A subtle England penalty shootout innovation (since 2021) is their deliberate, structured & functional use of social psychology.
Here, Saka is picked up by John Stones after his penalty, to swiftly welcome him back in the team.
What did England do and why did they do it?
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This is absolutely gorgeous.
(Although a little confusing for me, given that I’m obviously going for the Australian women’s team which is called - ahem - The Matildas. 🤪)
#WorldCup ⚽️ #Matildas#Lionesses@bbcsport
🗣️ "The legacy of this team was yet to be written..." ✍️
#Lionesses captain Leah Williamson says her and her teammates 'loved every second' of the Euro 2022 final. 🦁