an end. Spain won their 1st title and the tournament was laced with several highs, lows, clangers and exciting moments that defined the legacy of this incredible sport.
Squads
England women
- Goalkeepers: Mary Earps (Manchester United), Hannah Hampton (Aston Villa), Ellie Roebuck (Manchester City)
- Defenders: Millie Bright (Chelsea), Lucy Bronze (Barcelona), Jess Carter (Chelsea), Niamh Charles (Chelsea), Alex Greenwood (Manchester City), Esme Morgan (Manchester City), Lotte Wubben-Moy (Arsenal)
- Midfielders: Laura Coombs (Manchester City), Jordan Nobbs (Aston Villa), Georgia Stanway (Bayern Munich), Ella Toone, (Manchester United), Keira Walsh (Barcelona), Katie Zelem (Manchester United)
- Forwards: Rachel Daly (Aston Villa), Bethany England (Tottenham Hotspur), Lauren Hemp (Manchester City), Lauren James (Chelsea), Chloe Kelly (Manchester City), Katie Robinson (Brighton), Alessia Russo (Manchester United)
Spain women
- Goalkeepers: Cata Coll (Barcelona), Misa Rodriguez (Real Madrid), Enith Salon (Valencia).
- Defenders: Ivana Andres (Real Madrid), Ona Batlle (Manchester United), Olga Carmona (Real Madrid), Laia Codina (Barcelona), Rocio Galvez (Real Madrid), Oihane Hernandez (Athletic Club), Irene Paredes (Barcelona).
- Midfielders: Teresa Abelleira (Real Madrid), Aitana Bonmati (Barceona), Irene Guerrero (Levante), Jennifer Hermoso (Pachuca), Maria Perez (Barcelona), Alexia Putellas (Barcelona), Claudia Zornoza (Real Madrid).
- Forwards: Mariona Caldentey (Barcelona), Athenea del Castillo (Real Madrid), Esther Gonzalez (Real Madrid), Eva Navarro (Atletico Madrid), Salma Paralluelo (Barcelona), Alba Redondo (Levante).
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