FIFA WWC: Super Falcons must be wary of very physical Irish players

 Super Falcons must be ready for a very physical match when they play Ireland in the last group game of the ongoing FIFA Women’s World Cup.

The Falcons face co-host Australia on Thursday before playing Ireland

Canada Ashley Lawrence whose side plays Ireland on Wednesday says that Canada are looking to put on a dominant performance against Ireland when the two sides meet at Perth Rectangular Stadium but she warned that the Irish are physical.

Lawrence, who completed her transfer from Paris Saint-Germain to Chelsea late last month, says that Canada are well-prepared for the physicality that Ireland showed against Australia in their opening game.

“We know you have to be ready for any battle out there and we’re going to match that physicality but also show our composure and calmness on the ball, and hopefully get into the final third and create some chances,” Lawrence said when speaking in the pre-match press conference. “I think we’re looking to put on a dominant performance to, of course, get the result.”

Lawrence also spoke about Canada’s goalless draw in their opening group game with Nigeria last Friday. She said that she believes that the team are confident in their ability to convert their chances, despite only scoring twice in their previous five games.

She said “I think that we need to continue the way that we are. Analysing those performances, we’ve created opportunities, we’ve gone to the final third, and we do have the players with the ability to put the ball in the back of the net.

“It’s not a question of changing things, but it’s more of continuing to believe in our style and trusting in that process.”