England will play Nigeria in the next round of the Women’s World Cup after beating China 6-1 in their final group E match.
The result means that the Lionesses have topped the group ahead of Denmark and will play the Super Falcons, who came second in group B.
Sarina Wiegman‘s side impressed against China on Tuesday but will need to be at their best again against the west African side, who have already sprung a surprise in defeating host nation Australia.
Here are the key details of the Lionesses next World Cup match.
When is England’s next match?
The Lionesses will play Nigeria on Monday, August 7, at 8.30am - UK time.
The game will be played at Lang Park in Brisbane.
Other places in the knock-out stages are still up for grabs with the second round beginning on Saturday, August 5.
BBC One and BBC iPlayer will England’s round-of-16 game.
Who will England play?
Nigeria have impressed at the 2023 World Cup, drawing 0-0 with fancied Canada, defeating hosts Australia 3-2 and then sealing qualification with a 0-0 draw with Ireland.
Midfielder Toni Payne has been a key player for Nigeria and has looked threatening. The 28-year-old offers versatility and can be used as a striker if called upon.
Nigeria are managed by experienced American coach Randy Waldrum while their captain is Chiamaka Nnadozie, the influential goalkeeper.
Who is in England’s World Cup squad?
The goalkeepers are Mary Earps (Manchester United), Hannah Hampton (Aston Villa), and Ellie Roebuck (Manchester City).
Defenders are Millie Bright (Chelsea), Lucy Bronze (Barcelona), Jess Carter (Chelsea), Niamh Charles (Chelsea), Alex Greenwood (Manchester City), Esme Morgan (Manchester City), and Lotte Wubben-Moy (Arsenal).
Midfielders are Laura Coombs (Manchester City), Jordan Nobbs (Aston Villa), Georgia Stanway (Bayern Munich), Ella Toone (Manchester United), Keira Walsh (Barcelona), and Katie Zelem (Manchester United).
Forwards are Rachel Daly (Aston Villa), Bethany England (Tottenham Hotspur), Lauren Hemp (Manchester City), Lauren James (Chelsea), Chloe Kelly (Manchester City), Katie Robinson (Brighton & Hove Albion), Alessia Russo (Manchester United).
