England's netball team suffered a disappointing 61-54 defeat to New Zealand in the Commonwealth Games semi-finals, failing to take the lead at any point during the match. <p>Anna Stembridge's side struggled against the Silver Ferns, with Grace Nweke proving too strong in attack at Glasgow's Hydro. By the end of the third quarter, England trailed by double digits with seven minutes remaining.</p><p>A late surge of goals brought the final score closer, but it wasn't enough to change the outcome. Eleanor Cardwell, who came on early for England, expressed her disappointment to TNT Sports, stating: "I feel that we threw everything at it today, but they were the better team. I am a little bit disappointed with how we performed. I know we can do better."</p><p>Despite the loss, England still has a chance to claim bronze, as they will face the loser of the other semi-final between Australia and Jamaica later on Saturday. New Zealand, meanwhile, advances to the final for the first time since 2014.</p>

England will regroup and aim for bronze, with Cardwell emphasizing: "We have to work our a* off." The team remains determined to secure a medal after missing out in 2022.