Women's World Cup Final: Heartbroken fans react as Lionesses lose to Spain

England fans were left heartbroken after the Lionesses lost the final 1-0 to Spain

Football fans across the country tuned in to see if the Lionesses would make history on Sunday in the Women's World Cup final against Spain.

A first-half goal from Spain's Olga Carmona made it 1-0, which won them the tournament.

Both sides played their first ever women's final, with England having lost back-to-back semis in 2015 and 2019, and Spain having won just one World Cup match before this year.

The reaction across England showcased the fierce support from fans on both sides.

England fans react to Spain's first goal in Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester.

England fans in shock as Spain score the first goral of the final. Credit: PA

Fans in London gasp as Spain secures their first goal.

England fans watch a screening of the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023. Credit: PA

One Spanish fan celebrates.

A Spain fan celebrates their side's first goal of the game. Credit: PA

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said he "still believes' England could win.

Celebrities including Idris Elba and Rio Ferdinand watched the game

Rio Ferdinand watches the Women's World Cup final. Credit: PA
Idris Elba reacts at a London screening of the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023. Credit: PA
Maya Jama at a screening in London of the Spain vs. England. Credit: PA

Fans in Manchester were anxious as Spain's Jenni Hermoso was to take a penalty...

Fans anxious as Spain take a penalty Credit: PA

But cheered when Mary Earps saved it.

Fans cheered when Mary Earps saved the penalty. Credit: PA
Fans celebrate Mary Earps saving a penalty. Credit: PA
Credit: PA

England fans were despondent but still showed their support after the final whistle

Fans in BOXPARK Croydon, London tearful after England loses. Credit: PA

Courtney Chaplin, 18, said: “I don’t really know how I’m feeling to be honest.

“We had so many good chances but their keeper just wasn’t having it.

“I think the woman of the match has to be Mary Earps – that was a really big moment (the penalty save).

England fans hug as Spain wins the World Cup. Credit: PA

A mother who watched the Lionesses’ World Cup defeat at a screening in the home town of forward Lauren Hemp said she is “so proud” of the team.

“The team gave everything – I couldn’t ask for any more.

“Another day they would have been lucky, they would have won it.”

England fans gutted at the final result. Credit: PA

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