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'They will roar again': Lionesses miss out on World Cup title after defeat to Spain

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There was heartbreak in Sydney today after England's Lionesses missed out on the World Cup title following a 1-0 defeat to Spain.

A single goal from Spain's Olga Carmona saw La Roja make footballing history as they clinched their first ever World Cup title.

The England side have still made history after becoming the first Lionesses squad to reach the final stage of the World Cup.

Sweden took the tournament's third place after beating hosts Australia in the third-place play-offs. Try MEN Premium for FREE by clicking here for no ads, fun puzzles and brilliant new features. A nervy first half saw Spain the dominant side as England struggled to fnd their rhythm.

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