West Ham United Women defender Ria Bose completed a full 90 minutes for England's under-20 side in their final FIFA U20 Women's World Cup group match. The Young Lionesses lost 2-1 to Brazil at the Bielsko-Biala Stadium on Friday afternoon but still progressed to the round of 16.
Lily Dent gave England the lead just after the half-hour mark. Brazil responded with two late goals, including a winner deep into stoppage time, to finish the group stage with a perfect record. Canada's 6-0 victory over Tanzania meant England and Canada finished level on points and goal difference. Head coach Lydia Bedford's side advanced due to a superior team conduct score.
England will now face either China or Nigeria in the knockout round this Thursday, 17 September, back at the Bielsko-Biala Stadium. Bose's continued involvement in the tournament comes as her club side seeks to build momentum in the Women's Super League. West Ham United Women's most recent outing was a 2-1 victory over London City Lionesses on 12 September, with Viviane Asseyi scoring the decisive goal.
The original report is at whufc.com
