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Emily Wilson·23 February 2022
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Emily Wilson·23 February 2022
Arnold Clark Cup action wrapped up on Wednesday with two final games between Spain, Canada, Germany, and England.
Here is what went down.
Scorers: White 15âČ, Bright 84âČ, Kirby 90+3âČ; Magull 41âČ
As a result of Spainâs earlier result, there was a chance to see England either finish bottom of the table or win the tournament in their final match against Germany.
And Sarina Wiegmanâs side welcomed the pressure as they hit the ground running against their opponents right from the first whistle.
Eventually, the connection between Womenâs Super League stars Fran Kirby and Ellen White put the Lionesses in front.
However, Germany showed they werenât down and out just yet and capitalised on a defensive error allowing Lina Magull to send her pin-point free-kick past Ellie Roebuck for 1-1 just before the break.
Coming out afterward the match continued to be a nervy affair with both sides pushing for a second goal.
And the hosts would have to wait until the death to be crowned champions as Millie Bright and Kirby wrapped up a 3-1 win.
Scorer: Putellas 21âČ
The match at Molineux stadium was a lively affair as both teams looked for the breakthrough with threatening counterattacks at either end.
Over time, Spainâs Barcelona core was able to pick apart Canadaâs backline with Jenni Hermoso dummying the ball only to see Ballon dâOr winner Alexia Putellas stab it home.
However, the reigning Olympic champions didnât shy away. After conceding, the Canucks had a brilliant opportunity to go level but Jordyn Huitemaâs header struck the crossbar.
Things remained a one-goal game heading into the second half with the match still up for grabs.
Spain continued to dominate possession and almost doubled their lead but Putellasâ effort hit the crossbar. Meanwhile, Canada came close to equalising late on but a wide-open Nichelle Prince sent her effort over.
In the end, the early strike was enough and sent Spain top of the table before Englandâs match.