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Boxpark sold 2,500 tickets were rapidly sold across their sites in Wembley, Shoreditch and Croydon following England’s 3-1 win over Australia on Wednesday (August 16).
A fan zone at Boxpark Croydon turned into an impromptu dance floor as the Lionesses confirmed their place in the final, knocking out the host nation.
The only person who seemed to be sitting down when the final whistle was heard at the south London venue was a lone Australian at the front of the zone.
Lionesses fans put children on their shoulders, danced on tables and sang football hits following the historic victory.
Draped in a Union flag and wearing a matching bow, Alison Symonds-Tayler, 65, said: “We deserved to win. I think we dominated throughout the match and it was very exciting.
“I just think the girls did really well. Both teams did really well. There was a fantastic atmosphere. Boxpark did a great job.
“I feel sorry for the Matildas because I have Australian family but I think the best team won today. I think it’s great to have women’s sport get the credit it deserves.”
A young England fan who also watched the game at Boxpark Croydon said it would be “amazing for all upcoming footballers” if the Lionesses win the World Cup.
Emily Bowen, 15, who had painted a St George’s flag on her face using red glitter, said: “I was actually ecstatic when the full-time whistle went. The click of reality, we’re through to a World Cup final.
“After Australia equalised it was a bit nervy they were going to come back but (the Lionesses) stayed strong… I’m buzzing.
“We went out to France for the 2019 World Cup and then all of the Euros games last year we were at. I try to follow them everywhere and anywhere.”
The Lionesses will now play Spain on Sunday in an…
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