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head coach sean wayne described England’s 26–6 defeat against Australia in the initial test of ash He was branded a “torturer” after accusing his players of selling themselves short.
England’s bid to win a three-match series for the first time since 1970 was dealt a blow after a one-sided defeat at Wembley.
Reece Walsh scored Australia’s first of four tries after 22 minutes. Angus Crichton crossed shortly after half-time before completing his brace with 15 minutes remaining.
The impressive Walsh then scored his second goal with nine minutes remaining, while Nathan Cleary converted four conversions and a penalty.
Daryl Clark’s converted effort in the 76th minute provided nothing but consolation England On an impressive afternoon for the Kangaroos.
And when Wynne was asked to assess his team’s performance, he said: “Poor. I know what these players are capable of and we didn’t give ourselves a chance to win. Australia were the best team and there’s no question about that.”
“It hurts a lot. We were desperate to put on a show today and we didn’t, but the mistakes we made can be easily fixed.
“I saw an anxious team and it’s on us as coaches. We’ve created that environment and we’ll look at that. We were anxious and nervous. They were clinical and showed why they’re the best team in the world and we’ve got to put our hand up. We just weren’t there today. We did things today that I didn’t think we were capable of doing but we’ll fix that.”
Pressed on the atmosphere inside the home dressing room at Wembley, Wayne continued: “They are very, very disappointed.
“I wanted everyone to see the best from our players. And the players did. They’re a very good, talented group of boys but we sold ourselves short today and that’s torture to me.”
The two teams meet again next Saturday at Everton’s Hill Dickinson Stadium, before the final match at Headingley on 8 November.
and captain of England george williams Said: “We made a lot of mistakes today and Australia were very good. We definitely have to improve. They have another game so I’m sure they will improve too.
“We’ve got a big job at Everton. It’s sold out, and we need an English crowd to take us home because we’ve got to save the series.”