Lion judges! England Women take in Wimbledon from the Royal Box on Centre Court after World Cup heroics as Phil Neville is joined by stars from his squad to watch Serena Williams
- England Women impressed at the World Cup, reaching the semi-final stage
- They returned to the UK this week and have gathered to take in action in SW19
- Lionesses saw Serena Williams take on Alison Riske during a quarter-final
After their impressive performance at the Women’s World Cup this summer, it is fair to say England deserve the royal treatment.
And that is just what they received on Tuesday as a group of the players and manager Phil Neville were welcomed into the Royal Box to take in the action from Centre Court.
They witnessed Serena Williams take on Alison Riske, with Jo Konta and Andy Murray in action later on in the day.
England Women were invited into the Royal Box on Centre Court to take in Wimbledon
Toni Duggan, Karen Carney and Phil Neville (left to right) could be seen sharing a joke
Lucy Staniforth, Jill Scott and Leah Williamson (left to right) were deep in conversation
Wimbledon’s Twitter account posted a group shot of the Lionesses, with Neville on the right beside Baroness Sue Campbell
Lucy Staniforth, Jill Scott and Leah Williamson could all be seen in conversation.
Neville also shared a joke with Toni Duggan and Karen Carney as they settled into their seats for the action.
Georgia Stanway also attended the day out at the All England Tennis Club as they relaxed after a hectic summer.
England Women were one of the most impressive teams at this summer’s World Cup in France, reaching the semi-final stage.
Georgia Stanway was also in attendance with the England stars on Tuesday afternoon
The Lionesses reached the semi-final stage of the World Cup before being knocked out
They faced the United States, losing 2-1 to the eventual winners of the competition as captain Steph Houghton saw a late penalty saved.
The Lionesses also lost in the third-fourth play-off against Sweden.
Star Lucy Bronze recently praised Neville’s efforts as manager while admitting he is not the finished article: ‘Phil’s said himself he’s not the best coach with the best tactics.
‘But he’s won over the doubters from the moment he stepped in.
‘He’s wanted to create relationships with the players, fans and staff and he’s really done that. That’s helped us drive on at this tournament and become a better team.’
Neville turns in his seat to speak to other members of his squad in Scott and Williamson
Carney and Scott being shown to their seats as they receive the royal treatment at Wimbledon
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