August 18, 2023
Lionesses and Arsenal striker Alessia Russo previews the Women's World Cup final between England and Spain this Sunday.
00:11 - Playing in a World Cup final - "I think obviously this is the biggest game, the one you dream about, the one that means the most."
00:47 - Taking it all in - "Maybe I will after the game but right now all I wanna do is go out and obviously put on a performance we are proud of."
01:38 - Any other game? - "I think for players, yes and no because I think obviously we are all aware it is the World Cup final."
02:18 - Excitement in the camp? - "I think everyone's obviously excited, but I think we are also relaxed and chilled."
02:55 - Feeling of scoring in the SF - "It was amazing, 2-1 I still think we are good enough to see the game out."
03:47 - Favourite thing about the time in Australia? - "We have loved our time here! You can also see how lovely it is, we're right on the beach."
04:41 - Practising your back heels? - "Haha! No I haven't, I think that was a rare moment and one you probably won't see again!."
05:18 - The Manager's impact - "The first thing that comes to mind is that she is a winner."
06:27 - Imaginary goals - "When I was a kid we used to play World Cup in the garden or the local pitch."
07:34 - On Mary Earps - "I think Mary is one of the very best people, first and foremost.
08:37 - The pressure ramping up - "I think we noticed a big difference in the Euros, the way the nation got behind us was incredible!."
09:40 - Lauren James back - "Yeah, I think everyone in this room knows how impressive she has been this tournament."
10:35 - On Communication with teammates - "I think directness in football is important, especially when there is 70,000 people in the stadium."
11:38 - Calmest teammates? - "I think everyone is excited but calm at the same time, I know I mentioned that earlier."
12:26 - Biggest singers? - "We do like a little sing-song on the bus. I think our favourite song right now is Foundations by Kate Nash."
13:20 - Lauren's influence - "First and foremost Lauren and I get on very well."
14:58 - Potential celebration plans? - "The respect of male and female footballers is there and it is really nice to see."
15:57 - On Ella Toone - "Really buzzing and what a finish it was!"
16:54 - Investment in Women's football - "I think it has been great for a player fairly new to the squad."
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