Germany Women

England made history on Saturday, securing their best World Cup finish with a maiden victory over Germany.

Germany and Norway enjoyed comfortable wins at the Women's World Cup on Sunday.

A delighted Silvia Neid reacted to Germany's gold in women's football by saying: "It is a dream come true. I am going to dance and sing."

Dzsenifer Marozsan scored Germany's opener and fired in the free-kick that led to their second as Sweden were beaten in the Maracana.

Nadine Angerer Brisbane Roar coach Mike Mulvey says Nadine Angerer's success in claiming the FIFA women's player of the year is a boost to the whole club.

England Women

Wang Lisi was the hero for China, as two Asian nations triumphed in Canada, while New Zealand kept the host nation quiet.

England Women

Carli Lloyd United States penalty hero Carli Lloyd spent months honing her skills for the moment that sent them on the way to the World Cup final.