6 - 1 against China. 2 - 1 against Colombia. 3 - 1 against Australia. It was a dream build up to the World Cup final for the Lionesses. But the wait for a victory goes on.

There were moments of glory in the final showdown against Spain. Lauren Hemp took a shot at goal as the match got underway. Goalkeeper Mary Earps stuck out her tongue in celebration after saving a crucial penaltyWhen a football player is allowed to take a shot at goal while it is defended only by the other team's goalkeeper. A penalty is often given after the opponent breaks the rules. . But the decisive moment went in Spain's favour: a single goal in the first half, slotted into the back of the net by their captain Olga Carmona, from which the Lionesses never recovered. For England fans, football is not coming home in 2023.

One thing is not in doubt: the Lionesses have been a force to be reckoned with this summer. And win or lose, the match was also a major moment for women's football in England. The Lionesses have already inspired a new generation of players with their series of victories. They have become both icons and role models to young people throughout the country. 

Lioness Alessia Russo has opened up about her struggle with weight loss during the pandemic. She has started a conversation that could help millions. Research from the organisation Women in Sport found that many teenage girls are particularly concerned about their body image when it comes to sport: 45% feel they don't have the right body shape; 65% don't like others watching them and 61% feel that others judge them. 

The Lionesses had a chance to make history on Sunday, and they were determined to do so. They had two things that were of the utmost importance to any professional athletes - the talent and the belief to win.

But even though their bid to win England's first senior World Cup since 1966 failed, the Lionesses already made a huge impact on women's football in England. They have shown that women can compete at the highest level, and they have inspired a new generation of players.

And is winning what really matters anyway? Losing, some claim, teaches us much more.

Losing can teach us how to deal with disappointment, how to work hard even when things are tough and how to be resilientTough or able to cope with difficulty. . Experts say losing can also help us to appreciate winning more.

In the case of the Lionesses, there is no doubt that England's winning streak has provided women's football with a major boost in the country. But losing, some supporters say, means that at the next tournament, England's fans will only be more passionate for success.

Yes: Losing can be a difficult experience, but it can also be a valuable learning opportunity. When you lose, you are forced to confront your weaknesses and areas for improvement.

No: Winning gives you a sense of accomplishment and confidence, which can help you to achieve even greater things in the future.

Or: Both winning and losing are valuable learning experiences. If you win, you will learn your strengths and gain a powerful sense of accomplishment. If you lose, you will learn about the importance of resilience.