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'We've already inspired a nation' - Sampson

Sunday, June 28 2015 by SNTV
  • Intro:

    England manager Mark Sampson looks ahead to his side's Women's World Cup quarter-final against Canada.

    Script:

    SOUNDBITE: (English) Mark Sampson, England head coach:(On the support Canada will have in the match)

    "It's not just 55,000 people, we found that out the last couple of days. It's a whole nation hoping for one result. Let's not forget there are a lot of people back in England that really want this team to do well and be successful. We've already inspired a nation with out performances and our results and we hope we can keep that journey going with a big performance tomorrow.

    "Canada are an aggressive team. They do like to tackle, they do like to dominate second balls and be physical in those moments. It's something we're going to have to be aware of and deal with tomorrow. It's going to be difficult for the officials in a very intimidating environment. It's not going to be difficult for the players, but it's going to be difficult for officials to remain in control and make the correct decisions. We can certainly expect a physical game tomorrow and that's from both teams. Canada is an aggressive team, but so is my England team. We're certainly willing to put our foot in when we need to.

    "It's a tough job being an official and when there's that pressure - home nation expectancy - it's very difficult remain calm and make the right call. The facts are in the group stages Canada have been awarded more fouls than their opponents in every game. We'll have to see how it goes tomorrow. We're aware of what type of team we're going to face. We're aware of the potential circumstances and whatever cards we're dealt we will have to play our best and make sure we manage that as best we possibly can."

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