Spain dominated possession – and the game – with Olga Carmona and Aitana Bonmatí the standout performers
Spain’s inexperienced goalkeeper saved smartly from Lauren Hemp early on and Lauren James late on. Well protected by her defence and not really threatened by England but did not put a foot wrong in only her fourth senior appearance.Stretched England when advancing from right back and combined well with Aitana Bonmatí. Gave Rachel Daly quite a workout and defended extremely well too.Sent a first-half chance flying wide and repeatedly second-guessed England’s attacking intentions superbly.
Fractionally off-target with fine second-half shot. Too hot for the Lionesses to handle.Helped Spain hog possession and ensured that England’s increasingly midfield were left chasing shadows.Had a second-half penalty save but that was about the only moment nerves got the better of the midfielder.An important outlet for Spain down the right. Her low crosses created some good chances but faded slightly in the second half and was replaced by Oihane Hernández after 59 minutes.
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