April 12, (THEWILL) – Australia secured a 2-0 win against England, marking the Lionesses’ first loss under manager Sarina Wiegman.
The match took place at Brentford’s Gtech Community Stadium in rainy West London, where the hosts struggled to deal with the visitors’ more direct style of play. While England has made significant progress under Wiegman, the match served as a reminder that even the slightest mistakes can lead to moments of quality from opponents.
The Matildas’ Sam Kerr, who was rested during their shock loss to Scotland on Saturday, scored the first goal of the match. Kerr capitalised on a header back to Mary Earps by Leah Williamson and delivered a world-class finish. The Lionesses doubled their efforts but they were undone when Charlotte Grant’s header deflected off Williamson and into the net, resulting in a well-deserved win for Australia.
The match outcome served as a reality check for England, who have enjoyed significant success under Wiegman. It was also a reminder of the importance of consistency and attention to detail. While the Lionesses are still a formidable team, they must continue to work hard in order to maintain their progress and compete at the highest level.
Jude Obafemi is a versatile senior Correspondent at THEWILL Newspapers, excelling in sourcing, researching, and delivering sports news stories for both print and digital publications.
