Germany Tops England 4-3 in Friendly

In a thrilling women's soccer friendly at Wembley, Germany defeated England 4-3, marking a successful debut for new German manager Christian Wuck. England struggled defensively, conceding three goals in the first 30 minutes, with captain Giulia Gwinn netting twice early on and Klara Buhl adding a third. Georgia Stanway scored twice for England, including a penalty, but despite a late goal from Lucy Bronze, they could not complete the comeback. The match was a stark contrast to their previous encounter in the Euro 2022 final, where England emerged victorious. Sarina Wiegman emphasized the need for improvement ahead of next year's European Championship, acknowledging the challenges posed by Germany's high press. The match drew a crowd of 47,967, showcasing the excitement and competitive spirit of women's football.