(UK, idiomatic) Very well or for a long time.
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see for, England.
Source: en.wiktionary.orgWe have experienced the truth of this prophecy, for England has become the habitation of outsiders and the dominion of foreigners. Today, no Englishman is earl, bishop, or abbott, and newcomers gnaw away at the riches and very innards of England; nor is there any hope for an end of this misery. William of Malmesbury
It's a shame he's not available to play for England. If he was, he'd be the first name in my squad. Paul Scholes
I love scoring goals for England and playing for England. That's one of the reasons I didn't retire - I love playing for my country. David Beckham
No, men and women of the Irish race, we shall not fight for England. We shall fight for the destruction of the British Empire and the construction of an Irish republic. James Larkin
To play in the World Cup and try to win something for England was the ultimate. Peter Shilton
I remember my second game for England - we lost 2-0 to Norway, I was subbed and didn't do myself justice and I thought that was the end of my England career. Teddy Sheringham