The Lionesses have received heartfelt messages of support from current England stars and beyond following their World Cup final defeat. Sarina Wiegman’s side lost their first competitive matc…
As did Grealish, who also starred at the 2022 World CupHenderson sent his best from Saudi Arabia following his move to Al EtiffaqWright, who has been key in helping to promote the women's game, expressed how gutted he wasSpaniard Adrian congratulated his country, but also sent a message to the Lionesses"Well deserved!" he wrote on his story, reposting Earps' honour, before adding: "Congrats Lionesses for your sensational tournament.
Former England star Ian Wright, who has been out in Australia and New Zealand covering the competition, posted his support too.legend wrote on his Instagram alongside a photo of him and Emma Hayes mulling over the result in an empty stadium after the game. Despite Sunday's disappointment, the Lionesses pushed past pre-tournament knee injuries to three of their stars, Fran Kirby, Beth Mead and captain Leah Williamson.Skipper Williamson sent her public support after the defeat, too, sending a strong message on just how much of a positive impact their campaign will have had on women's football.
"These girls are not the princesses that USED to grace your bedtime stories," the Arsenal star said. "These girls are not the princesses that USED to grace your bedtime stories. "They are the warriors of today, that had a voice when there was no say, or sway. They rewrite the definition of strength year on year and know they are their own biggest competition.