Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is among those cheering on the Lionesses in the Women’s World Cup final today (August 20).

England will take on Spain with the hopes of bringing football home - and the World Cup trophy.

The women’s team has been supported by the whole country during their World Cup run including the Prime Minister and Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer.

Sunak has told the Lionesses that the “whole nation is rooting for you” as they prepare for today’s match.

In a letter, he wished England boss Sarina Wiegman and her players good luck for the final, telling them: “You’ve made us all proud.”

When did England last win a World Cup?

The Lionesses playing in a World Cup final means a senior England side could be crowned world champions for the first time since the men’s team triumphed in 1966.

Today’s game is the first time either a men’s or women’s England team has played in a World Cup final since Bobby Moore lifted the trophy at Wembley 57 years ago.

While Mr Sunak won’t be watching the match in person in Australia, Foreign Secretary James Cleverly and Culture Secretary Lucy Frazer will represent the UK Government as they watch the action unfold in Sydney.

Rishi Sunak wishes England's Lionesses ‘the best of luck’ in a letter

In the letter addressed to “Sarina and all our Lionesses”, Rishi Sunak said: “On behalf of the entire country, I want to wish you the best of luck against Spain in the World Cup final!

“Once again, this summer, you’ve made us all proud.

“From beating the Aussies in their own backyard to winning that penalty shoot-out, you have inspired us with your skill, teamwork and courage.

“This weekend, like millions of others, I will be watching and cheering you on.

“But whatever the result, I want you to know that you have already secured a lasting legacy: that every girl in this country will have equal access to all school sport, including football.”

He also praised the Lionesses for using their Women’s Euros win last year as a springboard to lobby for better access for women and girls to play sport, highlighting how the finalists had “faced down outdated attitudes” and that their international careers had been “earned against the odds”.

Mr Sunak, a Southampton FC supporter, continued: “For my daughters, and for every girl in this country, you have made football something for them; you have made them feel they belong on the pitch.

“So – in a way – you’ve already brought football home.

“All that remains is to bring the trophy home too — and the whole nation is rooting for you. Thank you – and good luck!”

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer backs the Lionesses

Sir Keir Starmer also sent a letter to the Lionesses, telling them that “everyone back in England is with you all the way”.

Sir Keir said: “No matter what happens on Sunday, the whole country will always be grateful to you for ensuring a generation of youngsters walk taller and prouder.

“Just as for previous games we will be tuning in as a family, kicking every ball while trying to keep a lid on our nerves. Millions of households will be doing the same.”

How to watch Spain v England on TV in the UK

After beating Australia 3-1 on Wednesday, August 16, England will now play against Spain in the final.

The match will take place at Stadium Australia in Sydney.

Fans in the UK can tune into BBC One from 10am on Sunday with the kick-off being scheduled for 11am.

Coverage begins on ITV1 from 10.15am so viewers can choose between the two channels.