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Steph Houghton believes England can do ‘something special’ in France

ENGLAND captain Steph Houghton believes this side is heading to France wanting to “go and win,” which would do wonders for the game in England.

Part of the side that fell dramatically in the World Cup semi-finals in 2015, Houghton then led England to the SheBelieves Cup in March.

That led to fans and journalists believing this iteration of England have what it takes to go all the way next month, and the defender agrees.

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