Ex-England football legend Kelly Smith has spoken out about the painful loss in the semi-final of the Women's World Cup.
The nail-biting game left the Lionesses red-faced in the 91st minute as Laura Bassett netted an own goal, leaving the score 2-1 to Japan.
The last minute drama left the teams' World Cup hopes crushed just minutes away from extra-time.
England's dreams were crushed (file photo)
Kelly Smith, who currently holds the record for most England goals, told Fox Sports: "It's a cruel way to leave the tournament and it's absolutely devastating for Laura Bassett"
"I've played with her for years and she's just a great personality."
"It's not the end for Laura Bassett - it will be tough for a while but she'll grow from this."
Devastated fans are flocking to social media to discuss the heart-breaking moment with many leaving supportive messages for the defender on Twitter:
The England team beat Norway and Canada in the knockout stages of the World Cup and now they will face Germany for the 3rd place medal.