'Lionesses: Down Under' daily show announced for World Cup

For the first time since being crowned ‘Queen of the Jungle’, former England international Jill Scott MBE will be returning to Australia in July as co-host of Lionesses: Down Under, connected by EE, alongside TV presenter and media personality Kyle Walker.

The daily show will give fans across the world exclusive access to the England team, with news and updates from the squad throughout the duration of their tournament from Jill and sports presenter Kyle in the Lionesses' camp in Australia.

After the success of Lionesses Live, connected by EE, which aired throughout EURO 2022, we'll be taking fans on the Lionesses’ journey again this summer. The show will be aired every non-game day with all the latest news and reaction from the tournament, giving fans a variety of content including interviews with members of the squad and insights from behind the scenes.

The show will also include special guests across the tournament and a number of competitions and giveaways for fans back home to get involved in, as they watch the tournament unfold via our official England YouTube channel, EnglandFootball.com and social media platforms.

To kick-off the Women’s World Cup proceedings, a one-off departure show will air at 5.45pm BST on Wednesday 5 July to send the Lionesses off, with Kyle joined by Abbie McCarthy as the squad begin their journey to Australia.

The daily broadcasts from Australia will then start on Wednesday 19 July and will air every day at 12.30pm BST for the duration of England’s tournament, except on their matchdays.

“This is the first tournament since I retired, so I would have had FOMO (fear of missing out) if I wasn't out there, and if I hadn't been asked to do this show, I think I would have been out there as a fan," said Jill, who won 161 caps herself before retiring after being a part of the England squad who won the EUROs.

"It's a real honour to be presenting with Kyle and to have the chance to chat with the girls behind the scenes. Knowing their personalities and how much fun we had doing Lionesses Live, connected by EE last year, I’m hoping we can be that link to give fans the best experience of the tournament possible from the other side of the world.”

Matt Stevenson, head of group sponsorship, hospitality, ticketing and events at EE, added: “As lead partner of the Lionesses, EE is once again excited to collaborate with the FA to ensure England fans stay connected to the players during the tournament with Lionesses: Down Under.

"EE is committed to making football accessible to everyone, supporting the women’s game through initiatives encouraging growth through participation and coaching. During this one-of-a-kind show we're looking forward to sharing details on how other aspiring players and coaches can get involved with these initiatives.”