England's Lionesses faced a challenging match against Greece in Heraklion, where they ultimately secured a 3-0 victory, yet the performance raised concerns about their effectiveness against teams employing deep defensive strategies.

The breakthrough came in the 39th minute when Alessia Russo connected with a clever pass from Laura Blindkilde Brown, flicking it to Georgia Stanway, who slotted the ball past goalkeeper Fafailia Petaloti. Celebrations were muted, reflecting the frustration of taking so long to score against a team ranked significantly lower.

Despite their possession dominance, the Lionesses struggled to find rhythm against a compact Greek side. Russo acknowledged the difficulty of breaking down low blocks, emphasizing the need for patience and quality passing in tight situations.

The crucial second goal arrived in the 63rd minute from Maya Le Tissier, filling in for Lucy Bronze. This goal not only provided relief but also showcased Le Tissier's adaptability in switching positions, as she stated her commitment to playing her own game while learning from Bronze.

Russo's contribution was vital, marking her third goal in as many matches, especially significant given the struggles of other forwards like Aggie Beever-Jones.

While the result was positive, questions linger about England's ability to tackle low blocks effectively as they prepare for the upcoming World Cup. With limited opportunities to experiment in the lead-up to the tournament, the match highlighted both progress and persistent challenges for manager Sarina Wiegman's squad.