My concern is not so much the preparation that England are having before the Ashes as the side not learning lessons for Australia.

The 19-year-old Kopa Trophy nominee came on for Alessia Russo but went down after challenging for the ball in the second half.

The Lionesses rediscovered their top gear but might have suffered a major blow, while the Matildas must flip the script in this burgeoning rivalry.

The Bank of England will keep interest rates at 4.00% at its November meeting, and a small majority of economists polled by Reuters now expect no further policy easing this year.

A storm Thursday into Halloween could bring both tricks and treats, with Hurricane Melissa possibly having an indirect impact on our rainy and windy weather.

England’s autumn campaign begins on Saturday against the Wallabies and Steve Borthwick’s team selection is one of the most intriguing of his tenure.