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Beth Lindop

Sarina Wiegman praises 'big talent' Lauren James and makes England World Cup admission

Sarina Wiegman has dubbed Chelsea's Lauren James as a "big, big talent" after the winger played an instrumental role in helping England to retain the Arnold Clark Cup.

The Lionesses thumped Belgium 6-1 at Bristol's Ashton Gate on Wednesday night to make it three wins from three in this year's tournament. A stunning piece of skill from James led to England's opener; Chloe Kelly bundling the ball home before adding to her tally in the second half to claim the competition's Golden Boot.

Captain Leah Williamson also bagged a brace, with Lucy Bronze on target and midfielder Julie Biesmans diverting the ball into her own net to further compound Belgium's misery. While not on the scoresheet, James stole the show with another electrifying display down the right flank and was subsequently named Player of the Tournament, having already impressed against South Korea and Belgium.

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