‘We have to keep working on the basics. The fundamental basics of football, of passing to each other I thought was sloppy. We have to start winning games again, and we have to start playing better.’ These were not the words of Martin Sjogren after Norway’s humiliating 8-0 defeat to England under the lights at […]
Beth Mead is on fire, everyone should be terrified Read More »
Portugal made a fantastic comeback; however, Danielle Van de Donk’s powerful strike sealed the 3 points for the Dutch. 13 July 2022, Leigh Sports Village, Wigan and Leigh, Matchday 2 in Group C saw the Netherlands and Portugal face each other. Matchday 1 had ended with all teams in Group C obtaining 1 point each.
Netherlands vs Portugal: Match Report Read More »
So here we are. After a week of glorious football, we have now seen every team in action in the Women’s Euro. There’s been plenty of shocks, surprises, and supreme moments of skill that have left us begging for more. The goals have been flowing, the records have been tumbling, and many fans’ predictions have
Women’s Euro 2022: Round One Round Up Read More »
Oh mon dieu. Three words the Italian national team must surely have learnt after a 5-1 loss to France in Rotherham. Reports of France’s demise, then, will have to be kept on hold… for now at least. Ahead of the 2022 Euros, all the talk regarding the French national team was surrounding Corinne Diacre’s decision
The One Where France… You Know Read More »
With the Euros progressing in full swing, interest in women’s football is at an all-time high, and it’s only getting better. Attendance records were smashed, broadcasting channels set viewership records, and much more. We have seen various new developments resulting from this growth, one of which is Equal Pay. While it all sounds like a
Equal Pay or Equity: Gender Equality in Football with Ada Hegerberg Read More »
SQUARK! SQUARK! The fire alarm test woke me from my deep slumber. Blinking weakly as my eyes tried take in the sun beams bleeding through the hotel curtains, I glanced at my phone. 09:00. I was running late for breakfast. As I got myself ready for the day, cleared out my room, and checked
A Dream Start To England’s Euro Party Read More »
Just like in the good old 2000s, Germany entered the tournament with a large (4:0-large) statement: they are still a dominant force in Europe and they have their eyes on the title. Having been written off as the tournament’s favourites, this side had a point to prove and they did it in some style. So
Germany vs. Denmark: Back to the favourites Read More »
Vivianne Miedema is one of the greatest strikers in Europe, ever. Her records exist on another planet. At just the age of 25, she’s already the record goal-scorer for the Netherlands with 94 goals, almost double what leading Men’s striker (and her footballing idol) Robin van Persie achieved (50, in case you were wondering).
Vivianne Miedema: The Paradoxical Striker Read More »
Linda Sällström gave Finland early hope, but Spain began their European journey in style with three precise headers and a last-minute penalty. 8th July 2022, Stadium MK, Milton Keynes, England, the first game of Group B, saw Finland and Spain play against each other. Finland looked to make an impact, while Spain wanted to prove
Spain vs Finland: An Early Scare but a Headed Victory Read More »
This was the game England could not afford to lose. Even a draw could have been detrimental, not just to their team’s chances, but to the country’s hopes surrounding this tournament. So, when the final whistle blew, bringing an end to a tight, error-strewn contest, the over-riding emotion was relief. Relief that England had
The Women’s Euro 22 kicks off with a win for England Read More »
