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England boss Sarina Wiegman fires defiant World Cup message after first Lionesses defeat

Sarina Wiegman says she is not worried about losing momentum ahead of the World Cup after the Lionesses suffered a first loss under her management against Australia.

Wiegman tasted defeat for the first time as Lionesses boss, with the Matildas winning thanks to goal in each half. Sam Kerr capitalised on a rare Leah Williamson error before Charlotte Grant's header deflected in off the England skipper after the break to end the Lionesses' winning streak.

But Wiegman refused to panic despite the loss and insisted England will still go to the World Cup finals full of confidence. The two sides could meet again in the last 16 at the tournament this summer, if they both win their groups.

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