England lost their first game under Sarina Wiegman as a series of errors saw them beaten 2-0 by Australia, bringing their 30-match unbeaten run to an end.
It was a performance that reflected the gloomy conditions at the Gtech Community Stadium, where the Lionesses were unable to follow up their dramatic Finalissima win with a victory in their final game before the Women's World Cup squad is announced.
Australia had England's game plan figured out at every turn and went ahead through star forward Sam Kerr (32). England skipper Leah Williamson's error allowed the Matildas captain through to slot home past Mary Earps - although replays showed she was offside.
It was Williamson again involved in Australia's second. Charlotte Grant's header (67) hit the defender on the way through before nestling into the back of the net. It is the first time England have conceded more than one goal in a game under Wiegman.
The Lionesses never really responded and struggled to break down a well-drilled Matildas side, finding it tough to deal with their aggressiveness that forced plenty of errors.
