Ranked sixth in the world – its highest ranking ever – England has high hopes for this year’s World Cup. With eight new players and eight three-time veterans, the Lionesses are looking to win the competition by playing each match like it’s their last. Winning the Cyprus Cup back in March surely helps the ambition, determination, and attitude for these hard-working athletes. Without further ado, here is the team (and the photos) you’ve been waiting for!
 
GOALKEEPERS
 
 Karen Bardsley, Manchester City
Karen Bardsley, Manchester City
 
 Siobhan Chamberlain, Arsenal
Siobhan Chamberlain, Arsenal
 
 Carly Telford, Notts County
Carly Telford, Notts County
 
DEFENDERS
 
 Laura Bassett, Notts County
Laura Bassett, Notts County
 
 Lucy Bronze, Manchester City
Lucy Bronze, Manchester City
 
 Alex Greenwood, Notts County
Alex Greenwood, Notts County
 
 Steph Houghton, Manchester City
Steph Houghton, Manchester City
 
 Claire Rafferty, Chelsea
Claire Rafferty, Chelsea
 
 Alex Scott, Arsenal
Alex Scott, Arsenal
 
 Casey Stoney, Arsenal
Casey Stoney, Arsenal
 
MIDFIELDERS
 
 Katie Chapman, Chelsea
Katie Chapman, Chelsea
 
 Jade Moore, Birmingham City
Jade Moore, Birmingham City
 
 Jordan Nobbs, Arsenal
Jordan Nobbs, Arsenal
 
 Jo Potter, Birmingham City
Jo Potter, Birmingham City
 
 Jill Scott, Manchester City
Jill Scott, Manchester City
 
 Fara Williams, Liverpool
Fara Williams, Liverpool
 
FORWARDS
 
 Eniola Aluko, Chelsea
Eniola Aluko, Chelsea
 
 Karen Carney, Birmingham City
Karen Carney, Birmingham City
 
 Toni Duggan, Manchester City
Toni Duggan, Manchester City
 
 Fran Kirby, Reading
Fran Kirby, Reading
 
 Lianne Sanderson, Arsenal
Lianne Sanderson, Arsenal
 
 Jodie Taylor, Portland Thorns
Jodie Taylor, Portland Thorns
 
 Ellen White, Notts County
Ellen White, Notts County
 
Now, I’m not too privy on the English national team, but if they play as good as they look then we are in for one heck of a good time! Please let us know how you think England will place in the comments.