Ahead of the Women’s Euros kicking off tonight at Old Trafford, Lionesses and Doncaster Belles legend Sue Smith spoke with LiveScore. Sue believes that Sweden are one of the favourites to win the competition and will be the team to watch this summer.
During the interview with LiveScore, she also discussed England’s prospects, stating that the first game tonight versus Austria will be key to their performances for the rest of the tournament.
You can read the full exclusive LiveScore interview here.
Sue Smith on the team to watch this summer: “For me, apart from England, Sweden are the team to beat at Euro 2022.
“With a lot of the sides, you can say they have a great forward line but are a bit suspect at the back, or vice versa. Sweden can do both.
“They don’t have a real weakness, with that same strength in depth throughout their side. There’s a blend of experienced players but also youthful enthusiasm, and they did so well in the Olympics.
“Not many people are talking about them pre-tournament and I think they’ll like that. They are the team to watch.”
Sue Smith on England’s prospects: “I think the key for England is that first game against Austria.
“Grinding out a comfortable win with a good solid performance, that will really help them settle into the tournament because they have a tricky group stage draw with Norway in there too.
“Of course, playing at home puts more pressure on the team to perform but I do also think it’s going to provide them with a huge boost.
“Walking out at somewhere like Old Trafford in front of a full crowd, it’s exactly what top-class players want to be doing. I certainly thrived on those occasions in my own career and I’m sure the girls will too.”
Sue Smith was speaking to LiveScore. To read the full article, click here.
