There must be some confidence flowing through the Women's squad as they are taking on a side that failed to make the World Cup. However Holland did beat Sweden in two games prior to last years EM and will have had some time to have adjusted to their disappointment. They are also in there playing season unlike the Swedes, so this could be a much harder test for the Ladies than anticipated. We do feel that Jonas and his team will be aware of this and will ensure that the squad is well prepared, both mentally and physically, for these matches.
Then there is the Senior Men's outing. This should prove to be a welcome sign that things are continuing to improve in the progress that they have made under the steadying influence of Mike Tatu. A reasonably strong squad has been selected to go, with some top players sitting at home on the reserve list. With some players being given a last chance to impress the selectors. With competition in most positions now this is surely a blessing for the coaching staff. Following their win against Catalonia, the confidence in the squad must be improving, and guided on the pitch by a new captain, somebody who has been around the block a few times and has the respect of the management and players, we expect that the Men will improve on their performance in Spain and produce a very satisfactory result.
Good luck to both squads this coming weekend.
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