Alessia Russo’s second half goal saw England beat Colombia 2-1 in the Women’s World Cup quarter-finals, setting up a semi-final showdown with Australia.
Many wondered how a mentally and physically draining last-16 win against Nigeria would affect the Lionesses, but it was a much-improved performance in Sydney.
However, England did go behind in the 44th minute as Leicy Santos’ stunning effort saw Mary Earps beaten for only the second time in the tournament.
But a calamitous error from Colombia goalkeeper Catalina Perez allowed Lauren Hemp to poke home the equaliser with the last kick of the half.
It was another individual error at the back that allowed Russo (63) through to score England’s winner.
England clung on to their lead as Colombia pressed for their own equaliser in the final half hour, but managed to see the game out and book a semi-final meeting with co-hosts Australia on Wednesday – the only team to have beaten the Lionesses under Sarina Wiegman.
