An Icon at a Crossroads Mary Earps burst onto the international stage as a commanding presence in goal, helping England secure their first major women’s international tournament victory at Euro 2022 and their historic run to the World Cup final in 2023. Her performances not only won trophies but also hearts—a fierce competitor, a passionate leader, and a vocal advocate for women in sport. But beneath the surface, unresolved tensions, challenging management decisions, and personal convictions set the stage for a dramatic and divisive exit. In “All In,” Earps chronicles a journey defined by more than just football—it becomes a story of personal integrity, leadership under pressure, and the unvarnished realities of top-level sport. This blog takes you inside Earps’ memoir and dissects the pivotal moments and decisions that ultimately led to her headline-grabbing retirement. Mary Earps: From Triumph to Turbulence The Rise Earps’ rise mirrored the ascendancy of the Lionesses. After debuti...
Bournemouth versus Nottingham Forest.
Will the Cherries' high-intensity football triumph? Or will Forest find delight on the counter? It's an enthralling matchup between two teams dreaming of European evenings.
The fact that it is set at 3 p.m. on Saturday is criminal. Do better, broadcasters.
Atletico Madrid versus Villarreal.
Atletico Madrid lost first place in La Liga last weekend after a shocking defeat against Leganes. Though their winning streak was broken, Atleti rebounded in Europe to defeat Bayer Leverkusen in a wild match.
Julian Alvarez has been in excellent shape since returning from the winter break, and he will take on the Yellow Submarine this weekend. Villarreal are just outside the top four and defeated European rivals Mallorca 4-0 on Monday night.
Two of Germany's heavyweights will face off tomorrow when RB Leipzig hosts Bayer Leverkusen.
Leipzig's porous defence has proved expensive this season, and the hosts are currently below the Champions League spots. Leipzig lost a three-goal lead last weekend, drawing with Bochum despite allowing all three shots on goal.
An delayed midweek win in Europe was the right response, while Leverkusen came into Leipzig having lost in the Champions League.
The Bundesliga champions will be looking to exact revenge on Leipzig, the only team to defeat Leverkusen domestically in the last 18 months. Leipzig broke Leverkusen's remarkable 43-game unbeaten streak in August, and Xabi Alonso's side has yet to lose in domestic play since.
City's recent renaissance came to a stop in midweek when Pep Guardiola's team blew a 2-0 lead and lost to Paris Saint-Germain. Familiar vulnerabilities were revealed, and Chelsea will seek to replicate that performance at the Etihad. It's a story-driven battle, with Chelsea stacked with former Manchester City players.
Enzo Maresca was on Guardiola's coaching staff, and Cole Palmer, Jadon Sancho, and Tosin Adarabioyo are all expected to face up against their former club.
Napoli grabbed control of the title race last weekend with a dramatic victory over Atalanta.
Antonio Conte is chasing the Scudetto with his third different team, having previously won league titles with Juventus and Inter Milan. He'll face his former squad this weekend when Juventus visits Naples.
Turin is in fifth place but has yet to lose a league game this season. Thiago Motta's team has drawn 13 of its 21 games. If Napoli can defeat their obstinate opponents, their title chances will improve.
Julian Alvarez has been in excellent shape since returning from the winter break, and he will take on the Yellow Submarine this weekend. Villarreal are just outside the top four and defeated European rivals Mallorca 4-0 on Monday night.
RB Leipzig versus Bayer Leverkusen.
Leipzig's porous defence has proved expensive this season, and the hosts are currently below the Champions League spots. Leipzig lost a three-goal lead last weekend, drawing with Bochum despite allowing all three shots on goal.
An delayed midweek win in Europe was the right response, while Leverkusen came into Leipzig having lost in the Champions League.
The Bundesliga champions will be looking to exact revenge on Leipzig, the only team to defeat Leverkusen domestically in the last 18 months. Leipzig broke Leverkusen's remarkable 43-game unbeaten streak in August, and Xabi Alonso's side has yet to lose in domestic play since.
Manchester City versus Chelsea.
Manchester City will face Chelsea in a match that might have consequences for their Champions League hopes. Fifth hosts fourth in the Premier League, with both clubs eager to improve on recent performances.City's recent renaissance came to a stop in midweek when Pep Guardiola's team blew a 2-0 lead and lost to Paris Saint-Germain. Familiar vulnerabilities were revealed, and Chelsea will seek to replicate that performance at the Etihad. It's a story-driven battle, with Chelsea stacked with former Manchester City players.
Enzo Maresca was on Guardiola's coaching staff, and Cole Palmer, Jadon Sancho, and Tosin Adarabioyo are all expected to face up against their former club.
Napoli versus Juventus.
Antonio Conte is chasing the Scudetto with his third different team, having previously won league titles with Juventus and Inter Milan. He'll face his former squad this weekend when Juventus visits Naples.
Turin is in fifth place but has yet to lose a league game this season. Thiago Motta's team has drawn 13 of its 21 games. If Napoli can defeat their obstinate opponents, their title chances will improve.
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