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Phil Neville Blames Tiredness for Sloppy Second-Half Against Japan as England Seal Group D Top Spot

Phil Neville pointed to tiredness as the reason for his England side's limp showing in the latter stages of their Group D match against Japan, despite sealing their progression to the round of 16 as group winners.

Ellen White scored in either half to hand the Lionesses a 2-0 win over Japan, which ensured they won all three of their group matches on the way to the knockout stages.

Ellen White's 2 goals ensure another impressive win for the @Lionesses!

Mover of the match presented by @Sure #NeverMoreSure pic.