Admin phantom Posted August 7, 2023 Author Admin Share Posted August 7, 2023 Just now, Midlands Robin said: Definitely a game to quickly move on from. England have a lot of rethinking to do between now and Saturday. They nailed it in the studio that we don't play enough teams outside of Europe to be used to that style of game, we really could do without having to play Colombia or Jamaica next for that reason 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leveller Posted August 7, 2023 Share Posted August 7, 2023 8 minutes ago, phantom said: This is what football is all about, upmost respect to Chloe Kelly and Alex Greenwood That's our get out of jail free card used today, the girls certainly dug deep but the history books will show a Lionesses victory Now to find a bar at London Bridge to watch the game on Saturday Utmost. Yeah, sorry, but that’s one that bugs me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Open End Numb Legs Posted August 7, 2023 Share Posted August 7, 2023 I though England could have been more street wise. Nigeria closed down well and were physical but there were many times when England got nudged off the ball and could have gone down for a free kick. We did the decent thing, stayed on our feet but ultimately lost possession a lot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cowshed Posted August 7, 2023 Share Posted August 7, 2023 51 minutes ago, phantom said: They nailed it in the studio that we don't play enough teams outside of Europe to be used to that style of game, we really could do without having to play Colombia or Jamaica next for that reason This performance should be no surprise it was Australia again. Nigeria played tactically like Australia did who England are familiar with. Get high, overload the pivot/pivots and cut the pitch in halves, screen and press and England struggle to play through the second third. Today the retention of the football in the second third was far below what should be expectation. Walsh and Stanway are above 70%. Russo, James, Daly gave the ball away far more than they kept it. Lucy Bronze was World player of the year and she has team mates who do not pass consistently to her. The patterns of England's possessional positional play do not exist when players are not releasing the ball. Positonal patterns can't exist when the third player is losing the ball 70% of the time. Switches do not occur to take advantage of dragging players out of position if James/Russo fail to release the ball. England have the tools to do better, but they need to be following the principles of their football. Today was a mixture players playing well to expectation and the carrying team mates whose performances fell well below what the teams approach requires. The team collectively wont play that badly again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lorenzos Only Goal Posted August 7, 2023 Share Posted August 7, 2023 1 hour ago, The Original OTIB said: Sweet bloody Caroline again, how I loathe it. I can't stand that song, just reminds me of Tyson ******* Fury. And old people in a pub. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sixtyseconds Posted August 7, 2023 Share Posted August 7, 2023 Matilda's looked good. And not just on the calendar. Very good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin phantom Posted August 7, 2023 Author Admin Share Posted August 7, 2023 1 hour ago, Sixtyseconds said: And not just on the calendar. Huh? I'm guessing this is a whoosh moment for me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PHILINFRANCE Posted August 7, 2023 Share Posted August 7, 2023 1 hour ago, phantom said: Huh? I'm guessing this is a whoosh moment for me https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-12314611/Former-Matildas-star-Tracie-McGovern-insists-NO-regrets-posing-controversial-nude-calendar-1999.html 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sixtyseconds Posted August 7, 2023 Share Posted August 7, 2023 59 minutes ago, phantom said: Huh? I'm guessing this is a whoosh moment for me Yes. The Matilda's (Aussie Ladies world cup squad) do calendars. Very nice too they are. Your a man who does pubs and pub chat. In 80's pub chat the Matilda's calendars are like Whitbread trophy .. Guaranteed to give you a creamy head. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbored Posted August 7, 2023 Share Posted August 7, 2023 I haven’t read the entire thread but in 1999 there were far less woke people to kick up storm about objectifying and sexualising women. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sixtyseconds Posted August 7, 2023 Share Posted August 7, 2023 11 minutes ago, Robbored said: I haven’t read the entire thread but in 1999 there were far less woke people to kick up storm about objectifying and sexualising women. Test the water. Tell all which male footballers you fancy? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
And Its Smith Posted August 7, 2023 Share Posted August 7, 2023 33 minutes ago, Sixtyseconds said: Test the water. Tell all which male footballers you fancy? Can we all play? Grealish has to be in most people’s top 5. Ruben Loftus Cheek maybe. Thin pickings on the Bristol City front Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BanburyRed Posted August 8, 2023 Share Posted August 8, 2023 Christ alive, Jamaica vs Columbia is appalling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myol'man Posted August 8, 2023 Share Posted August 8, 2023 Colombia v Jamaica on now. 0-0 at half time. Winner plays England on Saturday at 11.30am Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin phantom Posted August 8, 2023 Author Admin Share Posted August 8, 2023 7 minutes ago, BanburyRed said: Christ alive, Jamaica vs Columbia is appalling. Side full of individuals, it's like watching the U20s tournament from a few weeks back all over again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leveller Posted August 8, 2023 Share Posted August 8, 2023 9 minutes ago, phantom said: Side full of individuals, it's like watching the U20s tournament from a few weeks back all over again It reminds me of City v Preston. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erithacus Posted August 8, 2023 Share Posted August 8, 2023 Two teams set on cancelling their opponents, resulting in a stalemate so far. The tactical games of the Groups are over and it's now the real tournament starts - knockout football - and hence the change of approach. Columbia are not averse to some strongarm tactics but the Jamaicans can be physical too if they want. Great first touch for Usme to score but questionable defending. Yes, from an England viewpoint it would not be without value if the game goes into an extra time battle, but it's now up to the Reggae Girls to respond. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shahanshahan Posted August 8, 2023 Share Posted August 8, 2023 FT Colombia 1-0 Jamaica England v Colombia quarter final on Saturday. KO 11.30am UK time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shahanshahan Posted August 8, 2023 Share Posted August 8, 2023 (edited) Don't know if she's on here, but Beth from the Bristol City fans Australia group was at the Colombia v Jamaica game today in Melbourne... Edited August 8, 2023 by shahanshahan 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shahanshahan Posted August 8, 2023 Share Posted August 8, 2023 Jonathan Pearce & Anita Asante doing commentary on BBC One for the France v Morocco game. Expect some City references - especially if former player Rosella Ayane comes on for Morocco Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZiderEyed Posted August 8, 2023 Share Posted August 8, 2023 16 hours ago, And Its Smith said: Can we all play? Grealish has to be in most people’s top 5. Ruben Loftus Cheek maybe. Thin pickings on the Bristol City front Nakhi's got a bit about him I reckon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bedred31 Posted August 8, 2023 Share Posted August 8, 2023 And there’s the City reference- 84th minute. I love you Jonathan Pearce. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Open End Numb Legs Posted August 8, 2023 Share Posted August 8, 2023 6 minutes ago, Bedred31 said: And there’s the City reference- 84th minute. I love you Jonathan Pearce. Beat me to it! 84m 47s if anyone wants a chuckle. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRock Posted August 8, 2023 Share Posted August 8, 2023 4 minutes ago, Bedred31 said: And there’s the City reference- 84th minute. I love you Jonathan Pearce. Disappointing performance from Jonathan. Usually gets his mention in far earlier than that Made up for it with his Marty Feldman Eyes referee reference though. Only those of a certain vintage would understand. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erithacus Posted August 8, 2023 Share Posted August 8, 2023 France go through at something of a canter against a Morocco side I thought would have been a bit tougher. Now they will face the Aussies in a rather different sort of match. I still think the French are yet to really fire on all cylinders and could be our opponents if all goes to plan but they need to raise their game now. Has their rebellious stance to oust the previous head coach led to an attitide? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin phantom Posted August 10, 2023 Author Admin Share Posted August 10, 2023 Is it just me or are FIFA taking an absolute age to announce Lauren James' suspension details? I've always assumed ban lengths are announced quicker than this Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bcfc01 Posted August 10, 2023 Share Posted August 10, 2023 5 hours ago, phantom said: Is it just me or are FIFA taking an absolute age to announce Lauren James' suspension details? I've always assumed ban lengths are announced quicker than this Automatic one game ban which kicks in on saturday. Seems they're waiting until after the game on saturday to decide if she gets any further ban. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shahanshahan Posted August 10, 2023 Share Posted August 10, 2023 https://www.sportbible.com/football/women's-football/chloe-kelly-england-nigeria-womens-world-cup-760371-20230808 "Chloe Kelly’s game-winning penalty was the fastest shot recorded at the FIFA Women's World Cup at 110.79 km/h [69mph]. In addition to that impressive stat, the 25-year-old's penalty hit was recorded as being more powerful than any Premier League goal scored last season. West Ham forward Said Benrahma registered the most powerful strike of the 2022/23 PL campaign at 107.2km/h [66.6mph]" 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin phantom Posted August 10, 2023 Author Admin Share Posted August 10, 2023 2 hours ago, bcfc01 said: Automatic one game ban which kicks in on saturday. Seems they're waiting until after the game on saturday to decide if she gets any further ban. Just been announced that she has been given a two game ban So available for the final should we get there 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lanterne Rouge Posted August 10, 2023 Share Posted August 10, 2023 2 hours ago, phantom said: Just been announced that she has been given a two game ban So available for the final should we get there Fair. She`s held her hand up and apologised and is being punished accordingly but it would have been harsh if she had to miss what could be the greatest moment of her career for one second of madness. Common sense from FIFA - not often you can say that! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elhombrecito Posted August 11, 2023 Share Posted August 11, 2023 What's the point of VAR if that Japan penalty isn't even looked at. Never a penalty in a million years. Justice done though, as missed. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erithacus Posted August 11, 2023 Share Posted August 11, 2023 The competition that hasn't stopped causing upsets goes on. Japan were the class act thus far but didn't show up today; for most of the match they were second best to a solid Sweden side that out-worked them. By which time they were two down and only in the last twenty did they emerge with their trademark style, but too little, too late. This year's cup will have a new name on it. With Spain going through earlier it looks increasingly like an all-European Final - just who will succeed from us and France, or will this World Cup shock once more? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger Red Hat Posted August 11, 2023 Share Posted August 11, 2023 https://www.theguardian.com/football/2023/aug/11/science-chloe-kelly-penalty-england-nigeria Good article about Chloe Kelly’s excellent penalty. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChippenhamRed Posted August 11, 2023 Share Posted August 11, 2023 Little bit of a shame I think that the England QF tomorrow partly clashes with the 12:30 Premier League TV game. I think the Lionesses deserve a bit more respect than that these days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin phantom Posted August 11, 2023 Author Admin Share Posted August 11, 2023 1 hour ago, ChippenhamRed said: Little bit of a shame I think that the England QF tomorrow partly clashes with the 12:30 Premier League TV game. I think the Lionesses deserve a bit more respect than that these days. Impossible for either game to be moved at such short notice 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChippenhamRed Posted August 11, 2023 Share Posted August 11, 2023 58 minutes ago, phantom said: Impossible for either game to be moved at such short notice I’m not suggesting that. I’m suggesting they could have not scheduled a PL game to clash with a World Cup QF game that the Lionesses were likely to be involved with, in the first place. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin phantom Posted August 12, 2023 Author Admin Share Posted August 12, 2023 6 hours ago, ChippenhamRed said: I’m not suggesting that. I’m suggesting they could have not scheduled a PL game to clash with a World Cup QF game that the Lionesses were likely to be involved with, in the first place. The only thing we could have finished first or second in the group meaning different kick off times, or not progressed at all Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 Aussies should be ahead. By far better team. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shahanshahan Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 Did this when I was in Sydney. Forgot to post it at the time 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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shahanshahan Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 Currently 0-0 between Australia & France in ET. England squad announced. One enforced change as Ella Toone comes in for Lauren James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erithacus Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 Intriguing game: Australia took ages to really get going but latterly matched the French for desire and workrate. In the end, two well-set teams were unable to really get on top of the game. I thought Asusie centrehalf Kennedy had a great game and kept them in it. When Kerr came on (their Taliswoman?) the team stepped up a level. Happily, from an England perspective, the winner will have had a two hour slog, plenty of bruises and the nerve shredder of penalties. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbored Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 That first French penalty was dreadful! Easy save. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 Oh wow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbored Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 (edited) Penalty shoot outs are always exciting! Aussie keeper should have saved that one Edited August 12, 2023 by Robbored Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 What drama Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 Just incredible save Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erithacus Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 This one won't lie down. We'll have to delay the England game at this rate. What a way to end a game, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrizzler Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 (edited) Australian gk has been off her line for every penalty. The first one she saved she was nearly on the penalty spot! Edited August 12, 2023 by Chrizzler Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 Yes!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 Do we play Aus if we win? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cityexile Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 (edited) 1 minute ago, Super said: Do we play Aus if we win? Yes. Couple of bonkers pen shoot outs this cup. Edited August 12, 2023 by cityexile 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erithacus Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 Well you can't say that the women's game isn't exciting. Now we have a semi-final line-up that few would have predicted at the start of the tournament and I suspect the bookies are laughing up their sleeves. 1 minute ago, Super said: Do we play Aus if we win? Yes we do. I reckon it would be a familiar sort of encounter. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
italian dave Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 What’s with this “beyond greatness” thing? And do they have to trademark it in order to stop Trump nicking it? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Port Said Red Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 The Columbians could be booked for time wasting in the National Anthem, does it ever stop? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shahanshahan Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 33 minutes ago, italian dave said: What’s with this “beyond greatness” thing? Just a generic FIFA tagline that makes little or no sense 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
italian dave Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 29 minutes ago, Port Said Red said: The Columbians could be booked for time wasting in the National Anthem, does it ever stop? Fortunately for the game, it looks like they are a lot better at football than they are at singing! 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Port Said Red Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 I thought that took a deflection but it was a great finish if she meant it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChippenhamRed Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 Reminded me of this. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barry Sheene Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 That goal was a bit like Bradley Orr scoring against Yeovil Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 They deserve that. England have been awful. So lightweight in midfield. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRock Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 Is that David Seaman in goal? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRock Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 3 minutes ago, ChippenhamRed said: Reminded me of this. Ha. Like minds and all that. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 Shocking goalkeeping! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leveller Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 5 minutes ago, Super said: They deserve that. England have been awful. So lightweight in midfield. Totally disagree. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChippenhamRed Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 1 minute ago, Super said: Shocking goalkeeping! Proper bar of soap stuff. We’ll take it though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Port Said Red Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 6 minutes ago, Super said: They deserve that. England have been awful. So lightweight in midfield. This World Cup has shown that physicality is a bigger advantage in the Women's game, much like the mens game a generation or two ago. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanderingred Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 And that just now, reminds me of something Adriano Basso did. Can’t remember the opposition, but circa 2006. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barry Sheene Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 England score in added time for the minute and half added for the over the top Colombian goal celebrations. Love it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRock Posted August 12, 2023 Share Posted August 12, 2023 First half. Colombia solid and resilient. England lightweight and fragile. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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