Lionesses beaten by Germany in seven-goal thriller - as it happened
Georgia Stanway praises England's excellent choice in appointing Thomas Tuchel.
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The Lionesses experienced their first loss at Wembley in five years, as Germany came out on top in a wild match that saw seven goals. As England gears up to defend their Euros title next summer, the stage was set for a rematch of the 2022 final, where the Lionesses had previously celebrated victory at this location. This time, however, the visitors showcased a powerful offensive display to claim their revenge.
The home team got off to a terrible start, quickly finding themselves 3-0 down after giving away a penalty within the first five minutes. However, they managed to rally and brought the score to 3-2 by halftime thanks to two goals from Georgia Stanway. Unfortunately, their weaknesses in defense were still evident, as Sara Dabritz scored another penalty in the second half, even though the foul committed by Alessia Russo seemed to be a questionable decision.
Lucy Bronze took advantage of a mistake made by Ann-Katrin Berger in the final moments, sparking hope for the home crowd for an equalizer. However, Germany managed to maintain their lead. Sarina Wiegman's team will face South Africa next on Tuesday, with upcoming matches against the United States and Switzerland scheduled for November.
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England's Complacency Costs Them In Wembley Loss
One silver lining for England is that they can no longer ignore the truth of their situation. Unlike their spectacular win against Germany at Wembley, the Lionesses faced a different tale in this rematch of the Euro 2022 final. It served as a sobering reminder as England prepares to defend their European Championship title next summer. The Lionesses showed signs of complacency and made a number of mistakes, allowing a revitalized German team to break through their defenses multiple times. If not for Germany's own defensive blunders, the final score could have been even more humiliating for England.
Jamie Braidwood at Wembley October 25, 2024, 9:38 PM
Sarina Wiegman Talks To ITV After England's Loss
“It was an intensely competitive match between two evenly matched teams eager to go on the offensive. The game was quite open, perhaps a bit too much at certain points. Our players pushed up too far, attempting to press high, which can backfire against a team like Germany, who can exploit that. There were instances where we lost possession due to mistakes on our part, and when that happened, they made us pay.”
"If we had reduced those unnecessary mistakes, it would have prevented them from launching counterattacks. Our goal is to apply pressure higher up the field, but we need to know when to stay compact and patient, versus when to push forward."
"This is the reason we participate in high-level matches. We're being tested, which is exactly what we seek. Our goal is to gauge our current standing and gather as much insight as we can. This information is crucial as we prepare for the Euros."
Harry Latham-Coyle, October 25, 2024, 9:55 PM
England Falls To Germany In Defensive Breakdown
Sarina Wiegman faces some challenging inquiries following that performance. After choosing Hannah Hampton and Leah Williamson for key positions, both players had difficulty making an impact, with Williamson likely feeling increased pressure regarding her spot on the team. The Arsenal defender seems to be struggling to find her rhythm at the moment.
The manager of England is expected to step up to the microphone soon.
Harry Latham-Coyle wrote this on October 25, 2024, at 9:48 PM.
Georgia Stanway Reflects On England's Loss
"My first feeling was one of disappointment," the Lionesses midfielder shared with ITV. "They scored early and built a strong lead, which isn't typical for us. It's encouraging that we managed to get back into the match, but I feel the penalty was a bit unfortunate. This is definitely a lesson for us. Since there was a new manager and changes in their team, we weren't really sure what to expect, but it highlights just how talented they are."
"We had to modify our formation to be tighter and more organized. Once we made that adjustment, we started winning back possession more often and created several counter-attacking opportunities. Honestly, the score could have easily been 5-5 by halftime; both teams were quite evenly matched. Unfortunately, the outcome didn’t favor us. It’s not that we didn’t perform well—Germany is an exceptional, world-class team. We recognize that there are areas we need to improve."
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Final Whistle: England 3, Germany 4
Harry Latham-Coyle, October 25, 2024, at 9:27 PM
England Vs. Germany: Thrilling 3-4 Finish!
An improved pass leads to a corner kick. Lauren Hemp swiftly makes her way to take it.
Ann-Katrin Berger is in perfect position this time, ensuring she secures the catch without any doubt.
Harry Latham-Coyle, October 25, 2024, 9:25 PM
Germany Edges England 4-3 In Dramatic Finish
England has another free kick within striking distance. Jess Carter goes down after a challenge.
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Germany Edge England 4-3 In Thrilling Finale
Jessica Naz made an impressive dash, forcing Sophia Kleinherne to foul the England forward. This created a great opportunity for a set piece, and the attackers moved in to capitalize on Alex Greenwood’s cross.
No success. Germany successfully clears the ball from danger.
Harry Latham-Coyle, on October 25, 2024, at 9:22 PM.
Germany Edges England 4-3 After 90 Minutes
England has six minutes to score their fourth goal and even the score.
Harry Latham-Coyle reported on October 25, 2024, at 9:20 PM.
Germany Edges England 4-3 In Thrilling Match
Jess Carter ensures that Endemann doesn't get past Alex Greenwood as the energetic German continues to make strides down the right side. Carter makes a crucial recovery run after having advanced in an effort to find an equalizer.
Harry Latham-Coyle, October 25, 2024, 9:19 PM
