Overview

• Belgium defeated England 3-2 in Leuven, with Tessa Wullaert scoring twice and Justine Vanhaevermaet adding a header for a 3-0 first-half lead.
• England's Beth Mead converted a penalty, and debutant Michelle Agyemang scored a stunning volley, but the Lionesses could not complete the comeback.
• The loss drops England to second in Group A3 with seven points, as Spain moves to the top after a dominant 7-1 win over Portugal.
• Head coach Sarina Wiegman criticized England's lack of focus and defensive organization during the opening 30 minutes of the match.
• Key injuries to players like Alessia Russo, Lauren James, and Chloe Kelly exposed England's depth issues ahead of Euro 2025 preparations.