England’s Alessia Rousseau in the women’s final: “It’s going to be really special” | Women’s final

Alessia Russo, who scored four goals at UEFA Women’s Euro 2022, wants to return to the spotlight as European champions England take on South American counterparts Brazil in the first-ever women’s final, which takes place on Thursday 6 April at Wembley Stadium. .

With the Women’s Euro final still on her mind, the 24-year-old can’t wait to feel the support of the Wembley crowd once again, knowing full well that her team is helping inspire girls around the world to get involved.

About the women’s final

I’m not patient. That’s what it’s all about: not only competing against the best teams in the world, but also doing it at Wembley, which is where we have so many great memories. We’ll be playing in front of our fans and all our friends and family, so it’s going to be very special. We are all looking forward to it. Also, being the first, it’s good that this kind of event is happening in women’s football.

“It will be a great test. There is a reason why Brazil is one of the best teams [equipos] From the world. Playstyle is somewhat different from what we encountered [antes]And that would be exciting. One wants to play against all kinds of football and against the best teams in the world and they are one of them, so it will be a great match. I hope it’s a great show of football and a chance to make a little history, but also to bring our fans back together at Wembley.”

As the new Martha

First of all, I have a lot to do to get to his level. She’s a player I used to love when she was little. The legacy she has left for women’s football is unbelievable. It is really special and unique. She was a very technical player, she was a goalscorer and she was all over the field. She is a great figure for Brazil, a great figure in women’s football and someone who has left a great legacy in the sport.

About “that” goal in the UEFA Women’s Championship against Sweden

It’s funny: At the time, I don’t think I thought much of it. I missed the first shot and knew I wanted to react quickly and try to take another shot. Little did I know he would come out behind my heels. I had a defense in front of me, so I couldn’t turn around, and I had another defense recover to the side. So I figured I should get him into the back of the net ASAP, and the back of the heel was the best way. I didn’t even know what happened between the two defensemen until I saw it.

Fortunately, everything went well, otherwise I would have met some disgruntled fellows. It was great and throughout the tournament we were able to play with instinct and confidence. That’s exactly what we did from the first game to the final game.

About inspiring a new generation to play football

I loved watching World Cups, Euros… everything. I don’t think I’ve ever seen myself as a role model, I just love playing football, ever since I was a little girl opportunities came my way and I took advantage of them. And I think that’s the most important message for young players: get involved, get involved and who knows what can happen.

The level of women’s football is now at an all-time high, and it’s only getting better, so there are many tough challenges ahead. I’m still a young player so I try to improve every day and focus, score and participate as much as I can. I love to play and I love to score. Our job now is to keep going – keep putting in great performances and hopefully winning things and paving the way for the next generation.

Alicia Russo in the United matchManchester United via Getty Images