England book semi-final berth with Norway thumping

England cruised into a second consecutive FIFA Women's World Cup semi-final courtesy of a dominant 3-0 win over Norway on Friday (AEST).

England goalkeeper Karen Bardsley (1) makes a save against the Norway during a quarterfinal match in the FIFA Women's World Cup France 2019 Source: AAP / Michael Nigro

After the unsavoury narrative surrounding England's ill-tempered last-16 win over Cameroon, the focus was back on football in the quarter-finals and, with defenders Steph Houghton and Millie Bright fit to start, Phil Neville's side controlled proceedings.

Jill Scott netted in a third different World Cup to put the Lionesses ahead, before Ellen White scored her sixth finals goal – the most ever for an England player – and fifth of this tournament.

The irrepressible Lucy Bronze added a brilliant third and England were able to take their foot off the pedal for the final 30 minutes, running out comfortable winners even with Nikita Parris missing a late penalty.

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