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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Rachel Steinberg

England striker Alessia Russo pleased to make the most of her ‘moment’

PA Wire

Alessia Russo was thrilled to open her World Cup account as England’s attack came alive in their 6-1 victory over China to conclude the group stage.

The 24-year-old, who joined Arsenal on a free transfer from Manchester United last month, has been boss Sarina Wiegman’s first-choice centre-forward so far this tournament to fill the void left by retired striker Ellen White.

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