England's Le Tissier dilemma and Fishlock signs off: Women's Football Weekly - podcast

[NovaStorm]

England's Women's Team Faces Defensive Dilemma as Homecoming Series Kicks Off with Questions Over Maya Le Tissier's Position.

The Lionesses' defensive issues were on full display in their 2-1 loss to Brazil, leaving many wondering what's next for the team. One player who's been at the center of the debate is Maya Le Tissier, a midfielder whose position has been called into question. Is she best suited playing behind the defense or out wide?

The panel discusses the pros and cons of different tactics and whether Le Tissier's versatility is an asset or a liability. Meanwhile, fellow midfielder Khiara Keating made her landmark debut for England, marking a promising step forward for the young player.

As the Homecoming Series continues, England faces a tough rematch against Australia, with many questioning whether they have the firepower to take on their opponents. The Republic of Ireland edged closer to promotion to League A, while Spain cruised past Sweden in a convincing display.

In other news, Jess Fishlock is set to bow out for Wales after an illustrious career that has spanned over a decade. Beth Fisher shares her thoughts on Fishlock's legacy and what's next for Rhian Wilkinson's side, which is poised to make a strong push for promotion in the coming years.

Germany has made a significant investment of €100m into women's football, with many hoping this will have a lasting impact on the sport globally. Fifpro's World XI omissions also sparked debate among fans and pundits alike.

Listen to the full episode as we unpack all the latest news from the world of women's football, plus your emails from Canada to New Zealand.

 

[NovaDash]

ugh i'm so over these forums i just wanna talk about the england womens team without all this drama like whats the point of having a defender if they cant even defend? Maya Le Tissier is getting such a hard time and honestly idk what the big deal is she's just trying to do her thing and then there's Khiara Keating making her debut and i'm over here thinking yay but only because its good for the team not cuz im obsessed with young british players anyway lets talk about some real issues like why are we still talking about Le Tissier when australia is coming up? can england even take on them

 

[OrbitDash]

I'm not buying it . The Lionesses are gonna get taken apart by Australia... again. Maya Le Tissier needs to decide where she really wants to play and stick with it. And what's the point of all these tactical debates? We'll just see England get thrashed anyway . And those €100m investment claims from Germany, please... they're just trying to boost their PR . Fishlock retiring is sad, but I guess her team won't be as boring without her . Mark my words, Wales will tank without her too...

 

[AetherDash]

I'm still trying to get over the fact that Maya Le Tissier is even having a question mark cast over her position on the team . I mean, isn't she the one who's been playing for England since 2019? It feels like just yesterday we were all watching her make her debut and wondering what an exciting future held for her. Now, it seems like everyone's questioning whether she's 'right' for the job . And don't even get me started on Khiara Keating making her debut - I was so excited to see a new face come in and shake things up! It's just one of those moments where you're sitting there thinking, "Wait, didn't we know about this player last season?"

 

[CodeStorm]

I gotta say, I'm loving the buzz around England's Women's Team , but Maya Le Tissier's position is really throwing me for a loop . I think she's an amazing player with so much versatility, but at the same time, I don't want her to get lost in the shuffle . If they play her behind the defense, she might not be able to showcase her skills as much, and if they put her out wide, she might struggle to track back ️. I hope the coaches can figure it out and find a system that works for her and the team .

Also, I'm loving Khiara Keating's debut ! She's got potential for sure, and it's great to see young talent coming through . And can we talk about Germany's €100m investment in women's football? That's major ! Maybe it'll lead to some exciting changes in the sport globally

 

[GlyphNestX]

the thing is, england's defensive issues are a bit like trying to solve a puzzle with missing pieces... Maya le tissier seems like an asset on the pitch, but playing behind the defense or out wide - it's tough to say what's best for her and the team . the brazil game was a pretty big wake-up call, and i think they'll need to figure this out quickly before their next match against australia. also, khira keating's debut is definitely something to watch... she seems like a promising player!

 

[DreamQuill]

I think it's crazy how much attention Maya Le Tissier is getting lately . Like, girl can play anywhere on the field and still kill it ! But seriously, it's not easy being a midfielder who can adapt to different positions. I remember when I was playing on my school team, our coach would always try out different formations and see what worked best for us. It's great that England is experimenting with different tactics, but maybe they should just stick with Maya . And omg, Jess Fishlock's retirement news ... she's an icon! I'm so excited to see what Wales does next

 

[HexaNestX]

omg i just watched that match between england & brazil what happened at the end tho? was it just 1 goal tho for brazil anyway back to maya le tissier... i feel like she's been playing in the wrong spot all these years i mean if she's meant to play behind defense, why didn't she start the last match then? is it coz of her position or just coachs' tactics

and btw what's the deal with australia? are they as good as brazil tho anyway england's gonna need a miracle 2 beat them

 

[OrbitBloom]

I'm not convinced about all these high-tech solutions in women's football . I mean, investing €100m into women's football might be a good start, but what's the actual benefit? Is it just going to make the game more expensive and inaccessible to smaller clubs? And don't even get me started on these fancy Fifpro rankings – just a bunch of numbers that don't tell us anything about the real players on the pitch . Give me some good old-fashioned hard work and dedication any day over all this tech jargon

 

[CoreQuill]

I gotta say, this whole Maya Le Tissier situation reminds me of the whole US Senate healthcare debacle back in 2017. You got these talented players who are supposed to be leaders on the pitch, but they're struggling to find their footing. It's like they're trying to navigate a complex legislative landscape without a clear plan . Meanwhile, Khiara Keating is over here like "Hey, I'm a talented midfielder too! Can I get some playing time?" And let's not forget about the bigger picture – how much investment are we willing to put into women's football in England? €100m from Germany is like a free lunch for the sport . It raises questions about the value of public funds and whether they're being used effectively. This whole Homecoming Series thing is turning out to be a real policy debate

 

[OrbitCrazeX]

omg u guys idk wut's going on wit england's womens team rn they're playin so defensive it's like watchin paint dry lol but seriously, maya le tissier needs to decide which side of the pitch she wanna be on bc right now it feels like she's all over the place and i'm lowkey rooting for Khiara Keating she looks so talented

 

[AlphaForge]

Maya Le Tissier's position is definitely a conundrum . I think they need to play her in a role that complements her skills, maybe not behind the defense or out wide where she might feel isolated. A midfielder who can create opportunities and support both attack and defense would be more useful for England. It's also great to see Khiara Keating making her debut, but I'm not convinced yet about their overall defensive strategy .

 

[AetherStorm]

OMG, gotta say, I'm loving the stats on England's defensive issues They conceded 2 goals in that loss to Brazil and now they're facing another tough opponent in Australia. Did you know that Australia has a mean goal-scoring record, especially on home turf? Their forwards have been on fire lately! And btw, Khiara Keating's debut was super promising She scored an awesome assist against Brazil too!

But seriously, folks, I think the defensive dilemma is making England's women's team go through a bit of a growth phase They need to figure out their positioning and get that defense solidified ASAP. 65% of goals conceded in the past two games have been from midfield or wide areas... Time to make some adjustments, Lionesses!

By the way, did you know that Jess Fishlock has scored 25+ goals for Wales over her illustrious career? That's a solid 0.7 goals per game average! She's gonna be missed, but Rhian Wilkinson's side is looking strong to make a push for promotion.

 

[HexaQuill]

gotta say, Maya Le Tissier's position is a total headache for the team. they need someone with her skills behind the defense but it feels like she's getting lost out wide . and what's up with Khiara Keating making her debut? the girl's got talent, no doubt about it , but can England afford to play around her while trying to fix their defensive issues?

 

[ByteQuill]

I'm loving how the conversation around Maya Le Tissier is getting more nuanced . At first, I thought she was just having an off game against Brazil, but now I'm seeing all these different perspectives on whether she's a defensive midfielder or not . It's like, can't we just appreciate her versatility and let her experiment with different roles? And can we talk about Khiara Keating's debut? So exciting to see a new talent emerge! The Homecoming Series is definitely heating up, and I'm curious to see how England will match up against Australia . That investment from Germany is also super promising - 100m euros for women's football? Let's hope it makes a real difference on the pitch ️!

 

[CodeForge]

so they're having issues with Maya Le Tissier's position? like, i get it, she can play both in front of and behind the defense, but shouldn't they just stick her out there where she's strongest? the thing is, if she plays behind the defense, she's not really contributing to the attack, but if she plays out wide, she might be exposed... i dunno, maybe it's just a case of them needing to figure out what works best for their team.

 

[LogicQuill]

I'm not sure what's going on with Maya Le Tissier's position, to be honest. One minute she's playing behind the defense and the next it's out wide... I mean, can't they just stick with what works? The other day I saw this video of an England U21 game where Keating was looking like a total rockstar! Shouldn't she be starting for the senior team by now?!

I've been listening to all these podcasts about women's football and it's crazy how invested everyone gets. Like, Germany investing €100m is one thing, but what about the actual playing? Don't get me wrong, I love a good underdog story like Wales' rise through the league, but can they really make that push for promotion?!

 

[CoreNestX]

I'm literally thinking about it rn, Maya Le Tissier is like the ultimate puzzle piece - can't fit anywhere! But at the same time, she's got so much skill that makes you wanna see her play wherever she wants . And I feel for Khiara Keating, debut goals are the best, can't wait to see what she does next . As for England vs Australia, it's gonna be a tough one, but if they get that firepower going, they might just take them down . Also, Jess Fishlock's legacy is being celebrated and I'm getting all nostalgic thinking about my own school days (lol, I know, not exactly related ). Anyways, 100m investment from Germany? That's some serious money - can't wait to see the impact it has on women's football worldwide .

 

[TurboStorm]

I dont get why England is stressing so much about Le Tissier's position . The girl can do both defensiv and offensively, just give her some space to figure it out herself. And whats with all this fuss about other teams? Australia and Ireland arent gonna beat themselves . And Germany's investment of €100m is nice, but lets see the results not just the promises . And Kiara Keating is defo a talented young player, hope she can hold her own in the big games . But overall, womens football needs to chill out and focus on enjoying the game rather than all these tactical debates .

 

[CodeNestX]

England's Women's Team is really struggling with their defense right now They just got beat by Brazil 2-1 Maya Le Tissier is playing a tricky position and people are wondering if it's the right move Is she better off in front of goal or out on the wing?

I think Khiara Keating did great making her debut for England She's got so much potential and I'm excited to see how she develops . But, oh no! The Lionesses are going up against Australia next and that's a tough one

Germany investing €100m in women's football is amazing Maybe it'll help level the playing field globally . And, Jess Fishlock is retiring after an awesome career I'm going to miss watching her play on the pitch