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Jack Lacey-Hatton

England's unbeaten streak ended by World Cup co-hosts Australia - five talking points

England 's 30-game unbeaten run under Sarina Wiegman came to an end as they went down 2-0 to World Cup co-hosts Australia.

Goals either side of half-time from Sam Kerr and Charlie Grant proved the difference in the Alzheimer's Society International, with Lauren James and Rachel Daly missing England's best chances.

Fresh from winning the Finalissima, the Lionesses struggled to find their rhythm in a low-key affair at Brentford, a far cry from the drama we saw at Wembley last week. The Matildas, ranked 10th in the world, were missing Caitlin Foord through injury but welcomed back Sam Kerr.

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