1. Relive a little bit of last year’s magic

Last year’s Euros had the whole nation giddy with excitement. Collectively, we basked in the thrill of cheering on the team through many a tough game, and watching them come out on top every time made it even sweeter. Right now, when dark evenings and icy temperatures have many of us experiencing a general lack of enthusiasm, some sporting camaraderie is exactly what we need. If time is on your side, grab some snacks and don your England shirt to cheer the women’s team on through their three games (and check out the WSL schedule to follow many of the Lionesses at their respective clubs year-round).

2. Get to know some new players

The Arnold Clark Cup squad looks a little different to the Euro 2022 squad. Ellen White and Jill Scott both retired last year and Beth Mead, who won player of the tournament and the Golden Boot, is currently recovering from an ACL injury she sustained in November of last year. We’ll be sad not to see some of our faves pounding the pitch, but we’re also excited to watch some of the new talent on the team.

Lauren James, a Chelsea forward, has unthinkably fast feet, and Manchester United’s Maya Le Tissier is the epitome of a defensive brick wall. Other players who weren’t in the Euro squad that we’re excited to watch include Ebony Salmon, Katie Robinson, Jessica Park, Niamh Charles, Emily Ramsey, Sandy MacIver, Jordan Nobbs and Laura Coombs.

3. Get an idea of what to expect at the FIFA Women’s World Cup

The Arnold Clark Cup is the perfect opportunity for manager Sarina Wiegman to experiment with player combinations ahead of the FIFA Women’s World Cup this summer. Tuning into the three games over the coming week may give us a little peek into her plan of attack.

4. Possibly catch a Georgia Stanway screamer

Sorry, but did you see the screamer that midfielder Georgia Stanway scored in the Euro quarter-final against Spain? Or, the penalty she scored in the friendly against the USA at a sold-out Wembley last October? Needless to say, she’s hungry for goals and we’re excited to watch her get ’em.

5. And a Mary Earps super save

On the topic of impressive performances, keeper Mary Earps made countless impossible-looking saves at the Euros last year, including a jaw-dropper when the team played Sweden in the semi-final. We’re confident we can expect more of the same during the Arnold Clark Cup.

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