Such a good discussion. With these two, they are not afraid to say it how it is. I was critical on another channel of the support for not changing much. You could sense that it was as Jill Scott said in an interview about supporting the status quo to get bums on seats, rather than giving younger players a chance, in case they are needed. Steph actually said this and Ian was spot on about awards being treated equally.
The confidence situation with LW is a perplexing one. I don’t think it’s related to the ACL she ended the season for Arsenal really well and the games against Sweden and France were one of her best in an England shirt. The confidence issue is something more recent maybe with how things have been going down at Arsenal/ media attention. I thought some of the questions she got in the Germany presser were absurd and maybe they stayed in her head. Her performance against South Africa was a step in the right direction. A CB pairing of her and AG is more clam and I think they communicate better vs a LW/MB as of late. I think people are writing her off too quickly. She’s a player we need at England so instead of dragging her down we should be lifting her up, because it’s clear to see that she’s down.
You are completely right about the disrespect against women's football. We have 2024 and there is no equal treatment of men and women in that football show? Shame on the organisators!
I'd like to see a CB pairing of Le Tissier and Greenwood for England. As far as full backs are concerned I've been impressed with Naomi Layzell with what little I've seen of her. I had thought of Niamh Charles at LB but Steph makes a good point about Gabby George.
It screams 3 at the back for me, Leah right, bright centre and greenwood on the left. Hemp and bronze wide then Walsh as the holding midfielder. Then you can play any two of the midfielders with Russo as the focal point and mead or James get to play around her.
@jamesnewhill could say that about Spain but it works ok for them. Defending is about the structure and shape rather than the individuals and I think that could work well for this team
@jamesnewhill just a personal choice I guess but speed wouldn't be my priority for centre backs in a back 3. All 5 of the players I suggested played a significant part in a team who won the euros so I think it's unfair to dismiss them so fast.
I don't agree with Esmee. She's been playing both CB and LB with the Spirit and doing amazing at both positions. She's been very consistent against women bigger and faster than her. Plus her touch with the ball is great and I think the sky is the limit for her given that she's playing for Giraldez who is known for being very competitive and a tactical genius. In my opinion, if anyone deserves a chance at LB is her. I miss Charles, too. But I guess she'll be fit for the Euros.
The Balon D’or is disrespectful in general and not just to able bodied female athletes in the 11 v 11 game. It’s disrespectful to every player male and female not playing European football, Futsal, Beach Soccer and all para football too. The only award that is prestigious and worth anything is The Sòcrates award. The Balon D’or should modernise and have full parity across the sport no matter the gender or ability / disability.
Ref England team, possibly biggest problem is same old same old S W favourites, 25% of that team need to be left on the bench, time to give the youngsters a chance, (win or lose) they won't learn anything at St Georges get them into real games not tippy tappy training camps, time for some serious changes, 👍
Its over for Sarina, the world cup final was frustrating in the tatics and the selection, i respect steph and her fella steve derby, ive had the luxery of watching her play but wrighty is right about jess carter infact i dont get why she is even in the squad, she has shown nothing and she is actully the weak part of the deffense,bright is a loose cannon, clumbsy and the only reason she gets in id because she plays for chelsea, Greenwood at the moment for me is the best in the world and yet Willamson who should not be captain who has been poor for a long time is still getting put ahead of her, Greenwood has been world class and when she came on against germany we looked solid, she lead deffense unlike willamson, she or bronze should be captain, Sarina though is to pragmatic infact there all she is, she is reactionary not forward thinking and during the world cup we threw that away, our best players were attackers and yet we sat back, lauren james is a disgrace and should never have been brought on, she got red carded for stamping witch nearly costs us to go out, she showed nothing throughout, hate being Mr negitve but unless sarina evolves where done
Who cares about clam football though? Why would an inferior, less skilled, less athletically impressive version of the sport get the same respect? Shall we start giving trophies to the under 10s 5-a-side at the local park as well?
Bunny isnt eligible and is over used and over relied on at City which showed up last year when she accrued injury on top of injury in time for them to falter in their key closing games. She might be damaged when needed.
Just love this show!! Since it has started, my knowledge of women's football has increased tremendously!
Such a good discussion. With these two, they are not afraid to say it how it is. I was critical on another channel of the support for not changing much. You could sense that it was as Jill Scott said in an interview about supporting the status quo to get bums on seats, rather than giving younger players a chance, in case they are needed. Steph actually said this and Ian was spot on about awards being treated equally.
The confidence situation with LW is a perplexing one. I don’t think it’s related to the ACL she ended the season for Arsenal really well and the games against Sweden and France were one of her best in an England shirt. The confidence issue is something more recent maybe with how things have been going down at Arsenal/ media attention. I thought some of the questions she got in the Germany presser were absurd and maybe they stayed in her head. Her performance against South Africa was a step in the right direction. A CB pairing of her and AG is more clam and I think they communicate better vs a LW/MB as of late. I think people are writing her off too quickly. She’s a player we need at England so instead of dragging her down we should be lifting her up, because it’s clear to see that she’s down.
Lw is not a defender. Shes a 6 or out on the wings. She has the same issue as trent
Great show! Sometimes I’m not able to see the games so a small recap of the game (score, highlights, etc) before the commentary would be dope!
You are completely right about the disrespect against women's football. We have 2024 and there is no equal treatment of men and women in that football show? Shame on the organisators!
Ian is this Arsenal-women-only podcast. Can we hear about different WSL teams other than Arsenal?
Thoughts on Poppy Pattinson call up? She’s been key to Brighton’s success this season at LB
really agree with the hannah comments!!
Good on her for playing a sport.
I'd like to see a CB pairing of Le Tissier and Greenwood for England. As far as full backs are concerned I've been impressed with Naomi Layzell with what little I've seen of her. I had thought of Niamh Charles at LB but Steph makes a good point about Gabby George.
Unfortunately Sarina thinks Maya is too small to be a centre back
It screams 3 at the back for me, Leah right, bright centre and greenwood on the left. Hemp and bronze wide then Walsh as the holding midfielder. Then you can play any two of the midfielders with Russo as the focal point and mead or James get to play around her.
That defence gets run through so easy
@jamesnewhill could say that about Spain but it works ok for them. Defending is about the structure and shape rather than the individuals and I think that could work well for this team
@@phileast1654 Spain has better players, Williamson and Bright are 2 of the slowest players I've ever seen
@jamesnewhill just a personal choice I guess but speed wouldn't be my priority for centre backs in a back 3. All 5 of the players I suggested played a significant part in a team who won the euros so I think it's unfair to dismiss them so fast.
I would go with a back 3 of MLT, LW and AG
People forgot this is a friendly where you can evaluate players
Ian dnt u advise desiree Ellis abt getting a central midfielder who is physically who makes us play
I don't agree with Esmee. She's been playing both CB and LB with the Spirit and doing amazing at both positions. She's been very consistent against women bigger and faster than her. Plus her touch with the ball is great and I think the sky is the limit for her given that she's playing for Giraldez who is known for being very competitive and a tactical genius.
In my opinion, if anyone deserves a chance at LB is her.
I miss Charles, too. But I guess she'll be fit for the Euros.
Why did she not give Agee a chance?
They're are missing Niamh Charles big time. Bright, Williamson and Bronze all look like they've lost a couple yards of pace.
Lauren Hemp ranked 28th. I know I am biased but that's a JOKE!
The Balon D’or is disrespectful in general and not just to able bodied female athletes in the 11 v 11 game. It’s disrespectful to every player male and female not playing European football, Futsal, Beach Soccer and all para football too. The only award that is prestigious and worth anything is The Sòcrates award. The Balon D’or should modernise and have full parity across the sport no matter the gender or ability / disability.
Ref England team, possibly biggest problem is same old same old S W favourites, 25% of that team need to be left on the bench, time to give the youngsters a chance, (win or lose) they won't learn anything at St Georges get them into real games not tippy tappy training camps, time for some serious changes, 👍
Its over for Sarina, the world cup final was frustrating in the tatics and the selection, i respect steph and her fella steve derby, ive had the luxery of watching her play but wrighty is right about jess carter infact i dont get why she is even in the squad, she has shown nothing and she is actully the weak part of the deffense,bright is a loose cannon, clumbsy and the only reason she gets in id because she plays for chelsea, Greenwood at the moment for me is the best in the world and yet Willamson who should not be captain who has been poor for a long time is still getting put ahead of her, Greenwood has been world class and when she came on against germany we looked solid, she lead deffense unlike willamson, she or bronze should be captain, Sarina though is to pragmatic infact there all she is, she is reactionary not forward thinking and during the world cup we threw that away, our best players were attackers and yet we sat back, lauren james is a disgrace and should never have been brought on, she got red carded for stamping witch nearly costs us to go out, she showed nothing throughout, hate being Mr negitve but unless sarina evolves where done
Who cares about clam football though? Why would an inferior, less skilled, less athletically impressive version of the sport get the same respect? Shall we start giving trophies to the under 10s 5-a-side at the local park as well?
You are just bitter that your favourites didn't win or get higher rankings....
England need a goal scorer like Bunny shaw who will pounce on any ball
aggie is there, has proven she scores when given the chances (even as a sub) but is not even given a single minute in freindlies
Bunny isnt eligible and is over used and over relied on at City which showed up last year when she accrued injury on top of injury in time for them to falter in their key closing games. She might be damaged when needed.