England U23s beat Sweden 3-0 to win European Competition

England Women’s Under-23 team won the European Competition after a 3-0 victory over Sweden Women’s Under-23 team.

Isobel Goodwin, Hannah Silcock and Olivia McLoughlin scored the goals.

England went ahead early with two goals in the opening nine minutes and stayed in control. The third came shortly after half-time, with Lenna Gunning-Williams setting up McLoughlin.

After losing 5-0 to Germany in their opening game, England recovered to reach the final, winning four matches in a row, including against the Netherlands in the semi-final.

Chloe Sarwie impressed again after her performance in the previous round.

It’s the first success for head coach Lydia Bedford, who only took charge last month.