James gives Sarina Wiegman’s side lift-off as stunning victory against the Netherlands puts the rest of Europe on alert

Andries Jonker vowed to prove his team are still one of the best in women's football despite their crushing 4-0 defeat by England at Euro 2025 on Wednesday that left them on the brink of elimination.

Follow live reaction to England’s morale-boosting 4-0 victory over the Netherlands, with Lauren James scoring twice

The Lionesses brought a new mentality, and thrived by playing Lauren James out wide and switching their midfield, to not just stay alive but lay down a statement

England has got the defense of its Women’s European Championship title firmly back on track with a 4-0 win over the Netherlands, thanks to a Lauren James double.

The marquee matchup, which France won 2-1, drew 690,000 viewers, a 329% spike from the previous group stage average.

The Netherlands, who won the tournament in 2017, will progress if they beat England and France avoid defeat by Wales. France will be through if they beat Wales and England fail to beat the Netherlands. Defending champions England will be out if they lose to the Netherlands and France are not beaten by Wales.

England had some royal encouragement at the Women’s European Championship on Wednesday with Prince William in the crowd to watch the Lionesses in their crucial match against the Netherlands.