• Latest
  • Trending
England v Northern Ireland: The team has progressed but the commitment remains – Kelly Bailie

England v Northern Ireland: The team has progressed but the commitment remains – Kelly Bailie

Gates Cambridge Scholarship celebrates 20th anniversary

Gates Cambridge Scholarship celebrates 20th anniversary

Israel-Gaza conflict rages as US envoy visits

Israel-Gaza conflict rages as US envoy visits

Police and Crime Commissioner to end funding for heroin addiction treatment scheme

Police and Crime Commissioner to end funding for heroin addiction treatment scheme

News Press Live
  • Home
  • News
    • All
    • Crime
    • Economy
    • News of England
    • News of Northern Ireland
    • News of Scotland
    • News of Wales
    Gates Cambridge Scholarship celebrates 20th anniversary

    Gates Cambridge Scholarship celebrates 20th anniversary

    Israel-Gaza conflict rages as US envoy visits

    Israel-Gaza conflict rages as US envoy visits

    Police and Crime Commissioner to end funding for heroin addiction treatment scheme

    Police and Crime Commissioner to end funding for heroin addiction treatment scheme

    Nicola Sturgeon’s own economic adviser warns Indyref2 puts recovery at risk

    Nicola Sturgeon’s own economic adviser warns Indyref2 puts recovery at risk

    Horse Racing Getting back on track

    Rochdale hopes machine centre will manufacture revival in fortunes

    The sad state of Cardiff city centre after a year of lockdown as shops lose fight to hold on

    The sad state of Cardiff city centre after a year of lockdown as shops lose fight to hold on

    Convoy drives through London shouting  the Jews, rape their daughters’

    Convoy drives through London shouting the Jews, rape their daughters’

    Conflict intensifies in Gaza as Israeli strikes destroy Gaza tower housing

    Trending Tags

      • Crime
      • Economy
      • News of England
      • News of Northern Ireland
      • News of Scotland
    • Royal Family
    • Tv & Showbiz
    • World News
    • JOBS
    • Sport
      • Football
      • Watch Live Score Football (Soccer) Videos
    • Login
    • Register
    • Latest Headlines
    • Advertise With Us
    • Find A Job
    Sunday, January 29, 2023
    Watch Live Sport
    • Home
    • News
      • All
      • Crime
      • Economy
      • News of England
      • News of Northern Ireland
      • News of Scotland
      • News of Wales
      Gates Cambridge Scholarship celebrates 20th anniversary

      Gates Cambridge Scholarship celebrates 20th anniversary

      Israel-Gaza conflict rages as US envoy visits

      Israel-Gaza conflict rages as US envoy visits

      Police and Crime Commissioner to end funding for heroin addiction treatment scheme

      Police and Crime Commissioner to end funding for heroin addiction treatment scheme

      Nicola Sturgeon’s own economic adviser warns Indyref2 puts recovery at risk

      Nicola Sturgeon’s own economic adviser warns Indyref2 puts recovery at risk

      Horse Racing Getting back on track

      Rochdale hopes machine centre will manufacture revival in fortunes

      The sad state of Cardiff city centre after a year of lockdown as shops lose fight to hold on

      The sad state of Cardiff city centre after a year of lockdown as shops lose fight to hold on

      Convoy drives through London shouting  the Jews, rape their daughters’

      Convoy drives through London shouting the Jews, rape their daughters’

      Conflict intensifies in Gaza as Israeli strikes destroy Gaza tower housing

      Trending Tags

        • Crime
        • Economy
        • News of England
        • News of Northern Ireland
        • News of Scotland
      • Royal Family
      • Tv & Showbiz
      • World News
      • JOBS
      • Sport
        • Football
        • Watch Live Score Football (Soccer) Videos
      No Result
      View All Result
      News Press Live
      No Result
      View All Result

      England v Northern Ireland: The team has progressed but the commitment remains – Kelly Bailie

      England v Northern Ireland: The team has progressed but the commitment remains – Kelly Bailie
      15.4k
      VIEWS
      Share on FacebookShare on Twitter

      Kelly Bailie and Karen Carney
      Kelly Bailie challenges Karen Carney for the ball in Euro 2009 qualifying
      Venue: St. George’s Park, England Date: Tuesday, 23 February Kick-off: 12:30 GMT
      Coverage: Watch live on the BBC Sport website and on BBC iPlayer

      On the crest of a wave after making history, Northern Ireland travel to St. George’s Park to take on England on Tuesday in their sole friendly before April’s Euro 2022 qualifier.

      However if you roll back the clock by 14 years, women’s football in Northern Ireland was an entirely different landscape to what it is now.

      Kelly Bailie captained Northern Ireland when the sides last met in Euro 2009 qualifying. The game in Gillingham in May 2007 saw Hope Powell’s team run out 4-0 victors but a tight return fixture the following March at Mourneview Park saw a 2-0 scoreline.

      While the England side was littered with star names such as Kelly Smith, Alex Scott and Karen Carney, not one player from Alfie Wylie’s squad was plying their trade outside Northern Ireland.

      “We had no fear of playing England. We had talented players but we knew there was a gap between us and where English football was at the time,” said Bailie.

      “We wanted to step up to the challenge and we knew it was a chance to measure ourselves against some of the best.”

      Bailie, who is still playing for Glentoran at the age of 40, says her stand-out memory from the two fixtures was what it meant for Northern Ireland.

      The women’s senior national team had only reformed in 2004 after a four-year break and the England fixtures were a mark of progress.

      “There was the reality that it was taking off and this was an opportunity to start building something,” she added.

      Faye White scores against Northern Ireland
      Fara Williams and Faye White scored in England’s 2-0 victory at Mourneview Park

      Bailie said captaining Northern Ireland against England “was one of the proudest moments” of her distinguished career, which has saw her win 30 trophies and make over 700 appearances in her 23 years with Glentoran.

      “Kelly Smith was the payer who stood out to me. Some of the things she was able to do were a world above,” she added.

      “Playing against her made you realise how good she was. You can watch players on TV but you don’t realise just how good someone is until you are on the pitch with them.

      “I thought we gave a good account of ourselves given it was a relatively new to our group of players.”

      Current veterans star

      While many of the players from Bailie’s era have moved on, several key players remain at the core of Kenny Shiels’ current side. Ashley Hutton, Julie Nelson – both now centurions – Demi Vance and Sarah McFadden featured in the England matches.

      Rachel Furness, Marissa Callaghan and Nadene Caldwell would also break into the senior set-up shortly after.

      “They have taken that ambition and commitment through to the current squad and you can see that coming to fruition over the past couple of years,” added Bailie.

      Julie Nelson, Ashley Hutton, Sarah McFadden, Marissa Callaghan and Rachel Furness
      Julie Nelson, Ashley Hutton, Sarah McFadden, Marissa Callaghan and Rachel Furness have played a large part in NI’s story

      “The one thing we were always good at was commitment and fighting for everything. They have always been there from the start and they have instilled belief in the players coming through.

      “They have lived through where we have come from as an international side to where it is now and that will stand well for the younger ones coming through because they will inherit that.

      “With the coaching and the set-up that they have, things have come a long way. The bridge is a lot smaller than what it once was and they are in a terrific position at the minute.”

      Bailie praises progress under Shiels

      While Bailie has now hung up her international boots, several of her Glentoran team-mates are involved in the international set-up and defender Bailie says she can see the progress in Shiels’ squad.

      “A lot of the girls coming back from international camps are really encouraged and you can tell they want to learn,” she said.

      “They want the chance to play, they are working hard for it and they are committed. They are enjoying themselves and enjoying their football under Kenny.”

      Bailie says the experiences of the players who have invested in Northern Ireland’s journey will ensure a positive mindset for the England friendly.

      “Kenny will know that there is a desire and a commitment in his squad. They will fight to the last second of every match for whatever is on the line.

      “The experienced players will make sure that the mentality is right. They will know how close they are to doing something special and England could be a building block for that. If you get the mentality right for Tuesday then it will set them up well for the April qualifiers.”

      — to www.bbc.co.uk

      Share308Tweet193SendSendShare54Pin69

      RelatedPosts

      A US defense report says China has the world’s largest naval vessel.
      Uncategorized

      A US defense report says China has the world’s largest naval vessel.

      Brexit news – live: Latest updates as Sturgeon defends Salmond censorship
      Uncategorized

      Brexit news – live: Latest updates as Sturgeon defends Salmond censorship

      When will schools reopen? What Covid lockdown roadmap says about schools opening in Englnad
      Uncategorized

      When will schools reopen? What Covid lockdown roadmap says about schools opening in Englnad

      Hastings Hotels in named NI’s best luxury hotels
      Uncategorized

      Hastings Hotels in named NI’s best luxury hotels

      When will driving lessons start again and tests resume? How lockdown roadmap affects learners in England
      Uncategorized

      When will driving lessons start again and tests resume? How lockdown roadmap affects learners in England

      BBC – Travel – Europe’s 500-year-old seafood tradition
      Uncategorized

      BBC – Travel – Europe’s 500-year-old seafood tradition

      Recommended Stories

      Who needs Russia? Loudest attacks on U.S. vote come from Trump

      Who needs Russia? Loudest attacks on U.S. vote come from Trump

      The key questions surrounding Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s future at Manchester United

      The key questions surrounding Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s future at Manchester United

      Police patrol Welsh beauty spot after turning away hundreds of visitors

      Police patrol Welsh beauty spot after turning away hundreds of visitors

      Popular Stories

      • Joe Biden opposes guarded border between Ireland and Northern Ireland | US News

        President Biden Promises to Slash Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 50 Percent by 2030

        2636 shares
        Share 1054 Tweet 659
      • Prince Philip is dead

        2632 shares
        Share 1053 Tweet 658
      • Two US Capitol police officers injured after suspect rams car into barrier and stabbed. Suspect dead

        2372 shares
        Share 949 Tweet 593
      • Prince Harry ‘back in the UK’ ahead of Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral on Saturday

        2143 shares
        Share 857 Tweet 536
      • Juventus chairman Andrea Agnelli says European Super League can no longer go ahead

        2115 shares
        Share 846 Tweet 529
      News Press Live

      © 2021 Copyright - All rights reserved.

      Navigate Site

      • About Us
      • Terms & Conditions
      • Private Policy
      • Advertise With Us
      • Contact Us

      Follow Us

      No Result
      View All Result
      • Home
      • News
        • Crime
        • Economy
        • News of England
        • News of Northern Ireland
        • News of Scotland
      • Royal Family
      • Tv & Showbiz
      • World News
      • JOBS
      • Sport
        • Football
        • Watch Live Score Football (Soccer) Videos

      © 2021 Copyright - All rights reserved.

      Welcome Back!

      Login to your account below

      Forgotten Password? Sign Up

      Create New Account!

      Fill the forms bellow to register

      All fields are required. Log In

      Retrieve your password

      Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

      Log In
      Are you sure want to unlock this post?
      Unlock left : 0
      Are you sure want to cancel subscription?