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.
9. Ella Toone - 5
Very quiet in the number 10 role and will have wanted to produce more. | Getty Images
10. Lauren Hemp - 7
England’s best player as she hit the bar and tried to drive the Lionesses back into the game. | Getty Images
11. Alessia Russo - 5
Was well marshalled by the Spanish defence who didn’t allow her a stiff. Taken off at half time. | AFP via Getty Images
12. Chloe Kelly (On for Daly HT) - 7
Made a real difference for England and gave Spain something to think about. Photo: Sunderland Echo