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Women's Football Weekly: NYE Special

2024/12/31
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Natalie Henderson: 2024年带领英格兰女子U17队取得了令人瞩目的成绩，包括打入欧洲杯决赛和获得世界杯第四名。她强调大型赛事对年轻球员发展的重要性，即使未能夺冠也能从中学习和成长。她还分享了自己从草根足球到英格兰国家队教练的职业历程，以及在不同年龄段和男女足领域积累的经验。她认为在舒适区之外寻求成长，并学会在不适中保持舒适，这对于球员的进步至关重要。她还谈到了英格兰女子足球各个年龄段队伍之间的紧密联系，以及这种联系如何激励年轻球员努力进步。 Esme Morgan: 她谈到了自己从曼城转会到华盛顿灵感的经历，以及她在美国职业足球大联盟（NWSL）的经历。她表示，这次转会是为了寻求新的挑战和发展机会，并有机会在国外踢球。她对在美国的经历感到满意，并对球队和队友表示感谢。她还谈到了球队在季后赛中的表现，以及在决赛中失利的感受。她认为这次经历让她更加成熟，并更加渴望在未来取得更好的成绩。 Jen Beattie: 她分享了与Esme Morgan在季后赛中相遇并交流的经历，并对Esme Morgan在美国取得的成就表示祝贺。她还谈到了自己在美国的经历，以及她在不同联赛和国家队中的经历。她认为Esme Morgan的转会是一个很好的机会，让她能够挑战自己，并提升自己的水平。 Demi Stokes: 她谈到了自己从曼城转会到纽卡斯尔联队的经历，以及她在英格兰足球冠军联赛中的表现。她表示，这次转会让她能够在新的环境中挑战自己，并帮助年轻球员成长。她还谈到了自己作为母亲和球员的平衡，以及纽卡斯尔联队对她的支持。她认为纽卡斯尔联队有潜力进入WSL，但需要持续努力提升实力。她还分享了自己对烹饪的热情，以及她与儿子一起烹饪的经历。

Deep Dive

Key Insights

What were the key achievements of England's under-17 women's team in 2024?

England's under-17 women's team reached their first-ever Euros final and secured a fourth-place finish at the FIFA Women's Under-17 World Cup in 2024.

Why does Natalie Henderson believe major tournaments are important for young players?

Major tournaments are crucial for young players as they provide experiences like playing in different conditions, facing diverse playing styles, and being away from home, which accelerates their development.

What motivated Esme Morgan to move to the NWSL?

Esme Morgan felt she had reached a plateau at Manchester City and wanted a new challenge. The opportunity to play under Washington Spirit's head coach, Jonah, and face top-tier forwards in the NWSL were key factors in her decision.

How did Esme Morgan describe her experience in the NWSL playoffs?

Esme Morgan described the NWSL playoffs as thrilling, with intense atmospheres and late winners. Despite losing the final, she felt the experience reignited her passion for football and provided valuable lessons.

What challenges does Demi Stokes face in balancing motherhood and football?

Demi Stokes finds balancing motherhood and football challenging but manageable with the support of Newcastle United, which allows her flexibility in training and prioritizes family.

What are Esme Morgan's thoughts on England's Euro 2025 draw?

Esme Morgan sees England's Euro 2025 draw as tough but exciting, with matches against France, Netherlands, and a local derby against Wales. She believes England will need to be at their best to progress.

What does Ellen White hope to leave behind in 2024?

Ellen White hopes to leave behind the notion that women's football doesn't deserve funding because it doesn't generate enough revenue.

What is Esme Morgan's wish for women's football in 2025?

Esme Morgan wishes to see continued growth in women's football, with well-supported Euros and packed stadiums across leagues like the NWSL and WSL.

Chapters
Natalie Henderson, head coach of England's U17 women's football team, discusses the team's achievements, including reaching the Euros final and the World Cup semi-finals. She reflects on her coaching journey, starting with Newcastle United's men's academy and her coaching philosophy.
  • England's U17s reached their first ever Euros final and secured fourth place at the FIFA Women's Under-17 World Cup.
  • Natalie Henderson's coaching philosophy emphasizes growth outside of comfort zones and learning from mistakes.
  • Henderson's coaching journey includes experience with Newcastle United's men's and women's academies and working in diverse community settings.

Shownotes Transcript

Ellen White, Jen Beattie and Ben Haines host a New Year’s eve special and are joined by England and Washington Spirit’s Esme Morgan. The team chat how Esme has got on in America playing in the NWSL including making it to the championship final, losing out to Orlando Pride.

Plus England under 17’s head coach Natalie Henderson talks getting to the World Cup semi-finals and ambitions for the next generation of England players. Natalie also shares her journey in coaching including working with the Newcastle academy.

Demi Stokes joins the pod to talk about her big move to newly promoted Championship side Newcastle United and how she has found the move. Plus Demi chats motherhood and her passion for cooking!

Timecodes: 00:20 Intro & Esme Morgan returns! 02:00 Natalie Henderson 15:00 Esme & why the NWSL 22:20 Jen & Esme on playing in US 26:30 Demi Stokes 34:30 Esme on Euros draw 40:30 2025 hopes for women’s football!