Entertainment world react after Lionesses lose World Cup final to Spain

Figures from the entertainment and music world have been sharing their reaction after England’s Lionesses lost the World Cup final to Spain.The Euro 2022 champions were beaten 1-0 in Sydney after captain Olga Carmona scored the winner past goalkeeper Mary Earps. Earps also saved a penalty to deny Jenni Hermoso a second goal but England couldn’t find an equaliser. Advertisement Reacting to the defeat Simply Red wrote: “Congratulations Spain. Best team on this day.” Ahead of the game the band also said: “The England Women’s team represent the country I wanna be part of,” before taking a dig at the Tories and Rishi Sunak for not attending the final. Congratulations Spain. Best team on this day. #WorldCupFinal — Simply Red ❤️ (@SimplyRedHQ) August 20, 2023 The Prime Minister meanwhile said the country was “incredibly proud” of the team. He added: “You left absolutely nothing out there @Lionesses. It wasn’t to be, but you’ve already secured your legacy as game changers. We are all incredibly proud of you.” Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer also praised the Lionesses. Advertisement He wrote: “Heartbreaking. So proud of the England team who inspired the whole country. This is just the beginning for the @Lionesses.” You left absolutely nothing out there @Lionesses. It wasn't to be, but you've already secured your legacy as game changers. We are all incredibly proud of you.