Foreign Secretary to attend World Cup Final in Australia

The Foreign Secretary, James Cleverly, will attend the FIFA Women’s World Cup final at the Stadium Australia in Sydney on Sunday 20 August alongside Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Lucy Frazer.

The Foreign Secretary will also meet with Australia’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Penny Wong to discuss foreign policy issues including regional security. 

Ahead of the match, Foreign Secretary, James Cleverly said: 

“All eyes are on Sydney this Sunday. This is an amazing moment to celebrate the very best of women’s international sport with Australia and New Zealand as our brilliant tournament hosts.   

“Everyone back home is behind the Lionesses for their first appearance ever in a World Cup final, and I will be there in person to cheer them on.”