Ian Wright issued a passionate plea for England 's Euro 2022 heroics not to be lost on future generations after the Lionesses thrashed Sweden 4-0 to reach Sunday's final.
Sarina Wiegman's side cruised to victory in their semi-final at Bramall Lane on Wednesday and booked their place in the showpiece at Wembley against France or Germany. Beth Mead, Lucy Bronze, Alessia Russo and Fran Kirby all got on the scoresheet to leave Wright feeling "as proud as I've ever felt of any England side" and put themselves 90 minutes away from glory on home soil.
Amid the jubilant scenes in Sheffield after full-time, the Arsenal legend urged those in charge of the English game to ensure that the tournament, which has captured the nation, is given a lasting legacy - unlike the 2012 Olympic Games. "Whatever happens in the final now, if girls are not allowed to play football in their PE - just like the boys can - what are we doing?" Wright asked on the BBC post-match.
