Proper England? Maybe, but the Lionesses legacy can be something completely new | Emma John

Beyond the dated stereotypes, England’s sporting identity is now fluid and up for debate, and the Lionesses’ durability can help shape itYou can understand why the Lionesses needed a new catchphrase. Three years ago, when they won the Euros at Wembley, they effectively retired: “It’s coming home.” So this tournament it’s all been about “proper England”, a mantra so versatile you can use it for just about anything that’s taken place during their Euro 2025 campaign.Georgia Stanway drills one in from the edge of the penalty area? Proper England. Hannah Hampton makes a save with a bloodied wad up her nose? Proper England. Leah Williamson launches a Blue Peter badge? That’s proper England, that is. Continue reading...

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