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- Souza says Arsenal are in for another "big fight" against City | On Her Side
Defender Rafaelle Souza expects another big test against Manchester City as they come up against them for the second time in four days Back Souza says Arsenal are in for another "big fight" against City Defender Rafaelle Souza expects another big test against Manchester City as they come up against them for the second time in four days 10 February 2023 Arsenal defender Rafaelle spoke to the press after the Gunners 1-0 win over Manchester City in the Conti Cup semi-final. Here is what she had to say. What was it like defending against Bunny Shaw and Manchester City’s attack? Rafaelle said “the whole team did well defending because not conceding a goal against them is really hard and I think we did a great job as a team but especially to not let her score is special for us but we have to do it all on Saturday again (Arsenal play Man City in the WSL then).” When was the back three idea introduced to the squad (Jonas Eidevall said later this was the first time he has used this formation at Arsenal)? Responding, Rafaelle said “they started working on it this week but it is just not for this game, I think we like having different styles of play and we can play different styles.” What was Jonas’ thinking about moving you to the right side of defence when Jen Beattie came on? “He was telling me to go in then find the outside wingers, and also because I played on the left, in the middle and on the right, I think it is good for me so I can play all over the pitch, I think it is good for the team but I will always give my best, doesn’t matter where I am going to play” Rafaelle said How does it feel to be in your first cup final in England? Rafaelle answered by saying “ It feels so brilliant, I am so happy. My first final with this team, I think we deserve it. We work so hard, we have been working the whole year on this and think we deserve it.” How do you stay focused at the end of extra-time? “We have to carry on the energy, like from the team, we put in good work today, and for me as a defender I have to be concentrating and be focused for the whole game, especially when we scored and got a lot of pressure on our team, but I think we did a good job as a team together defending” respond Rafaelle. Does it come into your mind you are playing Man City again on Saturday? “We know we have a tough game on Saturday but now we have to think about rest and have a good sleep because the next game will be another big fight” concluded Rafaelle. News
- Alessia Russo
Get to know every member of the current Lionesses squad. Lionesses Squad Alessia Russo The backheel assassin herself Alessia Russo is becoming a regular face on game days and it’s proving to be increasingly beneficial. The Manchester United striker gives the Lionesses’ forward line something altogether compelling; a buoyant point of reference to target. Russo is adaptable and has experience in playing out wide, however she is most effective when stationed in the centre as a no. 9. Using her physicality, Russo likes to put the pressure on and strongly contest for the ball, thus causing her to have quite the presence in the area. Russo is a capable dribbler, and is also a willing runner, which leaves England in good stead when using quick transitions. Finally, Russo is extremely good in the air adding further element to her layered abilities Photograph courtesy of the FA.
- "This is massive for us" says Pattinson as Brighton progress in the FA Cup | On Her Side
Poppy Pattinson spoke to the media after booking their place in the FA Cup semi-finals Back "This is massive for us" says Pattinson as Brighton progress in the FA Cup Poppy Pattinson spoke to the media after booking their place in the FA Cup semi-finals Cameron Smith/Getty 20 March 2023 By Paul Donegan Poppy Pattinson scored the opening goal direct from a corner in Brighton & Hove Albion’s 2-0 win against Birmingham City in the FA Cup on Sunday. When asked about the goal after the match, Pattison said “I am left footed, it is an inswinging corner, we loaded the six-yard box and it went all the way in” . She added that set pieces are important in every game and they have been working on them in the last couple of weeks. “I can’t complain with the goal” remarked Pattinson. Reacting to getting through to the semi-finals, the Brighton left back said she is “over the moon, and that was the aim coming into the game”. Pattinson noted the whole team are buzzing after the win and “this is massive for us”. She feels they have been gaining momentum over the last few weeks despite the results, and have “felt together as a team, working together, learning and building relationships and can see that today.” Asked about how they have regrouped in the last fortnight since Amy Merricks became interim head coach, Pattinson commented “that football is up and down, it is about how you deal with these things”. She feels that they have dealt with it well, and concluded by saying that “we fight for each other and that showed today.” News
- Lauren James
Get to know every member of the current Lionesses squad. Lionesses Squad Lauren James Widely regarded as one of the rawest footballing talents the country has ever seen, Lauren James is simply magnificent to watch. The Chelsea forward can play in just about any attacking position and deals with whatever she is tasked with radiating collectedness. It is almost as if James defies time and space when she is in possession. Everyone and everything around her appear to stand still as she motors toward goal, darting around opponents as if they are nothing more than cones marked out on a training ground. With pressing qualities as well as defensive substance, James’ ludicrous speed paired with her ease on the ball is just the tip of the iceberg. There is no other way to describe James’ game than to define it as inexplicably cool, but the real exhilaration comes in knowing that she is nowhere near her prime. Mark these words, Lauren James will define a generation. Photograph courtesy of the FA.
- On the red carpet with Fara Williams | On Her Side
England's most capped player Fara Williams talks FIFA and the WSL at the Women's Football Summit On the red carpet with Fara Williams Thursday, 27 October 2022 By Charlotte Stacey England's most capped player Fara Williams talks FIFA and the WSL at the Women's Football Summit Charlotte Stacey | Getty Images Any self-respecting fan of women’s football knows the name Fara Williams. As England’s most capped player with 172 caps during her career, as well as a wealth of experience at a number of top-flight clubs, Williams knows a thing or two about the women’s game. We caught up with Williams at the Women’s Football Summit presented by EA to chat all things FIFA and to get her take on the new Women’s Super League season, here’s what she had to say… The development of FIFA games… “I could never have imagined this! You know, I played Fifa as a kid but only ever the men’s teams that were involved, and even you think of the graphics back then as well they all pretty much looked the same! You couldn’t identify players!” EA Sports hosting a women’s football event… “So, I never imagined anything like this, but I think it’s fantastic. Certainly, EA Sport and FIFA23 have grown the women’s game. The game has been growing for the 10-15 years, we won the Euro’s, it’s perfect with this brand and now the game is coming into its own and it’s fantastic.” Predications for this season… “It’s difficult, I always think Chelsea are going to come out on top in the end. But in terms of Manchester United, I think they’ve done well. So far though, they’ve played opposition I would expect them to beat so right now it’s difficult to fully judge them.” Could a team pip Chelsea to the post… “Manchester City have had a tough start, so it’s difficult. Arsenal look impressive but now they’ve got two massive injuries at centre-half. Everton look really good in their opening games even though they lost the first one. “But Chelsea, they showed themselves. In terms that Chelsea are still that level. But it’ll be an interesting one, I think teams will take points off each other… but Chelsea are going to win.” You can catch Williams as part of the punditry and commentary teams on games selected for television broadcast.
- Niamh Charles | On Her Side
Back Niamh Charles (Reserve) Club Chelsea Position Midfielder D.O.B 21/06/1999 Bio Chelsea’s Charles is a player that can seemingly slot into any formation that is presented. Her first season with the Blues has been exceptional and she has shown a great amount of positional potential. Charles has played in both left sided and right sided positions and in both attacking and defensive roles demonstrating a clear and prepared adaptability. via Niamh Charles Twitter E3
- Ellie Roebuck
Get to know every member of the current Lionesses squad. Lionesses Squad Ellie Roebuck Although she’s still only in her early twenties, Manchester City’s Ellie Roebuck has long been on the scene having made her senior debut back in 2018. Roebuck was a regular feature for England throughout the youth age groups and has a growing amount of international experience to her name. Roebuck and Sandy MacIver were both selected to play in the 2021 Olympic Games, in which Roebuck donned the gloves as Team GB’s number one. Roebuck is now firmly back between the sticks for her club after spending some time out with injury last year and is once again showcasing her perceptive and quick movement. Roebuck is perhaps the most agile of Wiegman’s keepers, using her quick footwork and sudden shifts of weight to execute effective body position. Roebuck is also known for her ‘sweeper’ abilities and is aware enough to come some way off her line to tidy up without compromising readiness to protect the goal. Photograph courtesy of the FA.
- Get to know: Group A | On Her Side
Quick guide to the teams in Group A Euro's Information and News Get to know: Group A Girls on the Ball By Paul Donegan 7 July 2022 Northern Ireland Northern Ireland qualified for their first finals after beating Ukraine 4-1 on aggregate in a play-off. They had finished as runners-up to Norway in Group C who they will play again in the finals group stage. They are the lowest ranked team in the Euro’s, and all the players turned professional at the start of the year for the build up to the tournament. FIFA Ranking – 47th Manager – Kenny Shiels Squad 1. Jacqueline Burns (BK Hacken) 2. Rebecca McKenna (Lewes) 3. Demi Vance (Rangers) 4. Sarah McFadden (Durham) 5. Julia Nelson (Crusaders Strikers) 6. Ashley Hutton (Linfield) 7. Chloe McCarron (Glentoran) 8. Marissa Callaghan (Cliftonville) 9. Simone Magill (unattached) 10. Rachel Furness (Liverpool) 11. Kirsty McGuinness (Cliftonville) 12. Becky Flaherty (Brighouse Town) 13. Kelsie Burrows (Cliftonville) 14. Lauren Wade (Glentoran) 15. Rebecca Holloway (Racing Louisville) 16. Nadene Caldwell (Glentoran) 17. Laura Rafferty (Southampton) 18. Louise McDaniel (Cliftonville) 19. Emily Wilson (Crusaders Strikers) 20. Joely Andrews (Glentoran) 21. Caitlin McGuinness (Cliftonville) 22. Abbie Magee (Cliftonville) 23. Shannon Turner (Wolverhampton Wanderers) Norway Norway qualified as a group winner with 6 wins from 6 (2 games were cancelled). This will be their 12th appearance in the finals. They won it in 1987 and 1993 and have finished runners-up on another four occasions. Ada Hegerberg is the all-time top scorer in the UEFA Women’s Champions League is included in the squad after recently returning to play for her country after a five year absence. FIFA Ranking – 11th Manager – Martin Sjogren Squad 1. Guro Petterson (Valerenga) 2. Anja Sonstevold (Inter Milan) 3. Maria Thorisdottir (Manchester United) 4. Tuva Hansen (SK Brann) 5. Guro Bergsvand (SK Brann) 6. Maren Mjelde (Chelsea) 7. Ingrid Syrasted Engen (Barcelona) 8. Vilde Boa Rise (Manchester United) 9. Karina Saevik (Avaldsnes) 10. Caroline Graham Hansen (Barcelona) 11. Guro Reiten (Chelsea) 12. Sunniva Skoglund (Stabaek) 13. Celin Bizet Ildhusoy (Paris Saint-Germain) 14. Ada Hegerberg (Lyon) 15. Amalie Eikeland (Reading) 16. Lisa Fjeldstad Naalsund (SK Brann) 17. Julie Blakstad (Manchester City) 18. Frida Maanum (Arsenal) 19. Elisabeth Terland (SK Brann) 20. Synne Skinnes Hansen (Rosenborg) 21. Anna Josendal (Rosenborg) 22. Sophie Roman Haug (Roma) 23. Aurora Mikalsen (SK Brann) Austria Austria will be taking part in their second finals. In 2017 they lost on penalties to Denmark in the semi-finals. They qualified as one of the three best group runners-up having finished behind France in Group G. FIFA Ranking – 21st Manager – Irene Fuhrmann Squad 1. Manuela Zinsberger (Arsenal) 2. Marina Georgieva (SC Sand) 3. Katharina Naschenweng (1899 Hoffenheim) 4. Celina Degen (1. FC Koln) 5. Maria Plattner (Turbine Potsdam) 6. Katharina Schiechtl (Werder Bremen) 7. Carina Wenninger (Roma) 8. Barbara Dunst (Eintracht Frankfurt) 9. Sarah Zadrazil (Bayern Munich) 10. Laura Feiersinger (Eintracht Frankfurt) 11. Viktoria Schnaderbeck (unattached) 12. Laura Wienroither (Arsenal) 13. Lisa Kolb (SC Freiburg) 14. Marie-Therese Hobinger (FC Zurich) 15. Nicole Billa (1899 Hoffenheim) 16. Jasmin Eder (St. Polten) 17. Sarah Puntigam (1. FC Koln) 18. Julia Hickelsberger-Fuller (1899 Hoffenheim) 19. Verena Hanshaw (Eintracht Frankfurt) 20. Lisa Makas (Austria Wien) 21. Isabella Kresche (St. Polten) 22. Stefanie Enzinger (St. Polten) 23. Jasmin Pal (1. FC Koln)
- Super Sub Rachel Williams heads United through against Spirited Saints | Match Report
Two off the bench for Rachel Williams to send the Red Devils to the next round of the FA Cup Back Match Report Super Sub Rachel Williams heads United through against Spirited Saints Two off the bench for Rachel Williams to send the Red Devils to the next round of the FA Cup Manchester United Women 11 February 2024 By Finley Chung Two headed goals off the bench for Rachel Williams saw Manchester United overcome a very spirited Southampton side at The Silverlake Stadium. Ella Toone had given United the lead with a stunning goal, but a leveller from Lexi Lloyd Smith midway through the second half appeared to put the tie back in the melting pot, however a headed double from Williams off the bench saved United’s bacon and sent them through to the Quarter Finals. To reach this stage, Southampton have seen off Portsmouth in Round Three and Sunderland in Round Four, with a 3-1 victory over their South Coast rivals before Christmas, with Jemma Purfield scoring the winner on 72 minutes to set up the Round Four tie with Sunderland. The second game in this years competition was a much ‘easier’ affair, with a Katie Wilkinson brace secured a 2-0 win at Sunderland to set up a first ever meeting in any competition with Manchester United. Last years Cup runners up have only played once in this terms FA Cup, seeing off a spirited Newcasstle side 5-0 thanks to a Nikita Parris brace and further goals from Rachel Williams, Ella Toone and Melvine Malard. Southampton boss, Marianne Spacey-Cale made one change from last weeks league defeat, bringing in Alice Griffiths for Sophia Pharaoh. Man United handed a start to Gemma Evans with Jayde Riviere being ruled out after picking up an injury in last weekends win over Brighton, with Leah Galton also replacing Geyse in The Red Devils’ only two changes. The championship side got the game underway in the South Coast sunshine with a long kick off routine that Man United saw off and Hannah Blundell immediately looked for Nikita Parris with a over the top pass, but it rolled out of play before the flying winger could get there. Lisa Naalsund had the first effort of t4he game just two minutes in, after Leah Galton drove down the wing and cut inside before laying it off, but the centre midfielders effort was weak and was an easy hold for Kayla Rendell in the Saints goal. The visitors soon made their early dominance pay with a stunning strike from Ella Toone. Millie Turner won the ball back inside the Saints half and set Galton away before she pulled it back for Toone who unleashed a pearler of a shot into the bottom left corner, leaving Rendell with no chance and giving United an early lead. Gemma Evans very nearly set United on their way to a second constantly afterwards, but her clipped ball towards Parris couldn’t be trapped by United’s in form star. Toone once again made a menacing run behind the Saints’ back line before twisting and turning Megan Collett, but her cross was well claimed by Rendell. United so nearly had a second on the 20 minute mark but somehow the hosts survived. First, Nikita Parris was fed through but her low effort came back off the post, which fell invitingly to Galton who seemingly had an empty net if not for some brilliant Megan Collett defending to throw herself infront of the shot and clear it off the line. United’s number eleven was Saints’ chief tormentor in the opening exchanges, once again bursting away from her marker before spooning a cross into the middle which couldn’t be reached by her team mates. Katie Zelem was the next to have a poke at doubling United’s lead, firing a low free kick around the wall but it whistled inches wide. Just after the half hour, Saints had their first effort on target as an in-swinging free kick from deep fell kindly to Alice Griffiths but her effort was blocked by a melee of United bodies. This led to a good spell of possession and pressure for the Saints, their most sustained of the game but Collet’s cross looped out pf play before making the box. United probed going forward again and there was no surprise to anyone that Galton was at the heart, racing onto a Zelem through pass but seeing her cutback put behind for a corner which ultimately came to nothing. Southampton were digging in and defending deep and did very well to clear a dangerous United move after Parris had pulled the ball back into Zelem. United saw out the half with one final chance, with Maya Le Tissier lofting an effort into the arms of Saints keeper, Kayla Rendell. HT - Southampton 0-1 Man United Spacey-Cale made a change at half time, bringing on Lexis Lloyd-Smith for Alice Griffiths. Southampton had the first sighting of goal in the second half , with Jemma Purfield swinging a free kick into the middle but Atlanta Primus’ header was easy pickings for Mary Earps in the United goal. Megan Collett continued her fine performance at right back for The Saints, defending expertly up against Lisa Naalsund to snuff out upcoming United danger. The Hosts then had their keeper to thank fior only being a goal down, with Nikita Parris latching onto a through ball from Naalsund and firing a low effort goanward which Rendell got down really well to save. Southamptons chances to break relied on the ever energetic Molly Pike and it did look at one stage like she had a clean run through on goal, but Earps was alive to the danger mopped up the loose ball. Parris had a massive chance to put the game beyond the reach of the hosts just after the hour, taking down another Naalsund through ball and turning inside her defender with ease, but her effort was straight at Rendell in The Saints goal. That miss proved so costly minutes later, as half time substitute Lexi Lloyd Smith smashed in an equaliser which sent The Silverlake into delirium and bring the Championship side level. Marc Skinner responded with a double change, introducing Rachel Williams and Irene Guerrero in place of Melvine Malard and Lisa Naalsund. Saints had their tails up now and so nearly had a second afterwards, with Megan Collett steaming down the wing and crossing for Molly Pike, but the latter’s header drifted into the arms of Earps. Southamption then made their own double change, with Megan Collett and Atlanta Primus being replaced by Ella Morris and Sophia Pharaoh. Pike was once again at the heart of things for Southampton, spinning away from her marker and feeding Katie Wilkinson who rode a challenge but her effort was a easy hold once again for Earps. United;s super sub, Rachel Williams then proved her worth off the bench with quarter of an hour to go, after brilliant work down the left, the super sub rose above her marker to power the header past Rendell and put United back infront. Milly Mott was then carded after a foul on Parris just to the right of the Saints box, but the set piece was confidently punched clear by Rendell. United finally put the game out of reach of The Hosts, after a Katie Zelem corner was once again met by Williams who’s header squirmed through the legs of Rendell and despite the best efforts of The Saints defence, was adjudged to have crossed the line by referee, Jade Wardle. After the goal, Ella Toone was then withdrawn for Hayley Ladd as we entered the final seven minutes of play. Saints felt further aggrieved by the officials as an effort appeared to be charged down and blocked by a hand of a United player, but the referee was unmoved despite numerous appeals. Molly Pike was then withdrawn in place of Megan Wynne as we entered 7 minutes of added time . Somehow, the Saints didn’t give themselves a chane at a comeback in added time as Lucia Kendall’s shot trickled past Mary Earps and came back off the post, Millie Turner was then replaced by Aoife Mannion for Marc Skinners side for some fresh legs at the back. The game was seen out with Saints continuing to put a shift in and not disgracing themselves against last seasons FA Cup Silver Medalists who advance into the Quarter Finals of this years competition. Full Time - Southampton 1-3 Manchester United Saints - Lexi Lloyd Smith 65’ Manchester United - Ella Toone 6’. Rachel Williams 74’, 82’. Attendance - 4,554.
- Jill Scott | On Her Side
Back Jill Scott Club Everton (loan) [Manchester City] Position Midfielder D.O.B 02/02/1987 Bio Lionesses and Manchester City veteran Scott has been placed in just about every situation. Spirited, persevering with a fine passing skillset and a stamina that rivals those ten years her junior, Scott has remained integral to any side she plays in. Scott’s time loaned out to Everton this season certainly did the trick in keeping her fresh in the mind as the familiar midfielder heavily impressed once again. Girls on the Ball C4
- Ellie Brazil suffers knee injury | On Her Side
The Seagulls star will be out for the rest of the season Back Ellie Brazil suffers knee injury The Seagulls star will be out for the rest of the season Brighton and Hove Albion 7 May 2022 By Charlotte Stacey Brighton and Hove Albion have confirmed that striker Ellie Brazil will remain on the sidelines for the rest of the season. The 23-year-old suffered a meniscus tear in her right knee whilst on international duty with Lionesses U-23s. The club have stated that Brazil is due to undergo surgery with an expected recovery period of 6-12 weeks. News
- Vinberg pokes home first Spurs goal | Match Report
Matilda Vinberg’s early goal was enough as Spurs edged out Leicester City in a largely forgettable encounter in E10 Back Match Report Vinberg pokes home first Spurs goal Matilda Vinberg’s early goal was enough as Spurs edged out Leicester City in a largely forgettable encounter in E10 Spurs Women 17 March 2024 By Finley Chung Spurs boss, Robert Vilahamn made two changes from his side that historically beat Manchester City last weekend, with Drew Spence and Matilda Vinberg came in for Olga Ahitnen and the injured Martha Thomas, who sustained a hamstring injury in training this week. As for Leicester, Lena Petermann and Yuka Momiki came into the side, in place of Courtney Nevin and Emilla Pelgander. Spurs flew out the traps early on and after Becky Spencer collected a deep free kick from Leicester, she released a stunning sidewinding goal kick into the path of Celin Bizet, who knocked it onto the path of Drew Spence, then onto Jess Naz who curled a stunning ball round a stretched Leicester defence into the path of Matilda Vinberg who got there before the Leicester goalkeeper to tap the ball home and give Spurs their earliest lead of the season. As quickly as Spurs went ahead, they nearly caught themselves napping at the other end but Luana Buhler was able to get round on the cover to deny Leicester a shot at goal. Grace Clinton then picked up the ball in a dangerous position and lashed a left footed effort wide of Lize Kop’s left hand post. It was then almost an unbekliveble goal from Tottenham’s Drew Spence, who linked up brilliantly with Naz and sent a dipping effort towards the goal, but Kop was able to tip the ball onto the crossbar and the visitors were able to smuggle the ball away. Spence was once again at the heart of proceedings for Spurs, nicking the ball high up and feeding Vinberg, who elected to cut back onto her left foot, before seeing her effort blocked, with the Jamaican Spence, unable to latch onto the rebound. The visitors then had their first effort on target just after the 15 minute mark, with Sadri Takarada latching onto a loose ball but her effort flew harmlessly into the gloves of Becky Spencer in the Spurs goal. The Foxes then put together another quick attack, with Jutta Rantala teeing up the returning Petermann, but the latter’s effort lacked conviction and was an easy save for Spencer. Amanda Nilden then had to be well positioned in the right place at the back post as the ball came across to Petermann, but the Swede was extremely well placed to clear the danger. Yuka Momiki was next to line up a Leicester effort, but her shot was charged down by a melee of Spurs bodies. Spurs then once again won the ball high as they pressed for a second, with Jess Naz winning it high this time and feeding Celin Bizet, who’s first touch let her down and Leicester put the ball behind for a corner, which came to nothing. Leicester then worked a good opportunity down the Spurs right again, with the ball finding Momiki in acres of space, but her effort was pushed wide of the goal by Spencer. Petermann then had another chance for The Foxes, but her effort was well blocked by the attentive Buhler after the ball fell to her in the box. Spurs still had the slender one goal lead and Celin Bizet did her best to improve that just before half time, but her effort went wide of Kop’s left hand post. Aileen Whelan had Leicester’s final chance of a half that they had finished strongly, striding forward and seeing her effort saved by Becky Spencer, who then pulled off a stunning second save to deny Petermann in the final action of the half. Half Time - Spurs 1-0 Leicester Robert Vilahamn did make a change to his side at the break, bringing off the impressive Drew Spence, replacing her with Kit Graham. Another two changes for Spurs, seeing Celin Bizet and Matilda Vinberg re4placed by Rosella Ayanne and Beth England in the 53rd minute, with this change seeing the Moroccan clock up 100 appearances for Spurs. Leicester were probing again, and Jutta Rantala found herself in behind Ashleigh Neville and crashed an effort off the inside of the post which bounced fortunately to safety for Spurs, with Spencer beaten. Bethany England then found herself in space down the left hand channel charging towards the Leicester box, she cut inside and then tried a clever reverse effort back across the keeper, but Kop was able to get two good hands behind the ball. Leicester then rolled the dice for the first time, bringing off Lena Petermann for Deanne Rose, whilst Spurs withdrew Grace Clinton for Romana Petzelberger. There were then two more Leicester changes, as Josie Green and Emilia Pelgander replaced Julie Thibauld and the impressive, Yuka Momikl. Vilahamn then made his fifth and final change, with Evelina Summanen being replaced by Olga Ahtinen. Leicester found themselves with a free kick in a promising position, but Rantala drilled her effort straight at the Spurs wall and with time ticking down, you felt that it might’ve been Leicester’s best chance. In the aftermath of the free kick, Courtney Nevin replaced Janice Cayman. Spurs were denied a second near the end by some miraculous Leicester defending, with Bentany England’s right footed effort saved well, before Rosella Ayanne couldn’t mark appearance number 100 with a goal as her effort was superbly blocked by a number off Leicester bodies. Jess Naz had showed her excellence and value to Spurs all afternoon, but none more so than winning the ball in her own half and running more than 50 yards before drawing a foul near the corner to allow Spurs to breathe, just as the board went up for five added minutes. The hosts thought they had sewn up the points after Petzelberger played through England who slotted home, but the Spurs captain was adjudged to be offside and the celebrations were cut short. A chorus of cheers greeted the referee’s full time whistle, which saw Spurs secure their first three points since the end of January and move them onto 22 points thanks to Matilda Vinberg’s first goal for the club. Full Time - Spurs 1-0 Leicester City Spurs = Vinberg 2’.












