England v Scotland: Pre-Match Quotes

Last updated : 18 July 2017 By Three Lions

Mark Sampson's England are the clear favourites to start their campaign with a victory but opposite number Anna Signeul believes that will put Scotland on their mettle from the first minute of the tournament.

"England will focus on winning every game as it doesn't matter which opponent is standing against them," she said.

"And that's the same for us, we'll absolutely do our best.

"We have so many players playing in England, so it's their friends (they are against), which makes it a bit special, but we are definitely up for the challenge."

England forward Fran Kirby is relishing the tournament after recovering from a serious injury and, speaking to The Independent, said: "I tried not to think about the Euros too much, because when I had set-backs I needed to keep my head focused on getting back for Chelsea rather than back for England."