England Women's manager Sarina Wiegman has called on the Lionesses to bounce back strongly after a heavy 4-0 defeat to Spain.
The loss, which represents England's worst defeat since 2009, has put their World Cup qualification hopes in jeopardy, with their path to the tournament now dependent on results elsewhere.
Winger Lauren Hemp revealed the emotional impact of the thrashing, admitting to having sleepless nights as the squad grapples with the significant setback.
The team's focus now shifts to their final World Cup qualifier, a crucial match against Ukraine scheduled for Tuesday.
Wiegman is demanding a significant improvement in performance, stressing the importance of the players demonstrating their inherent quality and regaining the form that has characterized their previous successes.
The upcoming fixture against Ukraine is unequivocally a must-win situation for the Lionesses.
Victory against Ukraine is essential, and the team will be anxiously awaiting news from other qualifying games, hoping for results that will align with their own to secure a coveted spot in the World Cup.
This period represents a critical juncture for the Lionesses, requiring resilience, determination, and a collective effort to overcome adversity and achieve their ultimate goal.
