Bassett own goal as tries to clear cross
Defender distraught after full-time whistle
Rafferty & Duggan struck Japan crossbar
Japan will face USA in final, Monday 00:00 BST
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Japan have the best passing accuracy of all teams to take part in the World Cup (82%), while England have the third worst (62.9%). England completed just 46.8% of their passes against Canada, the lowest figure posted at the tournament by any nation.
Men or women, the story is often the same...
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Rachel Brown-Finnis
Former England goalkeeper
Quote MessageThe togetherness in the England squad is something that has been transformed under Mark Sampson. He has created a real unit and that for me is the most phenomenal change that will bring success.
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Image source, APWhat a start! Brilliant from Jodie Taylor, who flicks the ball on and then tries her arm from 25 yards, a dipping strike which has goalkeeper Ayumi Kaihori seriously worried but the ball drifts just wide! England almost in dreamland.
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The semi-final is go!
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Unfortunately there are a lot of empty seats at the Commonwealth Stadium. Steph Houghton gets her team-mates in a huddle. I picked out the phrase 'for the women's game' in her speech. Legacy girls, legacy...
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After the call to the England team from Prince William...
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Japan Ladies : Kaihori, Ariyoshi, Iwashimizu, Kumagai, Sameshima, Kawasumi, Utsugi, Sakaguchi, Miyama, Ohno, Ogimi. Subs: Fukumoto, Yamane, Kinga, Sawa, Kamionobe, Tanaka, Sugasawa, Iwabuchi, Kawamura, Nagasato, Kitahara.
England Ladies: Bardsley, Bronze, Houghton, Bassett, Rafferty, Moore, Williams, Jill Scott, Taylor, Chapman, Duggan. Subs : Chamberlain, Telford, Alex Scott, Nobbs, Aluko, Carney, Greenwood, Stoney, Potter, Sanderson, Kirby, White.
Referee : Anna-Marie Keighley (New Zealand)
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Rachel Brown-Finnis
Former England goalkeeper on BBC Radio 5 live
Quote MessageSteph Houghton has really grown into the role of England captain. It was put on her at a young age but she has shown she is a real leader.
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At least 9/10 for effort for England during the anthem. A cracking rendition with plenty of smiles on faces. Nerves? You wouldn't guess it. Toni Duggan and boss Mark Sampson are loving this. It's refreshing to see.
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...that includes you at home...
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Image source, EPAQuote MessageBoth teams play different styles of football, you expect Japan to keep possession and make England work. England have to remain disciplined and I think where they can do well today is on set-pieces because they have got set-piece specialists.
Sue Smith, Former England midfielder in Edmonton
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There is a definite size advantage in England's favour. Hit Jill Scott - that's what I say. Possession is over-rated.
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Stacy Phillips:, external I've napped, I've got my brew, and I'm pumped up for this game. C'mon you Lionesses. The whole of England is behind you.
JavelBleach:, external Lionesses can't afford to "play safe"/defensive like v. France. They're BETTER than Japan & they need to believe it.
Richard Poole:, external Watching from the outer banks in North Carolina, USA. We have to win so we play the USA. I need bragging rights. Go England.
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Quote MessageJodie Taylor had surgery on her knee just before the World Cup and now she is scoring in the tournament. She is an honest player and works hard. Her hold up play is good and she hassles defenders. She is a very intelligent centre-forward, which is what you need in that sole role up front.
Natasha Dowie, Liverpool Ladies striker
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Well, not quite the pinnacle Sue but we get your drift.
PLAYERS IN THE TUNNEL ALERT. Steph Houghton leads England out as the officials check the players for jewellery. Here we go...
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Quote MessageIt’s the pinnacle of any player's career to play in a World Cup semi-final, this is what dreams are made of and these girls now believe that they can win it.
Sue Smith, Former England midfielder in Edmonton
Quote MessageHad an interesting chat with Lucy Bronze while doing a Q&A yesterday. She said she doesn’t want to score any more goals following her heroics against Canada and Norway, and would prefer to concentrate on defending. She’s not a big fan of the spotlight, but you can’t help feel that the 23-year-old has more to give in an attacking sense and the force is with her in Canada.
Alistair Magowan, BBC Sport at Commonwealth Stadium
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Faye White is buzzing. We're buzzing. You're buzzing.
If England start like they did against Canada Jonathan Pearce may implode...
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Quote MessageThis is huge. It has blown me away. I'm usually on the inside but I have got to see it from the outside and they are on the front and back pages. It means young girls can see the progression this team has made. This is one of those games you want to take in your stride. It is about being in the best shape. They have gained momentum as the tournament went on.
Faye White, Former England defender
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Quote MessageEngland always finish their warm-up with a few sprints, lined-up along with half-way line with Mark Sampson watching them front on. It’s like a scene from an army battalion with the general seeing who’s ready for the fight. As the players retreat to the dressing room, Sampson then remains on the pitch, alone with his thoughts. Interesting to watch such a unique routine.
Alistair Magowan, BBC Sport at Commonwealth Stadium, Edmonton
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