Tag: Jessie Fleming

Canada 2-1 Ireland – Women’s World Cup – Match Analysis

by Rhys Desmond, posted in Coach Education, Match Analysis, Women's Football

After a 0-0 draw against Nigeria where they showed some promise but ultimately failed to get the job done, Canada came out of the gates shell-shocked against Ireland. Leading into the match, I broke down three key areas where Ireland would hurt Canada. Unfortunately for Canada, all three of these items came to life against Ireland, and they looked a team lacking identity. But then everything changed in the second half, and finally they got going, with the help of some experienced heads. Here is our analysis of the match between Canada and Ireland, and how the Canadians turned things around.

How Canada can beat Ireland – Women’s World Cup 2023 – Tactical Analysis

by Rhys Desmond, posted in Masterclasses, Match Analysis, Team Analysis, Women's Football

After a disappointing first match against Nigeria, Canada will be hoping to improve upon their performance against an intense Irish side, fully ready to do battle. Here is what Canada must keep in mind as they prepare for their second match of the 2023 Women's World Cup against Ireland.

Women’s World Cup 2023 Preview – Jessie Fleming & Ashley Lawrence

by Rhys Desmond, posted in Attacking Midfield, Central Midfield, Fullback, Masterclasses, Player Analysis, Wing-Back, Winger, Women's Football

Canada are by no means one of the favourites heading into the World Cup despite their success at the Olympics, and key players like Ashley Lawrence and Jessie Fleming will endeavour to change that narrative around. Here is why new Chelsea teammates Lawrence and Fleming will be critical to Canada's success this summer.

Emma Hayes – Chelsea – Tactical Analysis (2022-23)

by Rhys Desmond, posted in Coach Education, Managers, Masterclasses, Team Analysis, Women's Football

Over the past decade, few managers in the world of football have achieved more than Emma Hayes at Chelsea. Having now won the FA Cup and WSL title in back to back seasons with the Blues, the Chelsea legend will now have her eyes on the greatest prize of all in club football - the UEFA Champions League. Fortunately for her, Chelsea are in the form of their lives at the moment, and currently boast what is possibly the greatest squad they've ever had. The likes of Lyon and Barcelona will be difficult to beat, but Chelsea are in good shape to go this season with a near unbeaten record, and challenge for that elusive trophy once and for all. Here is our analysis of Emma Hayes' Chelsea in 2022-23.

Chelsea 3-2 Manchester City – Women’s FA Cup Final Analysis

by Rhys Desmond, posted in Match Analysis, Most Recent, Women's Football

What a game. If you missed this one, seriously, go back and watch the explosion of emotions and hard-felt performances across the pitch in Chelsea's narrow 3-2 win over Manchester City. The Citizens were dominant on the day going forward, yet Chelsea kept pushing and probing to take the lead not once, not twice, but three times. Their relentless goal-scoring when the odds seemed stacked against them ensured City always had an uphill battle to climb, and eventually became too big of a task for Gareth Taylor's team. Here is our match analysis of the 2022 Women's FA Cup Final between Chelsea and City.

32 Greatest Canadian Women’s National Team Players of All Time

by Rhys Desmond, posted in Podcast, Women's Football, World Football

Rhys is joined by Canada Soccer expert Sam the Man to discuss the 32 greatest players to ever play for the Canadian Women's National Soccer Team. For the first time ever, the winner is declared before the show even begins, but Rhys and Sam still go through the bracket to see how everything will play out. Players discussed include the likes of the illustrious Diana Matheson, Sophie Schmidt, Charmaine Hooper and of course, the one and only, all-time great Christine Sinclair.

How Canada Could Line Up at the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup

by Rhys Desmond, posted in Women's Football, World Football

After a dominant display against Mexico in Canada's final World Cup sendoff before the 2019 World Cup, The Mastermind Site takes a look at how Canada could line-up at this year's tournament in France. GOALKEEPER: STEPHANIE LABBÉ Stephanie Labbé has had a bright start to life with North Carolina Courage, keeping 2 clean sheets in her first … Continue reading How Canada Could Line Up at the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup