RFC Eagle

There's no doubt the Lionesses are tactically ahead of the men's team with their ability to adjust to each situation with minimal managerial input during the game. Technically we've seen some impressive goals (2 in the final plus at least 2 from Russo and others during the tournament). Maybe not as physical or as quick but it's a different game to the mens game and, often, more enjoyable. Refreshing to see an England team all playing for each other and with a confidence rarely seen with their male counterparts.

Hi can I have 16 when you get the transfer please? If that's gone just put me down for one that's available.

He was highly regarded when he was at Man United few years back. Turned down a contract offer there. Available on a pre-contract so not much of a risk and has had a decent start to the season at Blackburn.

Can't remember when I switched but use Amazon pretty regularly so I'm just over £13 so far. The Foundation should promote this more, its such an easy set up.

With a game in hand and 2 points ahead of that lot.

They did get Arsenal in the draw at lunch time.

There's no way that was a red, it was a yellow at worst, Fagerson has gone in perfectly. Its the problem with modern rugby. The officials seem to forget its a contact sport.

Anyone recognise the number 9 from this FA Cup teamsheet? His team won 7-6 on penalties.

The Maguire incident was checked and the VAR officials said no red card. It doesn't get announced if its a negative check but not a goal. VAR was supposed to be for 'clear and obvious' errors. The offside nonsense is way beyond that. They are taking minimal calls. If they stick to the 'clear and obvious' principle then I'd have less of an issue.

No he will never be eligible. The Home Nations have a 5 years of education in the country rule to stop that sort of thing happening. Unless he was at school in Scotland for 5 years prior to 18 he wont get in.

You can see the team mate running on to the ball. Anderson was always doing tricks like that at Man United.

It will be some time before womens football gets close to the EPL or La Liga. The US league has been a disaster. It needs careful handling to grow sustainably. The WSL seem to be being cautious with their promotion of the game. Man United will play, predominantly, at Leigh Sports Village, only selected games will move to Old Trafford if thats seen to be the best for the team. Arsenal (the current champions) have played at Borehamwood for years. I'm sure they'll look for bigger premises in the near future but regular matches at the Emirates are a way off.

The overheads are much smaller, the wages are, considerably lower, and so financing for the womens game is a minor inconvenience in the scheme of things. That, along with attracting a new audience and, new sponsors, mitigates any losses. Of course there is a way to go but, in a short space of time, significant progress has been made.

31,000 at the the Etihad yesterday would beg to differ that 'theres no appetite' for it. The WSL has made great progress in a very short time. Improving the skill levels and the competitiveness of the leagues will help. The fact that few womens teams had support from established clubs was part of the issue.

Wednesday 18th apparently. They played Warrenpoint today.