Spain will be crowned champions in the FIFA Women’s World Cup in 2023, defeating England in Australia

In the final of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023, played on Sunday in Sydney, the Spanish women’s team made history by defeating the English women’s team 1-0.

In the thrilling final between La Roja and the Lionesses, Olga Carmona, the captain of Spain, scored in the first half that ultimately made the difference.

The teams entering unfamiliar terrain began their summit match on an equal keel as the finalists attempted to overcome their jitters before the big day.

Early in the game, Spain settled down and attempted to maintain possession as they controlled the ball. However, England attempted to play out from the back at times and came close to taking the lead in the game’s 15th minute when Lauren Hemp’s left-footed attempt, which was the result of a skillful pass from Rachel Daly, deflected against the crossbar and back into play.

At the opposite end, Spain almost immediately had an opportunity when a dangerous cross was sent. However, English goalkeeper Mary Earps stopped Alba Redonda’s first-time effort from going in.

In the 28th minute of play, Spain took the lead when captain Carmona’s left-footed shot from within the box found the back of the goal after Mariona Caldentey had set her captain up.

The Spaniard who scored the lone goal that gave Spain the 2010 FIFA World Cup victory against The Netherlands celebrated her historic goal in a style reminiscent to Andreas Iniesta.

At halftime, Sarina Wiegman made a pair of substitutions, bringing on Lauren James in place of Alessio Russo and Choe Kelly in place of Daly.

With a stunning pass from the right wing into the path of the charging Hemp, who had timed her run perfectly, Kelly instantly made her presence known. Hemps’ shot missed the target, however, and Spain came out unscathed.

First substitution of the evening was made by Spanish manager Jorge Vilda, who replaced Alba Redonda with Oihane Hernandez.

When Spain appealed for a handball inside the box by the English defender in the 63rd minute, the referee was asked to check the VAR. Keira Walsh’s worst fear was realized when the referee pointed to the spot and gave La Roja a penalty for the punishable offense.

However, Earps once again saved the day by saving Jennifer Hermoso’s feeble penalty and giving the English challenge against the Spanish ladies new life.

With her left foot, Lauren James did well to get a shot off from a difficult angle, but Cata Coll, the Spanish goalkeeper, was there to tip the ball over the crossbar.

At the conclusion of normal 90, the fourth official gave the signal for 13 further minutes, which gave the English player and supporters some optimism.

Nevertheless, Spain was able to maintain their advantage and win the coveted trophy for the first time in the country’s history.