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ImportantEngland Women: Sarina Wiegman looking for Lionesses to show their true selves as Lauren Hemp admits to sleepless night after Spain thrashing

Lionesses Seek Redemption Against Ukraine After Spain's Stinging Defeat

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Sarina Wiegman urges her England players to bounce back following a 4-0 defeat to Spain, marking the worst loss for the Lionesses since 2009. The team faces a critical match against Ukraine on Tuesday, needing to outperform Spain's result against Iceland to secure automatic qualification for the upcoming Women's World Cup in Brazil.

The defeat in Mallorca has left the Lionesses reeling, with some players experiencing sleepless nights. Wiegman emphasized the importance of coming together as a team after such a setback, stating:

"Of course it was a difficult Friday night that hurt. But we've moved on too because we have another game."

Wiegman noted the need for control in their gameplay, reflecting on the challenges of managing expectations after a heavy loss:

"You want to make the chance as high as possible to improve your style of play, and to get your game plan right and execute it."

Lauren Hemp echoed the sentiment of the squad, sharing her struggles with sleep post-defeat:

"It was very hard for me to get some sleep... We've all stuck around each other and lifted each other up."

As the Lionesses prepare for their crucial match, Wiegman confirmed that her staff will monitor Spain's game against Iceland, though no information will be shared with the players. The focus remains on securing a win against Ukraine to maintain their World Cup hopes.

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