Stanway's goals help England complete Greece rout
Georgia Stanway scored in both legs as England beat Greece 5-0 to advance 8-1 on aggregate in Women's World Cup qualifying. Manager Sarina Wiegman praised Stanway's tenacity and attacking drive, calling her a warrior. Stanway has been England's top scorer this season and has netted 11 goals in her last 11 internationals.
Georgia Stanway found the net in both meetings with Greece, helping England secure a 5-0 home win and an 8-1 aggregate result. That sent the Lionesses into the second round of the Women's World Cup qualifying play-offs. The 27-year-old Arsenal midfielder ended the season as England's leading scorer and has struck 11 times across her past 11 international appearances.
In Leicester, Stanway recorded one goal, four attempts, a 90% pass completion rate and won every tackle, while another finish was disallowed for offside. She also shifted to a wider right role after midfield adjustments that included debutant Lexi Potter, with Lauren James operating as the number 10.
England's comfortable qualification and Stanway's scoring run may raise the profile of women's football, giving existing supporters a positive moment and possibly drawing casual viewers. Young players, particularly girls, could see a versatile, hard-working midfielder as a relatable model. Clubs and coaches may also highlight her adaptability across roles. The wider impact is likely modest, but such performances can help sustain interest, sponsorship attention and participation in the women's game.