Sarina Wiegman described England’s dramatic victory over Australia women’s national soccer team as “unbelievable” after the England women’s national football team booked their place in the final with a performance full of resilience, quality and determination.
The Lionesses produced one of their most memorable displays under Wiegman to overcome the tournament hosts in an emotionally charged atmosphere, moving one step closer to international glory. Following the final whistle, the England manager admitted the celebrations and emotions inside the dressing room felt “like we’ve won the World Cup,” highlighting just how significant the victory was for the squad.
England entered the match facing enormous pressure against an Australian side backed by passionate home support and huge expectations. However, the Lionesses once again showed the composure and mentality that have become defining characteristics of Wiegman’s team. Despite moments of intense pressure from the hosts, England remained disciplined and clinical when it mattered most.
Goals from key attacking players helped secure the historic win, while the defensive unit stood strong during difficult moments in front of a hostile crowd. Stars such as Alessia Russo and Ella Toone played major roles in the triumph, delivering big performances on one of the sport’s biggest stages.
Wiegman praised not only the quality of her players but also their mentality throughout the tournament. The Dutch coach has transformed England into one of the strongest teams in world football, guiding the Lionesses with calm leadership and tactical intelligence. Since taking charge, she has consistently inspired belief within the squad, and this latest victory further strengthened her growing legacy.
The England manager admitted the atmosphere and emotion surrounding the semi-final made the result feel extraordinary. Defeating the host nation in such circumstances represented a massive challenge, and Wiegman acknowledged the players deserved enormous credit for handling the pressure so effectively.
Fans across England celebrated wildly after the final whistle, with supporters praising the team’s fighting spirit and togetherness. Social media quickly exploded with emotional reactions as the Lionesses moved within touching distance of another major international trophy.
The victory also demonstrated how far women’s football in England has progressed in recent years. The Lionesses are no longer underdogs — they are now one of the world’s elite teams capable of competing with anyone on the biggest stage.
While Wiegman emphasized that the job is not finished yet, her comments reflected the pride and excitement surrounding the squad after such a huge achievement. England now head into the final full of confidence, momentum and belief that they can make history once again.
