England is on the verge of the knockout stage at the Women’s World Cup after defeating Europe rival Denmark 1-0 on Friday.
Lauren James gave the Lionesses their lone goal in the sixth minute of the match, ripping a shot from outside the box past Danish goalkeeper Lene Christensen.
The tally marked her first ever goal at the Women’s World Cup.
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Reece James, the goalscorer’s brother and fellow Chelsea player, gave her a shoutout following the strike.
England held on for its second straight 1-0 win with Mary Earps stopping both of Denmark’s shots on target.
The Lionesses did suffer a potentially crucial injury in the contest. Midfielder Keira Walsh, who plays for Barcelona after moving from Manchester City for a record fee, was stretchered off the pitch in the 35th minute due to a right leg injury.
England leads Group D with six points. The team can clinch a spot in the Round of 16 as early as Friday if Haiti draws or beats China.
