Secrets of World Cup finals

Only a few can say they've been involved in one, and coaches, analysts and players give an insight into what it takes to try and win the biggest match of all...

Jill Ellis and Sarina Wiegman fought out the last final in 2019. Image: FIFA

Sunday marks the ninth official World Cup final in the women’s game since FIFA first sanctioned the tournament under their name in 1991.

32 years ago, it was eventual four-time winners USA who took the glory in China, beating Norway through a late Michelle Akers goal when games w…