Courtney Brosnan, Everton’s goalkeeper, performed well with a crucial save from Rolfo just before half-time and tidied a sloppy control from Aoife Mannion upon the resumption of play. However, her overall performance was blighted by a goal due to a momentary lapse of control; she receives a 6 rating.
Aoife Mannion, the Manchester United defender, demonstrated typical determination but her generally favourable performance was marred by losing Eriksson for the conceding goal. Despite being singled out by the opposition, she persevered in her assignment, leading to a 5 rating.
Louise Quinn of Birmingham City had a problematic match, having to exit the field before half-time due to leg tightness. The quick activities of the Swedish players made her task more challenging, contributing to a 4 rating.
Celtic’s Caitlin Hayes was the stalwart in defence, strong in heading balls away and coordinating her team members. Always in the right place to intercept the opponent’s through balls, she acquires an 8 rating.
Katie McCabe of Arsenal had a rough game. She was caught off guard when the opposition broke the line. As a defensive left back, her offensive abilities were limited, leading to a 5 rating. An unnecessary caution sees her missing her next game against England.
Liverpool’s Leanne Kiernan displayed tenacity, despite receiving a bloody nose. However, she was somewhat slow to respond in multiple promising instances. Nonetheless, her determined effort yields a 7 rating.
Lily Agg from Birmingham City’s performance was steady despite the constant pressure on the midfield. Although she couldn’t make a considerable impact in the Swedish box, she managed a rather modest 5 rating.
Megan Connolly of Bristol City performed her role admirably in the midst of Denise O’Sullivan’s absence. Her composure in the midfield led to a superior display that could have been even better if her decent volley found the net – she earns a 7 rating.
Ruesha Littlejohn plays for the London City Lionesses.
The original text: /”Following her injury, her understandable lack of game fitness was evident as she was mostly reacting to the game rather than driving it. She got replaced just short of 60 minute mark. Rating: 5
Jess Ziu (West Ham)
With a dazzlingly lively display, constantly probing down the right and showing up in defence. Her crossing got gradually better throughout the match – she might well have anticipated better movements from her strikers and midfielders. Rating: 7
Kyra Carusa (San Diego Wave)
Getting caught offside was an easy mistake she repeatedly made. However, her tireless effort remained unchanged – she was slightly unlucky not to connect with late-arriving players near the box. Rating: 7
Substitutions
Often found on the wrong side, Anna Patton received a warning yellow card. Jessie Stapleton brought in much-needed vigour in the central area, and Abbie Larkin unceasingly charged down the left. Neither Amber Barrett nor Lucy Quinn had a noteworthy involvement. Rating: 6
Manager: Eileen Gleeson
Improvements in team’s performance are noticeable, when matched against the best of the game. Compared to Friday night’s showing, the team appeared more disciplined, and credit to her timely changes. However, no goals in four matches paint a negative picture. Rating: 5″/