Coach Posted September 3 Share Posted September 3 On 16/07/2024 at 14:22, shahanshahan said: Liv Clark has left City following the expiration of her contract. Not sure if she didn't want to re-sign or if she wasn't offered a new one. GK situation will be interesting now - Bentley seems to still be at the club & will probably keep her place in goal Liv was offered a deal to stay but decided against it. Good decision. https://clwbpeldroed.org/2024/09/03/olivia-clark-champions-league-twente/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eco Posted September 3 Share Posted September 3 4 hours ago, shahanshahan said: It was indeed a live phone interview, just after 6:30pm. Some takeaways from Gavin are that the club already have a shortlist of candidates for Lauren Smith's replacement; with an appointment possibly due by the end of the week. Loren Dykes will still be in charge for the Southampton game on Sunday. Club reluctant to sell players unless the money is right, hence why Carrie Jones (& Naomi Layzell) went. Gavin not happy with current leagues structure; hopes that NewCo/WPLL will expand both leagues & have more promotion/relegation spots You can listen back. Gavin's interview starts at around 32 minutes https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0jj4712 Thank you Looking for two more players as a tad light in midfield but happy with the squad. Still two more weeks of the transfer window, I'll be biting my nails hoping no one comes in for Thestrup. No info. on where Lauren is heading but sounds like she was made an offer she couldn't refuse. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shahanshahan Posted September 4 Share Posted September 4 18 hours ago, Coach said: Liv was offered a deal to stay but decided against it. Good decision. https://clwbpeldroed.org/2024/09/03/olivia-clark-champions-league-twente/ Could be in the FC Twente squad to face Cardiff City in the Women's Champions League tonight! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erithacus Posted September 4 Share Posted September 4 Seems she was between the sticks and didn't have a shot to save, according to the BBC stats. A 7-0 drubbing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shahanshahan Posted September 5 Share Posted September 5 14 hours ago, Erithacus said: Seems she was between the sticks and didn't have a shot to save, according to the BBC stats. A 7-0 drubbing! "Cardiff get battered, everywhere they go" 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shahanshahan Posted September 5 Share Posted September 5 (edited) https://www.bcfc.co.uk/home-top-featured/dykes-previews-opening-day/ Loren Dykes' first press conference now online (great to see the club continue these even though the team aren't in the WSL anymore) Some points: - New manager/head coach could be announced within the next week. Loren Dykes is not in running & isn't interested in the job - Napier is interim captain; the new manager/head coach will decide who the permanent captain will be - Two new signings to be confirmed once medicals are done; hopefully midfielders -The Tanya Oxtoby-ism "It's a marathon, not a sprint" is back Edited September 5 by shahanshahan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shahanshahan Posted September 5 Share Posted September 5 https://www.bcfc.co.uk/news/city-women-2024-25-squad-numbers/ Summer signing Lexi Lloyd-Smith will wear the number 10 shirt, with Greta Humphries taking number 5 and Jackie Burns number 25. Sille Struck will now wear the number 4 while Chloe Mustaki moves to number 3. Full Squad numbers 1 Fran Bentley 2 Ella Powell 3 Chloe Mustaki 4 Sille Struck 5 Greta Humphries 7 Abi Harrison 8 Amy Rodgers 10 Lexi Lloyd-Smith 11 Jamie-Lee Napier (interim captain) 14 Mari Ward 15 Jazz Bull 16 Emily Syme 17 Amalie Thestrup 24 Ffion Morgan 25 Jackie Burns 27 Jesse Woolley 28 Tianna Teisar 41 Harley Bennett Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shahanshahan Posted September 6 Share Posted September 6 https://www.bcfc.co.uk/news/city-sign-earl-until-january/ Maddy Earl signed from Arsenal on dual-registration until January. Attacking midfielder, spent pre-season with Arsenal, and is 17 years old Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shahanshahan Posted September 6 Share Posted September 6 The team will be in the black third kit on Sunday... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erithacus Posted September 6 Share Posted September 6 1 hour ago, shahanshahan said: https://www.bcfc.co.uk/news/city-sign-earl-until-january/ Maddy Earl signed from Arsenal on dual-registration until January. Attacking midfielder, spent pre-season with Arsenal, and is 17 years old Seems a slightly odd move for a few months. Is this a provisional thing or temporary cover? Also, what are the rules over dual registration in the women' game? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shahanshahan Posted September 6 Share Posted September 6 32 minutes ago, Erithacus said: Seems a slightly odd move for a few months. Is this a provisional thing or temporary cover? Also, what are the rules over dual registration in the women' game? I get the impression it's technically a loan. And I think dual registration (from what I understand) is mainly for younger players i.e. those under 18 who haven't signed a professional contract with either club yet 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shahanshahan Posted September 6 Share Posted September 6 (edited) https://www.theguardian.com/football/article/2024/sep/06/womens-championship-club-by-club-guide Written by Tom Garry: Bristol City Last season: Relegated Predicted finish: 4th Hoping for an immediate return to the top tier but their preparations were hit by the shock exit on 27 August of the popular head coach Lauren Smith, whom the club did not want to leave but who is understood to have been offered another job. The caretaker, Loren Dykes, has ruled herself out of the running, saying she is happiest “on the grass” and that the club are close to appointing Smith’s replacement. The search is being led by the chairman, Gavin Marshall. On the pitch, the loss of the centre-back Naomi Layzell to Manchester City is a major blow. Edited September 6 by shahanshahan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eco Posted September 6 Share Posted September 6 5 hours ago, shahanshahan said: https://www.theguardian.com/football/article/2024/sep/06/womens-championship-club-by-club-guide Written by Tom Garry: Bristol City Last season: Relegated Predicted finish: 4th Hoping for an immediate return to the top tier but their preparations were hit by the shock exit on 27 August of the popular head coach Lauren Smith, whom the club did not want to leave but who is understood to have been offered another job. The caretaker, Loren Dykes, has ruled herself out of the running, saying she is happiest “on the grass” and that the club are close to appointing Smith’s replacement. The search is being led by the chairman, Gavin Marshall. On the pitch, the loss of the centre-back Naomi Layzell to Manchester City is a major blow. Some interesting predictions, Charlton to win, Newcastle 6th. Looking at our squad you posted yesterday I'm optimistic we'll be right up there, barring too many injuriies. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lorenzos Only Goal Posted September 6 Share Posted September 6 If Newcastle don't win the league then I'll eat my hat. I fear we on the other hand will struggle this season. Maybe next season we will fair better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shahanshahan Posted September 7 Share Posted September 7 https://www.bcfc.co.uk/city-women-news/bance-signs-on-loan-from-brighton/ Libby Bance joins on season-long loan from Brighton. 21 year old attacking midfielder, was on loan at Rangers last season Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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shahanshahan Posted September 8 Share Posted September 8 Last time I checked this tweet is still up, but it seems Sky Sports' WSL account seems to think we're Brentford... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eco Posted September 8 Share Posted September 8 59 minutes ago, shahanshahan said: Last time I checked this tweet is still up, but it seems Sky Sports' WSL account seems to think we're Brentford... Let's hope they don't read this forum and leave it as Brentford! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Full nelson Posted September 8 Share Posted September 8 Where is the game available to watch? Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarumred Posted September 8 Share Posted September 8 Any team news? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shahanshahan Posted September 8 Share Posted September 8 (edited) 15 minutes ago, Full nelson said: Where is the game available to watch? Cheers Because it's the Championship, not all games are livestreamed, and one game is chosen per week for the new YouTube channel (to replace FA Player coverage) Southampton aren't streaming the game either, so you'll have to watch the full game when it's uploaded from Monday I'm not at the game so unable to post any updates other than what I may come across on social media Edited September 8 by shahanshahan 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shahanshahan Posted September 8 Share Posted September 8 7 minutes ago, Sarumred said: Any team news? Unchanged starting XI from the pre-season game last Sunday, with some players swapping positions. Maddy Earl on the bench, but no Libby Bence. Ffion Morgan still missing from the squad 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shahanshahan Posted September 8 Share Posted September 8 For Southampton, former City players Jemma Purfield, Aimee Palmer & Molly Pike start Benedicte Haaland is on the bench Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eco Posted September 8 Share Posted September 8 31 minutes ago, shahanshahan said: Because it's the Championship, not all games are livestreamed, and one game is chosen per week for the new YouTube channel (to replace FA Player coverage) Southampton aren't streaming the game either, so you'll have to watch the full game when it's uploaded from Monday I'm not at the game so unable to post any updates other than what I may come across on social media Feels strange not being able to watch it on FA Player. Ah well, a new era I suppose. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shahanshahan Posted September 8 Share Posted September 8 10 minutes ago, Eco said: Feels strange not being able to watch it on FA Player. Ah well, a new era I suppose. Considering the leagues are run by the WPLL/NewCo now instead of the FA, I'm guessing this was the main reason for the move to YouTube Although I expect Women's FA Cup games (and probably Women's League Cup Games) will still be on FA Player Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slartibartfast Posted September 8 Share Posted September 8 29 minutes ago, Eco said: Feels strange not being able to watch it on FA Player. Ah well, a new era I suppose. A relief I would have thought ! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old_eastender Posted September 8 Share Posted September 8 From Twitter: Thestrup nicks the ball off Saints 'keeper Stenson and plays the ball into the area. It falls to Lloyd-Smith on the edge of the box but she can't keep her shot down and it's over the bar. Good pressing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old_eastender Posted September 8 Share Posted September 8 7 minutes ago, old_eastender said: From Twitter: Thestrup nicks the ball off Saints 'keeper Stenson and plays the ball into the area. It falls to Lloyd-Smith on the edge of the box but she can't keep her shot down and it's over the bar. Good pressing. and latest:Powell sees a long-range effort blocked which falls to Thestrup but her effort is off target Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old_eastender Posted September 8 Share Posted September 8 HT 0-0, From Twitter posts sounds like City have had most of the chances (6 shots to just 1 from Saints), but Thestrup and Powell booked late on in the half. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Full nelson Posted September 8 Share Posted September 8 1.1 Not putting chances away had seen us fall 1 behind. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eco Posted September 8 Share Posted September 8 1 hour ago, slartibartfast said: A relief I would have thought ! Well yes, I had to turn off the Chelsea game but at least they picked up a few points away, well, all their points! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eco Posted September 8 Share Posted September 8 18 minutes ago, Full nelson said: 1.1 Not putting chances away had seen us fall 1 behind. Both scorers against their former clubs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eco Posted September 8 Share Posted September 8 Shania Hayles scored for Newcastle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old_eastender Posted September 8 Share Posted September 8 Game finished 1-1. Seems we had the better chances but didn't take them. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lorenzos Only Goal Posted September 8 Share Posted September 8 Disappointed to see Hayles on the score sheet for Newcastle. 1-1 is not a bad result. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoystonFoote'snephew Posted September 8 Share Posted September 8 That's a decent result away at Southampton who are a fair championship side. Pity Aimee Palmer should score against us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shahanshahan Posted September 8 Share Posted September 8 1 hour ago, RoystonFoote'snephew said: Pity Aimee Palmer should score against us. Second season in a row where she scores against City on the opening day (did the exact same thing when she was playing for Leicester City last season!) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shahanshahan Posted September 8 Share Posted September 8 7 hours ago, Eco said: Both scorers against their former clubs. Based from what people who were there told me, Lexi Lloyd Smith chose to celebrate (hard) at her old club. Take her word for it... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shahanshahan Posted September 8 Share Posted September 8 Round-up of all the results & current table. City 4th - above London City & Newcastle following their draw Birmingham top following their 5-0 win over Sunderland. And City's next game is at home next Sunday against...Birmingham 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eco Posted September 9 Share Posted September 9 22 hours ago, shahanshahan said: Second season in a row where she scores against City on the opening day (did the exact same thing when she was playing for Leicester City last season!) Just seen the highlights, nice free kick from quite a way out. Possibly caught Fran napping at the near post but it was well struck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shahanshahan Posted Wednesday at 13:13 Share Posted Wednesday at 13:13 Lauren Smith confirmed as England U19s head coach... https://www.englandfootball.com/articles/2024/Sep/11/lauren-smith-named-england-women-under-19s-head-coach-20241109 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
View from the Dolman Posted Wednesday at 13:23 Share Posted Wednesday at 13:23 That certainly helps explain the departure a little more clearly! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redsquirrel Posted Wednesday at 15:28 Share Posted Wednesday at 15:28 2 hours ago, shahanshahan said: Lauren Smith confirmed as England U19s head coach... https://www.englandfootball.com/articles/2024/Sep/11/lauren-smith-named-england-women-under-19s-head-coach-20241109 congratulations to her, great position to be offered and one where im sure she will be good at her job 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shahanshahan Posted Thursday at 15:46 Share Posted Thursday at 15:46 Loren Dykes press conference from today Some bits I observed when listening back: - Loren hints no further activity in the transfer window - Club "close to appointing" new head coach - Chloe Mustaki & Ffion Morgan back in training. No indication given if they may be ready for this Sunday - Praise for Lexi Lloyd-Smith, and the fans that are noisy.. https://www.bcfc.co.uk/city-women-news/dykes-pre-blues-press-conference/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eco Posted Thursday at 16:19 Share Posted Thursday at 16:19 32 minutes ago, shahanshahan said: Loren Dykes press conference from today Some bits I observed when listening back: - Loren hints no further activity in the transfer window - Club "close to appointing" new head coach - Chloe Mustaki & Ffion Morgan back in training. No indication given if they may be ready for this Sunday - Praise for Lexi Lloyd-Smith, and the fans that are noisy.. https://www.bcfc.co.uk/city-women-news/dykes-pre-blues-press-conference/ What a great presser, Loren speaks so well. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shahanshahan Posted Saturday at 07:40 Share Posted Saturday at 07:40 On 12/09/2024 at 16:46, shahanshahan said: - Loren hints no further activity in the transfer window No activity for the club on transfer deadline day yesterday... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin phantom Posted Saturday at 11:25 Admin Share Posted Saturday at 11:25 Remember game vs Birmingham is live on the FA player Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shahanshahan Posted yesterday at 10:00 Share Posted yesterday at 10:00 22 hours ago, phantom said: Remember game vs Birmingham is live on the FA player YouTube, not FA Player. KO 2pm The game is also live on BBC Radio Bristol but I think that's DAB only, and should be live on BBC Sport website too https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/live/c3rd3g4l5pdt 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shahanshahan Posted yesterday at 12:08 Share Posted yesterday at 12:08 Jazz Bull makes her first start of the season while Mari Ward is dropped to the bench. Jamie-Lee Napier moves further forward in the line-up Ffion Morgan is back in the squad but only makes the bench Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eco Posted yesterday at 12:47 Share Posted yesterday at 12:47 2 hours ago, shahanshahan said: YouTube, not FA Player. KO 2pm The game is also live on BBC Radio Bristol but I think that's DAB only, and should be live on BBC Sport website too https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/live/c3rd3g4l5pdt With Frankie Brown, a bit of a City legend, co-commentating. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Oil Services Posted yesterday at 13:11 Share Posted yesterday at 13:11 Just watched on YouTube from about 4th minute to 7th, and it's almost exactly like last season - trying to play it out from the back, and struggling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slartibartfast Posted yesterday at 13:23 Share Posted yesterday at 13:23 35 minutes ago, Eco said: With Frankie Brown, a bit of a City legend, co-commentating. Who ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sleepy1968 Posted yesterday at 13:25 Share Posted yesterday at 13:25 5 minutes ago, Bristol Oil Services said: Just watched on YouTube from about 4th minute to 7th, and it's almost exactly like last season - trying to play it out from the back, and struggling. We've managed to set up a few attacks in the last 5 minutes! But there only gonna be one winner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eco Posted yesterday at 13:30 Share Posted yesterday at 13:30 5 minutes ago, slartibartfast said: Who ? OK, City women legend. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eco Posted yesterday at 13:32 Share Posted yesterday at 13:32 6 minutes ago, Sleepy1968 said: We've managed to set up a few attacks in the last 5 minutes! But there only gonna be one winner. ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Oil Services Posted yesterday at 14:19 Share Posted yesterday at 14:19 Just managed another 8 minutes, 47th to 55th. City, one fruitless foray into the Brum half, ball passed out of play. Cannot keep possession. And now keeper is injured. Same as last season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eco Posted yesterday at 14:27 Share Posted yesterday at 14:27 6 minutes ago, Bristol Oil Services said: Just managed another 8 minutes, 47th to 55th. City, one fruitless foray into the Brum half, ball passed out of play. Cannot keep possession. And now keeper is injured. Same as last season. Should have kept watching we're right on top now, goal line clearance from Brum. Good to see the old 'keeper going down for no reason' routine is back this season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted yesterday at 14:29 Share Posted yesterday at 14:29 That is a brilliant save by Bentley 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eco Posted yesterday at 14:29 Share Posted yesterday at 14:29 Having said that brilliant save by Bentley just now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted yesterday at 14:31 Share Posted yesterday at 14:31 Bit better last ten Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Oil Services Posted yesterday at 14:37 Share Posted yesterday at 14:37 4th official holds up the electronic subs board to an empty Dolman, then turns left to an empty Atyeo, and right to an empty South Stand .... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eco Posted yesterday at 14:58 Share Posted yesterday at 14:58 0-0, not a bad game. att. 1956 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sleepy1968 Posted yesterday at 15:03 Share Posted yesterday at 15:03 24 minutes ago, Davefevs said: Bit better last ten Yep. 0-0. I think they gave it a go. My only gripe going forward near the end was that we were guilty of holding on to the ball, rather than passing to other players who had taken up good positions. I like Fran Bentley. Made an excellent save at her near post in the second half, when I thought she was beat. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Oil Services Posted yesterday at 15:05 Share Posted yesterday at 15:05 4 minutes ago, Eco said: 0-0, not a bad game. att. 1956 Attendance is bloody good, same as all last season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eco Posted yesterday at 15:08 Share Posted yesterday at 15:08 2 minutes ago, Bristol Oil Services said: Attendance is bloody good, same as all last season. Think our lowest was 3500 last season so slightly disappointing but reasonable. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted yesterday at 15:36 Share Posted yesterday at 15:36 32 minutes ago, Sleepy1968 said: Yep. 0-0. I think they gave it a go. My only gripe going forward near the end was that we were guilty of holding on to the ball, rather than passing to other players who had taken up good positions. I like Fran Bentley. Made an excellent save at her near post in the second half, when I thought she was beat. Yep, frustrated me too…and at other times in our own half we play some awfully dangerous straight passes into midfield, asking to be picked off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Full nelson Posted yesterday at 16:03 Share Posted yesterday at 16:03 The football intelligence in the final 3rd is void currently. Would of been a defeat if it wasn't for 2 fine saves by Bentley. Birmingham number 30 was very good and was good going forward for a CB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sleepy1968 Posted yesterday at 16:12 Share Posted yesterday at 16:12 2 hours ago, Eco said: ? Sorry, I thought Brum would have it, but fair play to City, I thought it ended even. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted yesterday at 16:13 Share Posted yesterday at 16:13 9 minutes ago, Full nelson said: The football intelligence in the final 3rd is void currently. Would of been a defeat if it wasn't for 2 fine saves by Bentley. Birmingham number 30 was very good and was good going forward for a CB Is that a good point? Brum will be there or thereabouts won’t they? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hamdon Mart Posted yesterday at 16:23 Share Posted yesterday at 16:23 Might be in a small group here but I am upbeat after today's draw. Considering Birmingham's confidence would have been high after last week's drubbing of Sunderland, I thought the women took some confidence from an away point at Saints and used it for a building block for today. Pleased to see City look more of a threat going forward than last season (understandably) although I noticed Abi Harrison dropped in quite a bit too. City had twice as many atttempts on goal as Birmingham and although Bentley had to make a couple of smart saves, City weren't too far away on occasion either. Couple of times, the wrong option was taken but that will come with time. 50/50 on possession too. Positives. Lexi Lloyd-Smith looked good in her time on the pitch, team looked more organised & played to a pattern, I'm a growing fan of Amy Rodgers and Emily Syme looks a yard quicker this season. A clean sheet today, two games unbeaten. Nearly 2k in the stadium vindicates the decision to play the games at AG. Negatives? Think City will miss Naomi Layzell this season, squad still looks a little thin in places, a little more clever thinking in attack is needed. 7/10. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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