'Achieving two finals in two major competitions is not something to criticize' says a Telegraph reader. Photo: Zach Goodwin/Pennsylvania.
The Lionesses lost to Spain in the Women's World Cup final on Sunday.
Mary Earps saved Jennifer Hermoso's penalty in the second half, but it wasn't enough to prevent England's agonizing defeat. Superb counter-attacks and possession of the ball made the Spaniards champions in 2023.
Telegraph readers praised both teams: Spain for their skillful play and victory, England for their efforts to reach the final. However, many readers expressed their disappointment that England was outwitted.
Praise Spain «Spain looked healthier, faster and hungrier»
Chris Dawson:«Spain looked healthier, faster and hungrier.» , tactically superior in every way. The referee was the worst player on the field, but even her bad play could not affect the score. The England management team had no answers and made the changes too late. Spain was just better.”
Jane Marple: “Congratulations, Spain. They definitely had a more qualified team — although it must be said that their diving, antics and referees did not help the cause of England. Cache: “Spain should have sent off the player. The referee realized that the second warning was red and changed his mind.
“At the same time, Spain were by far the best team. It could have been more than 1:0, so we can't complain about that note. Although this is certainly progress. Over the past few years, the ladies have performed well and won one trophy. The men also made it to the final. After years of complete failure, our game has improved.»
«Without a doubt, the best team won»
Vernon Kell:“Honestly, in terms of skill, the Spanish team was miles ahead of the English team, just like in the men's game. It seems to be a national trait — mostly muscles, a little bit.
“The best team won, no doubt, so there is nothing to be ashamed of. And we have the best goalkeeper in the world. Nice try.”
Hugh Jerkwijk:“Congratulations Spain, well deserved. England had neither pep nor skill. There was nothing ahead, it looked heavy and phlegmatic compared to a very mobile, fit Spain.»
Praise from England»Goalkeeping standards have improved significantly»
Clive Woodbridge: «Mary Earps played well and goaltending standards have improved a lot in the last couple of years. I was surprised Lucy Bronze wasn't replaced. Today we were beaten by a stronger team.»
Jeff Black:«Let's not forget that England were missing the top three players, including the captain. It was too far a bridge.»
Neil Cowie:“We played well until the final, I don’t know. Nerves, fatigue. We just didn't look the same, we lacked drive and excitement as a team.
“Spain were the best team, but it was sad to see time wasted pretending that injured matches came from men's teams. a game. Mainly because the referee let it go.
“But reaching two finals in two major competitions is not something to be neglected. Well done.»
«These women are simply inspiring.»
Nick Jackson: “I really enjoyed watching this match and I watched it with my daughters. These women are very inspiring, and Mary Earps' screams of «fuck off!» were greeted in my house with applause.»
Rosemary Walker:«Congratulations to Spain, well-deserved winners and the best team. English ladies can be proud of their performance. Let's not forget that they made it to the final and will come again.»
Where England went wrong when they won the Euro I expected more'
M O Fr: “Very disappointed with the team. As a Euro winner, I expected more. There were mistakes and sometimes [the players] didn't know what to do with the ball. No decision making. After all the hype, I felt disappointed.
“Maybe I need to set my level as a men's team. Don't expect too much and you won't be so disappointed.»
Ziggy Fraser: «I am so sad. The difference in the end was only one goal scored by Spain due to a terrible mistake by Lucy Bronze. One mistake! Four years of blood, sweat and tears — all down the drain.
«But many commentators were right — the Lionesses were just second only to the Spaniards.»
'Sarina Weigman's team was tactically outwit' ;
Steve Jennings:«It was clear in the first half that Sarina Wigman's team had been tactically outmaneuvered by the Spanish coach.
“She was trying to turn things around at half-time, but the decision to remove both our main strikers and the Women's Super League top scorer when we knew we had to score at least one goal in the second half was confusing to say the least.
“If Gareth Southgate did it, he would be right. killed, but I don't see any comment on how wrong she was in important decisions.»
Graeme Vincent: “England did not fire a single shot. Just like men against France. Bad tactics, poor quality. Wasn't the coach hailed as a superwoman? England held the ball several times in their penalty area, unencircled by anyone. No speed at all. Spain could have scored 10.»
Simon Nack: «We couldn't get enough ball to create enough decent chances. The Spaniards were too smart and skillful to let us use our forces. A very close game.»
«Australia is a long journey to think about what could have been»
Chris Lodge:“I watched it and now I know why I don't usually watch football. England tried, Spain acted very aggressively, which seemed to suit the referee, who was a little cross-eyed at me, but I'm not an expert. ”.
Helen McLean: “I watched the English men win the World Cup as a little girl in 1966 and so I wanted the Lionesses to do the same for women, but let's face it, aside from a failed effort that hit the bar and a couple of other moments, we were way below par and that's the most disappointing aspect for me.
«You hit to the World Cup finals and showed such a performance? Australia is a long journey back to think about what might have been if they had just arrived. What a waste of time.”
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