Sarina Weigman's generosity to distraught Australia player defines her.

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England manager Sarina Weigman was a great act on the pitch as the Lionesses beat Australia 3-1 to go to the World Cup final on Sunday.

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The Lionesses reached their first competition final as Ella Toone, Lauren Hemp, and Alessia Russo beat the Matildas despite Sam Kerr's second-half equalizer.

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After the game, England's fans, coaches, and players celebrated widely.

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Weigman demonstrated her dignity by consoling Australia's disappointed teammates on the pitch before celebrating.

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Weigman shook hands with the opposition while her teammates celebrated with fans.

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She even lauded the Matildas for their tournament performance, telling BBC Sport: "They've done amazing, really grew into it.

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After this win, Weigman becomes the first manager to lead two sides to the World Cup final before England's Sunday match against Spain.

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Goalkeeper Russo said, "Like Bronze, over the moon. We've been dreaming about the semis, but this is a World Cup final with this group.

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