"Both sides were missing key attacking components, with the USA without the 'Triple Espresso' of Trinity Rodman, Sophia Smith and Mallory Swanson, while England were missing Lauren Hemp, Lauren James and Ella Toone."
"England goalkeeper Mary Earps was the standout performer and showed her world-class quality as she turned a curling strike from Alyssa Thompson around the post after just five minutes."
"There was further controversy in the 65th minute when the referee pointed to the spot for a USA penalty after deeming Alex Greenwood had handled the ball in the box. However, the decision was overturned following a VAR review, showing it had hit the defender's torso."
"Both sides registered low xG, with England restricted to just 0.07 while the USA recorded 0.7. England had just four shots all match with only one of those on target."
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