Wiegman’s wing-back surprise could prove a twist that sets England free
The Guardian says With one display, the pressure that had been mounting on Sarina Wiegman and England has eased. In a 6-1 victory against China, ranked 14th in the world, the Lionesses hit cruise control on a night that brought surprise and an end to their struggles in front of goal.
It was the sort of display that can set alight a team’s campaign and it led Wiegman to claim they were growing into the tournament. Edgy 1-0 victories had done little to answer questions about England’s capabilities at both ends of the pitch, with several players lacking in form and confidence.
One such player was Millie Bright, Wiegman’s ever-present leader at the back. England’s opener against Haiti had been her first game back since a knee injury and the captain looked uncharacteristically shaky, especially when faced with fast opposition playing on the counterattack. Although she produced an improved performance against Denmark, she was clearly, and somewhat understandably, taking time to return to full fitness.