SYDNEY : England will have to produce the game of their lives if they are to make history by beating Spain in the Women's World Cup final to secure a first global title, captain Millie Bright said on Saturday. Bright said the significance of Sunday's match, both for the players and an expectant nation, wa
SYDNEY : England will have to produce the game of their lives if they are to make history by beating Spain in the Women's World Cup final to secure a first global title, captain Millie Bright said on Saturday.
"We've got a game plan that we have to go out and execute but I think everyone knows how big this is. I think it's been players' dreams for years. The calm professionalism that Bright exuded on the eve of the biggest match of her career was perhaps a reflection of the style of coach Sarina Wiegman, who led England to their first major title at last year's Euros."We don't fear making mistakes and for me that is the biggest thing. Football is such a beautiful thing but I think maybe when you play it a little bit hesitant, you don't see the best in people.
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