England’s Lauren James could find redemption in Sunday’s women’s World Cup final. Sports villains don’t often get such a quick second chance.

England’s winning goalscorer came on at half-time after Chelsea forward James was withdrawn with an injury, which she suffered just before the break and forced a stoppage in play from Aitana Bonmati.

Lauren James has been a standout competitor for England since her debut in 2022, scoring nine goals in 33 caps for the Lionesses - and today, she could become a European champion

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