Author Topic: UEFA Women's Euro 2022 6th - 31st July (Read 32920 times)

Ada Hegerberg finally back for Norway after a couple of years absence.. The absence came after a row with the coach/FA - Hegerberg claiming they had lack of professionalism, tactics and didn't set up the team properly (training facilities etc). Good to see Hegerberg who is truly brilliant together with Caroline G Hansen and a few other pretty decent players. Sadly the swedish dinosaur coach have managed to stay on with his outdated tactics; playing his best players out of position and looking like Roy Hodgson Jr in general.. Can't see Norway do good here, but hopefully it's Swedish Roy's last tournament

Thank you for absolutely nothing Swedish Roy. The most embarassing tactical display ever by a national team coach in any sports for us.. Please resign and let the players fix austria themselves

Gerry Attrick · « **Reply #220 on:** July 12, 2022, 08:21:56 am »

Really was an all-time kicking. 26-4 in terms of shots, 14-0 on target. Just a real beat down. Obviously other teams know how to defend so it will be way harder from the group stages onwards but rare to see an England team cut loose with actual football in a tournament.

JRed · « **Reply #221 on:** July 12, 2022, 08:44:25 am »

Some good goals from England, I caught a bit of the France Italy game too and thought France played some great stuff. There is no doubt the standard of play in the women’s game is getting better and better. Although I don’t think the standard of goalkeeping has , some shocking displays from the keepers.

Red-Soldier · « **Reply #222 on:** July 12, 2022, 08:45:14 am »

Quote from: Johnny Foreigner on July 11, 2022, 10:33:11 pm

Thank you for absolutely nothing Swedish Roy. The most embarassing tactical display ever by a national team coach in any sports for us.. Please resign and let the players fix austria themselves

Surely, they can fine someone better than him. England were great but, you could tell that Norway are terribly coached! He litterally had no idea what to do.

ljycb · « **Reply #223 on:** July 12, 2022, 09:21:21 am »

Quote from: JRed on July 12, 2022, 08:44:25 am

Some good goals from England, I caught a bit of the France Italy game too and thought France played some great stuff. There is no doubt the standard of play in the women’s game is getting better and better. Although I don’t think the standard of goalkeeping has , some shocking displays from the keepers.

The standard of goalkeeping has been improving - the reason why it’s behind in terms of development compared with other positions is because all of the older and more experienced goalkeepers did not have the specialised training when they were younger, and then the young goalkeepers coming through who did have that specialised training are just like most male goalkeepers, in that they tend to peak later than the average outfield player.

Elzar · « **Reply #224 on:** July 12, 2022, 10:07:55 am »

Quote from: Red-Soldier on July 12, 2022, 08:45:14 am

Surely, they can fine someone better than him. England were great but, you could tell that Norway are terribly coached! He litterally had no idea what to do.

That was highlighted by the Arsenal coach Jonas Eidevall, who was doing the BBC analysis. Wright at half time said one of the defenders had to come off, where as he said they just need instruction. The Norway manager just stood there all half not knowing what to do and not giving a reset plan to any of the defence.

Johnny Foreigner · « **Reply #225 on:** July 12, 2022, 10:19:57 am »

Quote from: Elzar on July 12, 2022, 10:07:55 am

That was highlighted by the Arsenal coach Jonas Eidevall, who was doing the BBC analysis. Wright at half time said one of the defenders had to come off, where as he said they just need instruction. The Norway manager just stood there all half not knowing what to do and not giving a reset plan to any of the defence.

The Norwegian left back that had a nightmare is a 20 year winger that has stated she is uncomfortable with the position and struggles with positioning. Plays alongside s captain that has returned from long/term injury and not in match shape. The other center half is a headless chicken that is being picked because she somehow managed to end up in chelsea. My sunday league coach is better than this yes-man

Bread · « **Reply #226 on:** July 12, 2022, 10:51:13 am »

Quote from: KevLFC on July 11, 2022, 09:31:04 pm

Lucy Bronze used to play for us at one point. Played for Everton too oddly enough

Club rivalry doesn't appear to really exist in the women's game. Alex Greenwood, who is scouse, has played for Everton, Liverpool, Man United and is currently playing for Man City.

Barneylfc∗ · « **Reply #227 on:** July 12, 2022, 10:56:17 am »

Quote from: JRed on July 12, 2022, 08:44:25 am

Some good goals from England, I caught a bit of the France Italy game too and thought France played some great stuff. There is no doubt the standard of play in the women’s game is getting better and better. Although I don’t think the standard of goalkeeping has , some shocking displays from the keepers.

The standard of goalkeeping has absolutely improved. You're not going to see the standard of Alisson or Courtois, but it's nowhere near as bad as it was even 5 years ago.

JRed · « **Reply #228 on:** July 12, 2022, 11:13:41 am »

Quote from: Barneylfc∗ on July 12, 2022, 10:56:17 am

The standard of goalkeeping has absolutely improved. You're not going to see the standard of Alisson or Courtois, but it's nowhere near as bad as it was even 5 years ago.

I’ll take your word for it, I’ve only watched bits here and there and the keeping has been woeful in the parts of games I’ve seen. Obviously I don’t expect to see the standard of Alisson or Courtois but it’s like school playground standard at times. Overall tho I have been very impressed with some of the outfield play, there are clearly much better coaches working in the game and the players have progressed.

Fortneef · « **Reply #229 on:** July 12, 2022, 05:37:02 pm »

You want a goalie who likes mud and is fearless about taking a boot to the teeth.

Barneylfc∗ · « **Reply #230 on:** July 12, 2022, 06:58:28 pm »

Some brilliant goalkeeping in that game

Elzar · « **Reply #231 on:** July 12, 2022, 08:03:29 pm »

Oh dear Spain

jillcwhomever · « **Reply #232 on:** July 12, 2022, 08:03:35 pm »

OMG what a horrible moment.

tubby · « **Reply #233 on:** July 12, 2022, 08:04:41 pm »

That was a really composed finish, thought the square ball was the better option but she was super clinical there.

TheShanklyGates · « **Reply #234 on:** July 12, 2022, 08:10:20 pm »

What a miss from Spain. Got to score.

Elzar · « **Reply #235 on:** July 12, 2022, 08:10:51 pm »

Great chance for Spain, goalie did well getting off the line quick to make it tough

Hazell · « **Reply #236 on:** July 12, 2022, 08:46:04 pm »

Quote from: jillc on July 12, 2022, 08:03:35 pm

OMG what a horrible moment.

It was, but I liked the composure and clinicalness of the finish.

jillcwhomever · « **Reply #237 on:** July 12, 2022, 08:49:35 pm »

Quote from: Hazell on July 12, 2022, 08:46:04 pm

It was, but I liked the composure and clinicalness of the finish.

Yes, the finish was very good. Spain have so much possession but they just haven't clicked up front. The German press is good when Spain are attacking.

TheShanklyGates · « **Reply #238 on:** July 12, 2022, 09:01:57 pm »

As if Pearce actually just called them West Germany

Samie · « **Reply #239 on:** July 12, 2022, 09:14:56 pm »

Quote from: TheShanklyGates on July 12, 2022, 09:01:57 pm

As if Pearce actually just called them West Germany

He thinks he's still doing Robot Wars mate.