Gareth Southgate had challenged his fringe players to show their best selves and play with freedom against Australia but an experimental England side fell flat at Wembley, despite coming away with a 1-0 win.
Ollie Watkins' goal shortly before the hour was enough to see off a spirited Socceroos but the visitors had the better of the chances in a friendly which will do little to convince Southgate that he has been overlooking his squad.
