THE LIONESSES were roared to glory last year, as England was gripped by Euro fever- but this summer's World Cup will be completely different.
England will be as far from home as possible when they head to Australia and New Zealand in a bid to become world champions.
It would appear a daunting prospect after England were backed by such strong home support on their way to winning Euro 2022, but captain Leah Williamson believes it could be an advantage.
The pressure is on the Lionesses to deliver and win England's first-ever women's World Cup, and being on the other side of the globe will allow them to block out any noise.
"It is nice for us," Arsenal star Williamson tells Standard Sport. "You have got to think, home Euros, it was kind of Covid.
"Coming out of that stage, there is a lot to be had from going somewhere new, a new environment and feeling fresh in that sense.
"You really will be in a little bubble - for good and bad. One hundred per cent that could be a lot easier."
Last summer was a landmark moment for women's football in England, as the Lionesses captured the hearts of the nation.
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