I maintain altering my thoughts about how this recreation would possibly work out for England, and I’m positive that may proceed proper up till kick-off.

I really feel just like the Lionesses will in all probability have to be a bit conservative if they’re to begin the defence of their title with a win, however I can see them preserving a clear sheet in the event that they get issues proper on the again.

Even on this week’s pleasant win over Jamaica, England confirmed some vulnerability at set-pieces, so they will need to tighten up and be sharper in these conditions.

England misplaced two key defensive gamers, goalkeeper Mary Earps and centre-back Millie Vibrant, within the run-up to the match and whereas our backline remains to be at world-class stage with out them, changing them has prompted some disruption to our defensive unit.

So, I’m positive there’ll nonetheless be a number of points that may have to be ironed out as this match progresses, however hopefully that will not price England any targets or factors right here.

The important thing for England successful this recreation will probably be them being tight on the again – sustaining possession, controlling the sport and lowering the variety of errors.

If they’ll try this and in addition create some possibilities for our ahead line then our attackers are so ruthless, they are going to deal with the remainder.

Brown-Finnis’ prediction: 0-1