England midfielder Katie Zelem says she is hopeful the Lionesses will still be able to connect with their fans back home this summer, despite contesting the Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.
Last year, more than 87,000 spectators watched on inside Wembley Stadium as England triumphed over Germany to lift the Euro 2022 trophy, setting a new record for a women's international game in Europe. The incredible home support throughout the tournament played a huge role in the Lionesses' journey to the final, though it will be a very different story when Sarina Wiegman's side take to the field against Haiti for their opening group stage game in Brisbane on July 22.
But, despite being thousands of miles away from home, Zelem is confident the Lionesses will still be able to benefit from the support of their fans back in England.
