The commercial viability of Mary Earps’ shirt is a bonus to consider. However, it is important to address the issues surrounding the jersey, such as the problems with fit and sizing. These problems can be overcome with proper adjustments and improvements. Additionally, if England starts winning games, the mood music will surely change.
In their first game of the tournament, England will be facing Haiti, a World Cup debutant. Despite the presence of talented players like Melchie Dumornay from Lyon, it is highly unlikely that England will not emerge victorious.
Group D consists of Denmark and China, making England the favorites to advance as winners. In the last 16, their opponents could be Australia, Canada, Nigeria, or the Republic of Ireland. A decisive victory in today’s match will demonstrate that England is a serious contender for the tournament title.
The kick-off is scheduled for 10:30am BST/7:30pm AEST.
Key Events:
– Half time: England leads 1-0 against Haiti.
– Good news: Georgia Stanway scores a twice-taken, VAR-awarded penalty, giving England the lead.
– England struggled to break through Haiti’s determined defense, but were relieved when Roselord Borgella missed a great chance at 0-0.
– There were a few concerning signs in the first half, with nervous defenders and impatient attackers. It didn’t feel like we were watching Sarina Wiegman’s team.
– Georgia Stanway is booked for a late challenge on Pierre-Louis.
– England’s attacking play lacks subtlety, and Ella Toone has been unusually quiet.
– Keira Walsh’s involvement in the game seems minimal, which is a problem for England. They may need to consider playing with two No6s if this continues.
– Haiti has been on the offensive, with Dumornay creating opportunities. Borgella had three chances, but only the first one was a clear opportunity.
– The atmosphere in the stadium is lively, with fans enjoying refreshments before the match.
– England’s defense has been shaky, with Millie Bright returning to the field for the first time since March.
– Borgella misses a chance by heading wide, with a crucial touch off an England head.
– Roselord Bogella works a short corner and delivers a dangerous cross that Borgella heads wide again. England’s defense is challenged.
– Russo has a chance but mistimes an attempted header, hitting her shoulder and missing the goal.
– There is an ongoing discussion about a late challenge by an American player on a Vietnamese player, which VAR has not addressed.
– England’s best opportunities have come through Kelly and Bronze on the right side, but their play has been disjointed.
– The stadium atmosphere is not as lively as expected, with the FIFA razzmatazz dampening the mood.
– Hemp has a chance but chests the ball into the hands of Theus, caught between a header and a volley.
– Earps calmly turns away from Dumornay’s pressuring.
– Russo’s cross is claimed by Theus at the second attempt.
– The match between these two teams of differing resources creates anticipation for an upset, although England remains the favorite.
– Dumornay attempts an overhead kick but misses.
– Jennfyer Limage is stretchered off the field due to an injury.
– Georgia Stanway scores a penalty to give England a 1-0 lead.
– The penalty is retaken due to the goalkeeper being off her line, but Kerly Theus saves it.
– Another VAR check confirms a penalty for England due to handball.
– Limage is helped off the field in tears, possibly experiencing a knee ligament strain.
– Russo wins a corner for England by overpowering Limage.
The match promises an exciting competition, even for neutral viewers. Carolyn Harris is following the game in Flemish on Belgian TV and relies on the updates for details.
Source: https://www.theguardian.com/football/2023/jul/20/england-haiti-womens-world-cup-2023-live
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