Sarina Wiegman’s Lionesses suffered World Cup heartbreak as they lost to Spain 1-0 in the final of the FIFA World Cup in Sydney.
Olga Carmona scored the only goal of the game as she put Spain ahead on 29 minutes to hand her side a deserved lead before Jennifer Hermoso saw Mary Earps save a penalty on 68 minutes after Keira Walsh was adjudged to have handled in the area.
Lauren Hemp came closest for England in the opening 45 minutes as the Lionesses struggled to get to grips with a Spanish side that dominated the possession and try as they might, the Lionesses just could not find the leveller they so dearly wanted.
Here is how we rated the performance of each Lionesses performance.
5. Lucy Bronze - 5
Her mistake led to the opening goal and struggled to impact the game further up the field. Photo: Justin Setterfield
6. Rachel Daly - 5
Did her best to handle Ona Batlle but before she was taken off at half time as England switched their formation. Photo: IZHAR KHAN
7. Keira Walsh - 5
A quiet afternoon from England’s key midfielder as Spain’s midfield dictated the game. | AFP via Getty Images
8. Georgia Stanway - 5
Unable to make an impact on the game and will be disappointed. | Photo: Isabel Infantes/PA Wire