Summary

  • Result: England beat Brazil 4-2 on penalties to win first Women's Finalissima

  • FT: England 1-1 Brazil - Toone finished off fine team move to open scoring; Alves da Silva equalised after Earps spilled ball

  • Crowd of 83,132 watch first Women's Finalissima at Wembley

  • Lionesses extend unbeaten run to 30 matches

  1. Postpublished at 22:47 British Summer Time 6 April 2023

    Right, that's all from us as England add another trophy to the cabinet.

    They continue their World Cup preparations with a game against Australia on Tuesday, which should provide another different kind of test as they aim to make sure they are prepared for all types of opponents in their quest to become world champions.

    Until next time, goodbye.

    England celebrate with the Finalissima trophy.Image source, PA Media
  2. 'Why can't you enjoy the journey?'published at 22:46 British Summer Time 6 April 2023

    England win the Finalissima

    England

    Leah Williamson celebrates winning the Finalissima.Image source, Reuters

    England captain Leah Williamson speaking to ITV:

    "I was reminded by someone close to me to enjoy the moments. Why can't you enjoy it along the way?

    We work hard, we don't shy away, we give everything for England in this pursuit of this greater goal.

    The more we remember and feel in moments like this, that is what gives you the fire in your belly going into the summer.

    On aiming to win the World Cup: " Everyone has their eyes on it. Today was a little stop [on the way], in terms of what our [immediate] focus is on.

    But every time you win, it makes you want to win more."

  3. 'We found another way to win'published at 22:45 British Summer Time 6 April 2023

    England win the Finalissima

    England

    Leah Williamson consoles her clubmate Rafaelle Souza.Image source, reu

    England captain Leah Williamson speaking to ITV:

    "Equalisers like that make you think 'Oh if I had just done this or that [it wouldn't have gone in].

    But we didn't neccesarily not deserve to concede, Brazil were a lot better than we were in the second half.

    So maybe we got what we deserved and had to then finish the game off in a different way. But it is probably good to expose yourself to all these challenges.

    On how tough Brazil were in the second half: "I know a few of the girls have said it, we didn't come out in the way we should have [after half time]. We were rocky, complacent, not good on the ball.

    But a team like Brazil will take advantage of that. We did well not to concede earlier on. And then once we sorted ourselves out we dealt better with the counter attacks.

    But a team like Brazil, if you give them an inch they will take it."

  4. Postpublished at 22:43 British Summer Time 6 April 2023

    England win the Finalissima

    England

    Leah Williamson celebrates with Mary Earps.Image source, Reuters

    England captain Leah Williamson speaking to ITV:

    "Second half we weren't best pleased with our performance, but to win a penalty shootout at Wembley, it's not too bad is it? And taking a trophy home, is very good.

    I think it might be time to get a trophy cabinet!

    On the penalty shootout: "To be fair, when we looked at the list [of takers], we thought 'Those players are incredible for us". Mary, we know how good she is in goal. So actually I wasn't worried at all.

    We had a little conversation about it [the order of takers], but just to make sure everybody was good. I don't think anyone in this team would shy away. Everybody is reay to step up and take responsibility, and the execution was perfect. "

  5. England beat Brazil on penalties - reportpublished at 22:40 British Summer Time 6 April 2023

    .Image source, Getty Images

    Almost time for us to wrap things up here but before we go, here's Emma Sanders' report from Wembley.

  6. 'I have to pinch myself'published at 22:38 British Summer Time 6 April 2023

    England win the Finalissima

    Mary Earps holds the Finalissima trophyImage source, PA Media

    Mary Earps speaking to ITV on winning a penalty shootout: “I’m just relieved. That just sums up goalkeeping in five minutes. Disappointed with the goal, I would have preferred the clean sheet, I really wanted to make it up to the girls. We won and that’s the main thing.”

    On the challenges Brazil posed: “It was hard. They are very technical footballers. I was disappointed I didn’t save the first one. It’s good practise for the World Cup in the summer.”

    On the performance: "We played really well first half but we made it really difficult for ourselves in the second half. We didn’t keep the ball well, they changed tactically and really got in the game. Plenty to improve on.

    On her own journey: "It’s a bit mental. I just pinch myself. I feel so lucky to do what I love, I wouldn’t change it for the world, even when you have wobbles like tonight.

    "It’s just mad, considering where I have been. I am so pleased to be at this point, I love playing for my country."

    On inspiring young goalkeepers: "I’m here to inspire as many as possible and make goalkeeping as attractive as possible.

    "It is a great position."

  7. get involved

    Get Involvedpublished at 22:33 British Summer Time 6 April 2023

    #bbcfootball, via WhatsApp on 03301231826 or text 81111 (UK only, standard message rates apply)

    Was so pleased to see them get through a penalty shoot out. Perfect practise for a World Cup. These ladies always find a way to win and they are just a joy to watch. When Kelly stepped up.. there was only going to be one outcome. I'm seeing them in Brentford on Tuesday and really looking forward to it!

    Atie

  8. 'Lots of learning'published at 22:32 British Summer Time 6 April 2023

    England win the Finalissima

    Sarina Wiegman celebrates with one of her England players.Image source, EPA

    Sarina Wiegman on ITV on winning the Finalissima: “An incredible atmosphere again. That will never be normal for me. I think it was a great game, two different phases, first half and second half.

    “Great learning. Lots of learning from us in preparation for the World Cup.

    “The learning thing is nice but we really wanted to win this want too.”

    On practising penalties: "This week we didn’t have the opportunity a lot. We practiced yesterday and before the Euros we practiced a lot. We just repeated it yesterday in case. We knew what to do and we did good."

    On adjusting to Brazil’s tactics: "Brazil played two different formations. In the first half we played very well. I think we should have scored a couple of more goals.

    "Then Brazil switched to 4-4-2 because that’s what they’re used to. They pressed a lot higher and we had a lot of problems to get out of their press. That was a struggle.

    "It’s good for us."

    On going 30 matches unbeaten: “I feel privileged. I’m very happy working here. Such an incredible group. The team is so committed, they want to learn every day.

    On whether she is happy where the team are ahead of the World Cup: "I'm happy. I think the first half was really good but we were challenged a lot in possession in the second half. I am happy, it is good that we have this information. We will take it from here, we have a game on Tuesday and then we will be ready."

  9. 'A good challenge'published at 22:30 British Summer Time 6 April 2023

    England win the Finalissima

    Karen Carney
    Former England midfielder on ITV

    It was a good challenge tactically for England tonight.

    I don’t think we have had that since Spain in the Euros.

  10. Postpublished at 22:29 British Summer Time 6 April 2023

    England win the Finalissima

    Anna Thompson
    BBC Sport at Wembley

    The presentation stage has already been packed away and the clean-up of the ticker tape covering the pitch is under way too.

    The England players milled around for a good while and had photos taken with the trophy before disappearing down the tunnel for media duties.

    Mary Earps was the last England player off the pitch.

    They have their eyes on a bigger prize this summer of course, but this England team just love winning and celebrating with the fans.

  11. A nice habit to havepublished at 22:26 British Summer Time 6 April 2023

    England win the Finalissima

    England are getting really good at this trophy lift lark.

    .Image source, Getty Images
    .Image source, Getty Images
    .Image source, Getty Images
    .Image source, Getty Images
  12. Postpublished at 22:24 British Summer Time 6 April 2023

    England win the Finalissima

    Karen Bardsley
    Former England and Manchester City goalkeeper on BBC Radio 5 Live

    It's huge testament to Mary Earps' personality and character.

    She would have obviously been massively disappointed with that mistake [for the Brazil equaliser].

    And to be able to put it right and take control [in the shootout], says a lot about her and her preparation.

    You can tell the team has a lot of faith in her.

  13. Postpublished at 22:22 British Summer Time 6 April 2023

    England win the Finalissima

    .Image source, Getty Images

    What a performance.

  14. Postpublished at 22:19 British Summer Time 6 April 2023

    England win the Finalissima

    Izzy Christiansen
    Everton and England midfielder on BBC Radio 5 Live

    I did think, 'Can Mary Earps recover from that mistake and perform in a penalty shootout?'

    Absolutely. Another box ticked.

    Mary Earps holds the Finalissima trophy.Image source, Getty Images
  15. Postpublished at 22:15 British Summer Time 6 April 2023

    England win the Finalissima

    No-one is in a rush to leave Wembley. The supporters applaud the England players as they walk around the pitch showing off their latest bit of silverware.

    I feel like the crowd are also enjoying the Wembley playlist too, getting them right in the Bank Holiday weekend mood.

  16. 'If Brazil were more ruthless they would have won'published at 22:13 British Summer Time 6 April 2023

    England win the Finalissima

    Ian Wright
    Former England striker on ITV

    We know how good we are. We’ve seen how good we can be.

    You start putting that pressure on and we don’t cope with it very well. That’s something we need to learn from.

    If Brazil were more ruthless they would have beat us.

    Brazil captain Rafaelle walks sadly past the trophy after losing the Finalissima.Image source, Reuters
    A defeated Brazil watch on as England celebrate their victory.Image source, Getty Images
  17. 'England exposed defensively'published at 22:11 British Summer Time 6 April 2023

    England win the Finalissima

    Emma Hayes
    Chelsea Women manager on ITV

    Tonight tested England, more so than any game since the Euros.

    They've come through it in flying colours, particularly in the penalty shootout.

    It's the perfect time for them to be exposed defensively and I think they are going to have to work on that.

  18. get involved

    Get Involvedpublished at 22:10 British Summer Time 6 April 2023

    #bbcfootball, via WhatsApp on 03301231826 or text 81111 (UK only, standard message rates apply)

    Well done ladies, exactly what we asked for. Now, bring on Australia and New Zealand!!

    From Taj in Northampton

  19. Postpublished at 22:09 British Summer Time 6 April 2023

    England win the Finalissima

    Izzy Christiansen
    Everton and England midfielder on BBC Radio 5 Live

    The majority of this stadium are still here waiting to see England lift this trophy, because they absolutely love the Lionesses.

    Winning and lifting trophies is starting to become a habit.

  20. Postpublished at 22:09 British Summer Time 6 April 2023

    England win the Finalissima

    Medals received, it is onto the podium to lift another trophy at Wembley.

    Leah Williamson and Mary Earps are the two to hold it in the air as fireworks blast around them, prompting a huge roar from the England fans.

    Cracking atmosphere.

    England captain Leah Williamson lifts the Finalissima trophy aloft.Image source, Getty Images