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Played occasionally in Sydney & Wagga, and was a rubbish player. Became involved in coaching when my 8yo son decided to move from RU to soccer. I was not a brilliant coach, but much better than I was as a player. Progressed to junior rep and then senior team coaching, with mixed results. My favourite football personality is the late Brian Clough \"People who talk tactics and formations usually can\'t win a game of dominoes at the local park.\"!
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Agree with you lc. For me, Mary Fowler is, by far, our most skilful player. She seemingly glides around the pitch, and this style attracts some detractors. Finds space with ease, but her team mates frequently don’t see her. She could call for the ball, but she shouldn’t need to. Calling for the ball attracts opponents, which is the last thing you want.
Mary Fowler was often tightly marked by opponents, for one good reason. Identified as a danger. Yet frequently she would shake off her markers, only for her team mates to not see her.
It's time for football in Australia to grow up and stop being so naïve
A contest between skill (Spain) and strength (England), and it was pleasing to see the former win out. Skill on its own, of course, is not sufficient, but the Spaniards were as equally determined as their opponents.
Spain were far more skilful, including their passing game. In fact, I thought they made England look 2nd rate, and the scoreline could have reflected this if not for the stellar performance of Mary Earps in the England goal.
For mine, Colombia and Japan were also high performers in the skills stakes. as displayed in particular by Japan waking Spain up 4-0 in their Group match.
Upon reflection, I believe our coaching authorities should prioritise skill training, and also learn how, in women’s football, Spain has achieved world champion status at U/17, U/20, and now at the open level. They are obviously doing something that no other nation is doing, and it starts long before players reach U/17 levels.
Bittersweet finale to incredible tournament for Aussie fans as England schooled by masters of the dark arts
Jai Hindley of Australia finished 7th. Over 2 minutes in front of him however, were 2 Poms, the Yates twins, in 3rd and 4th places.
UK View: Piers Morgan, Ben Stokes take swipes at Matildas in Ashes 'revenge', England praised for 'dark arts' mastery
Are we really a mature country? I have my personal doubts on that assumption.
World Cup Diary: Matildas obliterate viewing records AGAIN, Foster comes for royals over 'patronising' Tweet
It is most unlikely that Sam Kerr is match fit. So to start her and then have to sub her off at a critical stage of the match could have disastrous consequences. Start her at 50 or 55. Plenty of time to work her magic if she is up to it, and if it is needed.
Gustavsson's gamble: Hold 'em against England, or go all in on Sam Kerr?
You are a hard man Waz. Sam was fresh when she came on, whilst Raso had expended a lot of energy.
Gustavsson's gamble: Hold 'em against England, or go all in on Sam Kerr?
Thanks. Long time ago, and I was working in regional NSW. Duh!
The Women's World Cup shows Australia’s love of football and our maturity as a nation
Population wise, we are a tiny, tiny, part of the world. Add to that we are in an unfriendly time zone.
The solution, and it is unpalatable, is to have kick-offs during our sleep hours. Unlikely to ever happen.
FA chief details biggest barrier to Australia hosting men's football World Cup
Reb, opposed to soccer, the other sports are minnows!
Six Points: The ARC got Petracca 'touched' call spot on, and the Matildas lesson the AFL must learn
Bewilders me why young ladies would choose to play AFLW or NRLW, when they have the possibility of playing soccer for much more money, and in different parts of the world. The chance to experience different cultures and life styles. The alternative is to wallow in Dullsville!
Six Points: The ARC got Petracca 'touched' call spot on, and the Matildas lesson the AFL must learn
No different to soccer.
Six Points: The ARC got Petracca 'touched' call spot on, and the Matildas lesson the AFL must learn
“English football from the 1960s to 1980s called the The Big Match show”. Wasn’t this Match of the Day with Brian Moore?
The Women's World Cup shows Australia’s love of football and our maturity as a nation
Where in Canada is stadium # 16?
The Women's World Cup shows Australia’s love of football and our maturity as a nation
Exactly! Government funds should go to grass roots sports, not professional sports where the participants, more often than not, are paid far in excess of the average weekly wage/salary.
If these professional sports are so good, they should be able to fund their own stadia, instead of spongeing off the average Joe, the taxpayer.
The Women's World Cup shows Australia’s love of football and our maturity as a nation
Interesting comment Caractacus. I was in the UK whilst the 2014 WC was on, and found that Poms were barracking for Australia in the group matches. Couldn’t see the point in bringing to their attention the fact that we Aussies were barracking for England’s opponents. Thought it was a typically embarrassing bogan approach. You have proven me wrong.
UK View: Matildas could top Gatting ball and Bodyline in 'sporting blood feud' as Ashes fever sweeps Women's World Cup
England are likely to struggle against Colombia. They will, more likely than not, be out-skilled rather than losing the physical battle. Let’s face it, from the team that won Euro 2022, they have lost one or two to retirement, three to ACL recovery or knee surgery, and now one to suspension. Outsiders for me.
If the Matildas reach the semi, I would prefer they play England, but I suspect they will face Colombia. Unlikely to be easy, by any means.
World Cup Diary: France ready to enter Matildas' cauldron, Colombia set up England clash, James apologises for stamp
Yeah, I reckon I would look for an alternative supermarket!
'I’ll be supporting whoever plays against Australia': Are people engaging with the Women’s World Cup, or just along for the ride?
Or you can try cycle road racing a la Tour de France for sheer physical and mental input/
'I’ll be supporting whoever plays against Australia': Are people engaging with the Women’s World Cup, or just along for the ride?
GF? No such thing in international football. No second chance BS here!
Foord Fiesta! Caitlin and Raso fire Matildas into quarter finals as Kerr makes long-awaited return
I understand Japan have used 20 of their 23 players – one unused field player, and two unused goalkeepers. At the moment one of the very real contenders for top prize.
'Something special about this group': Raso brace seals victory over Olympic champions as Matildas through to round of 16
I didn’t think it was Mary who was offside for her disallowed goal. I have, however, been wrong on a couple of occasions.
'Something special about this group': Raso brace seals victory over Olympic champions as Matildas through to round of 16
The foul count Colombia v Germany was 17 – 8. The foul count England v Haiti was 17-5. Colombia v England, on that evidence, would be absolutely mouth-watering!
The Matildas can make history in the biggest game we've seen in years
I have the advantage of experience, many years ago, as a betting steward in the horse racing industry. Nothing has changed, running a book is a business, and like most businesses, the aim is to make a profit. As the money bet for a Matilda’s win increases, so will the odds shorten. And the odds for a Canada win will become more generous. Personal feelings don’t enter the equation.
It is very simple, and not often complicated. Give it a little thought, and it will make sense. Much simpler to run a book on a two horse race, rather than a 20 field horse race.
The Matildas can make history in the biggest game we've seen in years
Buddy, it is the punters who determine the favourite. The bookies set the odds so that they make a profit, regardless of the outcome of the event.
The Matildas can make history in the biggest game we've seen in years
Excellent article Mid. As far as TV commentary went, I thought one or two of the ladies delved into team structures a little too deeply. Reminded me a little of my good lady, who has a tendency to make simple things difficult. As many of us are aware, playing formations are fluid and can, on occasions, bear little resemblance to the coach’s intentions.
Another observation regards the camera work. Sometimes I was thinking of locating my binoculars, the play appearing to be so distant. Plus the replays – often disjointed, far too late, and as a result truncated.
Agree with Para+Ten regarding the playing surfaces. Unfortunately, I fear they will quickly revert to cow paddock standards.
Overall though, a darned good show.
Busted stereotypes and a new appreciation for football: AFL and NRL fans react to the FIFA Women's World Cup