Lauren James was a key player for England in the UEFA Women's Euro 2025 campaign, which resulted in a stunning win against Spain in Switzerland on Sunday

England’s winning goalscorer came on at half-time after Chelsea forward James was withdrawn with an injury, which she suffered just before the break and forced a stoppage in play from Aitana Bonmati.

Lauren James is more than a rising soccer star, she's rewriting the game with flair, resilience, and raw talent, both on and off the pitch. Here's a closer look at her journey.