Wednesday briefing: How the World Cup took women’s football to another level

In today's newsletter: England and Australia meet in the World Cup semi-finals today, in another landmark moment in a tournament making history

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Good morning. The Lionesses' World Cup campaign reaches fever pitch today as they face co-host nation Australia, or the Matildas, in the semi-finals in Sydney. The winner of today's match will secure a place in the final against Spain.

Regardless of who wins, the stage is set for history to be made. Neither Spain, England, nor Australia have competed in a World Cup final, let alone won the trophy. It's been an extraordinary tournament in a competition that has been dominated by the USA for decades; and a healthy sign for the women's game as it continues its remarkable growth.