An historic triumph during the summer ensured it was a year to remember for England’s Lionesses – but the men’s team were unable to make it a double as 2022 drew to a close.
Expectation on the women’s side was considerable entering July’s home European Championship, with the side having been in impressive, unbeaten form since boss Sarina Wiegman, a champion at the previous edition with her native Netherlands, had taken charge the previous September.
