Liverpool Manager Matt Beard Relishing Tough Merseyside Derby Against Everton
Liverpool manager Matt Beard is looking forward to a “tough game” against Everton in Sunday’s Merseyside derby at Anfield. The Reds are currently at the top end of the table following back-to-back league victories against Arsenal and Aston Villa, and Beard is hopeful his side can build on their positive start.
Beard: “The Structure’s Been Great”
Beard praised his team’s defensive structure, saying: “Obviously the clean sheets… defensively the structure’s been great. There’s been a lot of good things from counter-pressing to bodies back behind the ball. That’s a big platform for us to build on. And the two teams that we’ve played have got some fantastic forward players. But it’s early stages.”
Leicester Face Manchester United in Early Kick-Off
The Merseyside derby caps off a jam-packed afternoon of WSL action on Sunday, which starts with league leaders Leicester facing Manchester United at midday. Foxes midfielder Aimee Palmer is looking forward to the trip to Leigh Sports Village, saying: “We know that they are a good team but, equally, we’ve proven that we’re a very good team, and the opposition will be afraid of us.”
Manchester City Face Bristol City
Across town, Manchester City face newly promoted Bristol City, who are bottom of the table. City boss Gareth Taylor expressed pride in his players amid the “different challenges” they have faced in their recent outings. Leila Ouahabi was sent off in their WSL opener against West Ham, with captain Alex Greenwood and Lauren Hemp then sent off in the 1-1 draw against Chelsea and City’s last game came midweek, where they beat Everton 2-1 in the League Cup.
Arsenal Host Aston Villa and Tottenham Visit Brighton
Sunday’s remaining fixtures see Arsenal host Villa and Tottenham visit Brighton. With all teams playing for points, it promises to be an exciting day of football in the WSL.
Conclusion
The Merseyside derby between Liverpool and Everton is sure to be an exciting game, with both teams looking to build on their positive starts to the season. With Leicester facing Manchester United and Manchester City taking on Bristol City, it promises to be a thrilling day of WSL action.