Last-minute strike rescues point for England at U17 Women's World Cup

ByCarrie Dunn

Updated 01/10/2016 at 20:55 GMT

Alessia Russo struck home from distance in injury time to save a point for England against North Korea in their first match at the U17 Women's World Cup.

Ellie Brazil had given the Lioness Cubs the lead in the first half before Hyang Sim Sung drew Korea level.

Georgia Stanway's determined effort took England in ahead at the break, but North Korea dominated the second half.

John Griffiths's side began to look tired and the midfield shaky, and it was no surprise when Pom Ui Kim equalised in the 67th minute from a free kick given away by Stanway on the edge of the box.

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