by Durhamfootman » Tue Jul 26, 2022 10:35 pm
For 30 mins Sweden looked like the no.2 side in the world. The first goal was definitely against the run of play. The difference I think was that England wanted too much time on the ball and always took that extra touch, so Sweden had plenty of time to get players back even on an England break. It was no surprise to me that once England took a leaf out the Sweden handbook and started moving the ball quickly, one and two touch football, that the opening came. The early second half goal settled things really and Sweden were too far back.
What was particularly satisfying was that 2 of the lionesses under the most scrutiny, were terrific tonight. Daly was solid at the back even when Sweden made the switch and doubled up on her, and found good passes going forward. Kirby was the best player on the pitch tonight and I'm so glad she got her reward. It's also significant that her goal came the way it did, because it's a sign that her confidence (sadly missing for months now) is back. The Fran Kirby at the start of these finals would not have taken the lob on, she'd have looked for the best pass to make
I'm absolutely chuffed.... and between you and me, the Russo backheel had me out of my chair
I'll bet you wish you were there tonight, ginger
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