Alessia Russo praised England for "keeping the dream alive" as they reached the semi-finals of the World Cup.
Australia will make a late call on captain Sam Kerr's fitness for their Women's World Cup showdown with France.
After being shown a red card for stamping on a Nigerian player at the FIFA Women's World Cup, England star Lauren James has been handed a two-match ban.
USA forward Megan Rapinoe has broken her silence in the aftermath of her nation's untimely departure from the FIFA Women's World Cup.
Lucy Bronze admitted England "are not happy" with their World Cup performances so far but vowed the Lionesses will step up in Saturday's quarter-final against Colombia.
Nigeria striker Desire Oparanozie has apologised to the country's supporters after missing her penalty in the Woman's World Cup last 16 defeat to England.