Bassett own goal as tries to clear cross
Defender distraught after full-time whistle
Rafferty & Duggan struck Japan crossbar
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Goalscoring right-back Lucy Bronze has walked the BBC cameras through the team, and told us all of their traits.
Keep an eye on midfielder Jill Scott. I've heard her called 'Crouchy' before due to her long limbs but Bronze also says Scott 'thinks she's Maradona in training with all the tricks.'
Can Scott be England's match-winner tonight?
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BBC pundit Alan Shearer speaks for a nation.
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Thirty-five minutes to go. Time for a final brew before England begin a World Cup semi-final.
Were you watching in 1990?
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Quote MessageYou wanted England to do well but you were wondering if they could. They got out the group stage with some great performances. If they can make the final it would be an incredible thing.
Natasha Dowie, Liverpool Ladies striker
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Drum? Check. Poster? Check. Scarf? Check. Cuddly toy? Erm, check. England fans know how to prepare for a football match.
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MOTD presenter and veteran of England's 1990 World Cup semi-final Gary Lineker believes this campaign could be 'a watershed moment' for women's football in England.
He also tells the women's team to 'go out and enjoy the game as that's when you play at your best.'
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The England squad received a surprise phone call from the Duke of Cambridge ahead of their morning tactics meeting on Wednesday.
The Duke told the squad: "Many, many congratulations to you all for what you have achieved so far and best of luck for today's match.
"Everyone is following your progress and you are making the country proud."
The Duke, who is president of the Football Association, added: "There is a fantastic buzz around the country. You are a true inspiration to all football fans, boys and girls, back home.
"Japan will be a tough team to beat but you are proving you are one of the best teams in the world and really making history.
"Enjoy the game. We all have every faith in you and thank you for giving us all another excuse to stay up late and watch more football! Best of luck. Go get 'em."
Rousing...
Image source, Getty ImagesPrince William met the England squad before they jetted out
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I wasn't crying then at that 1990 montage - I just had Sir Bobby Robson in my eyes...
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Join Jacqui Oatley and the team as live BBC One coverage starts now. You can watch at the top of the screen. Just press play.
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Image source, Alistair MagowanQuote MessageMeet the Augustines from Edmonton, guess which team they are supporting? Nicky (bottom right) is in bullish mood, opting for a 10-0 win for Japan. His brother, Alex, is more conservative with a 1-0 prediction. Quite quiet outside so far, with early ticket sales expected to reach 35,000. Capacity is 56,000 here.
Alistair Magowan, BBC Sport at Commonwealth Stadium, Edmonton
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To all England women: You have done our nation proud by reaching the semi-final. We all believe in you that you can reach the final. Remember to have PRIDE , PASSION AND BELIEF. Even if we don't make it to final still have your heads held high. Because you are all winners
Ish from Leicester
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If you're awake for the next few hours you can't miss England's game.
Online of course you are covered here, there is build-up to the game on BBC Radio 5 live from 23:30 BST while coverage on BBC One starts at 23:10 BST.
Sorry fans of 'The Met' but football is the only show in town tonight...
BBC Two liked women's football before you did...
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England's players look remarkably relaxed considering the occasion. Left-back Claire Rafferty grabs an intruding camera and plants a smacker right on the lens as the players take a last look around the stadium.
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Quote MessageThese are the 23 with the opportunity, they have to go to levels they have never been to before to get their country into a World Cup final. They need to be at their best today to win.
Mark Sampson, England boss
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Mark Sampson is not a man short of confidence and he gave the waiting Fifa cameras a wink as he marched off the team bus and down the tunnel.
Defender Alex Scott looks to be in charge of pre-game music, what do we reckon is on their playlist? Lose Yourself by Eminem followed by World in Motion would get my vote...
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Image source, BBC SportQuote MessagePacked media room here in the bowels of the stadium, easily the busiest so far as you might expect for a World Cup semi-final. I'd guess that about 80% are from Japanese media, with about 10% from England. TV audiences have reached over 10m for Japanese games during this tournament, and with kick-off in Tokyo at 9am, they are sure to get another bumper audience for this match.
Alistair Magowan, BBC Sport at Commonwealth Stadium
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Image source, Getty ImagesWill she change her name to 'Lucy Gold' if England win World Cup and can she continue her goalscoring run against Japan?
England defender Lucy Bronze has been answering your questions on the Match of the Day Facebook page.
You can watch the Q&A by clicking on this link., external
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Quote MessageEngland boss Mark Sampson makes one change to the side which beat Canada in the quarter-final. Toni Duggan comes into replace Karen Carney, with Jodie Taylor remaining up top. Expect a 4-5-1 in defence, with Duggan and Jill Scott springing forward to support the lone striker. Goalkeeper Karen Bardsley is fine after an allergic reaction in the last round. Watch out for former Chelsea striker Yuki Ogimi in the Japan side.
Alistair Magowan, BBC Sport at Commonwealth Stadium