Bronze asks for patience, Wales march on and Switzerland make statement | Suzanne Wrack

10/30/2024 01:50 PM

This international window has seen ups and downs for Germany, Scotland step up a gear and drama for Wales and Northern Ireland

Germany beat England 4-3 at Wembley but then went on to lose 2-1 to Australia at home. A stunning first international goal from Kyra Cooney-Cross, who collected the ball just inside the German half before spotting goalkeeper Stina Johannes off her line and sweeping the ball over her, drew Australia level after Selina Cerci had given the hosts the lead. Alex Popp had been withdrawn in the 15th minute with Germany leading, making an emotional exit after her decision to retire from international football. It would not be as romantic an end for her as they would have hoped though, with Clare Hunt scoring her first international goal to give the visiting team the win.