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Posted September 12, 2024 23:59 · last edited September 13, 2024 01:59

Poor overall record, some very strange selections especially early in her tenure, and ultimately for whatever reason(s) a player revolt.

The absolute nadir results wise, losing to Portugal 5-0 at home in the leadup to the WWC, and the cringeworthy double act pre match press conference with Ali Riley. “We. Are. Going. To. Beat. Portugal”

But in Klimkova's defence, I don't really remember Tom Sermanni's record being any better. Though Sermanni was definitely handicapped by Covid in the leadup to Tokyo Olympics, plus back then, was no Nix ALW side showcasting young NZ talent.

However Klimkova definitely gave young players a chance, noting it's been a constant refrain from many to get rid of the 'old guard'. She did alot of that.

I'd be genuinely surprised if we see much quick improvement under a new coach, whether that be Michael Mayne or whoever. The problems and issues are far deeper than that. Look at Miley Clegg (as a young goal scoring star by NZ standards), not get 1 minute of playing time yet in the NWSL as one small example. Another the U20s being outclassed at their World Cup in Colombia. Our young talent not stacking up that well, compared to what is coming out of other countries now.

But yeah would be nice to have a stable period for this team, where at least there seems a strong team spirit, no infighting, everyone pulling together for the greater good. NZ has too small a talent pool for that not to happen, to then achieve anything meaningful.

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Unknown editor edited September 13, 2024 01:59

Poor overall record, some very strange selections especially early in her tenure, and ultimately for whatever reason(s) a player revolt.

The absolute nadir results wise, losing to Portugal 5-0 at home in the leadup to the WWC, and the cringeworthy double act pre match press conference with Ali Riley. “We. Are. Going. To. Beat. Portugal”

But in Klimkova's defence, I don't really remember Tom Sermanni's record being any better. Though Sermanni was definitely handicapped by Covid in the leadup to Tokyo Olympics, plus back then, was no Nix ALW side showcasting young NZ talent.

However Klimkova definitely gave young players a chance, noting it's been a constant refrain from many to get rid of the 'old guard'. She did alot of that.

I'd be genuinely surprised if we see much quick improvement under a new coach, whether that be Michael Mayne or whoever. The problems and issues are far deeper than that. Look at Miley Clegg (as a young goal scoring star by NZ standards), not get 1 minute of playing time yet in the NWSL as one small example. Another the U20s being outclassed at their World Cup in Colombia.

But yeah would be nice to have a stable period for this team, where at least there seems a strong team spirit, no infighting, everyone pulling together for the greater good. NZ has too small a talent pool for that not to happen, to then achieve anything meaningful.

Unknown editor edited September 13, 2024 01:56

Poor overall record, some very strange selections especially early in her tenure, and ultimately for whatever reason(s) a player revolt.

The absolute nadir results wise, losing to Portugal 5-0 at home in the leadup to the WWC, and the cringeworthy double act pre match press conference with Ali Riley. “We. Are. Going. To. Beat. Portugal”

But in Klimkova's defence, I don't really remember Tom Sermanni's record being any better. Though Sermanni was definitely handicapped by Covid in the leadup to Tokyo Olympics, plus back then, was no Nix ALW side showcasting young NZ talent.

However Klimkova definitely gave young players a chance, noting it's been a constant refrain from many to get rid of the 'old guard'. She did alot of that.

I'd be genuinely surprised if we see much quick improvement under a new coach, whether that be Michael Mayne or whoever. The problems and issues are far deeper than that. Look at Miley Clegg (as a young goal scoring star by NZ standards), not get 1 minute of playing time yet in the NWSL as one small example. The U20s being outclassed at their World Cup in Colombia.

But yeah would be nice to have a stable period for this team, where at least there seems a strong team spirit, no infighting, everyone pulling together for the greater good. NZ has too small a talent pool for that not to happen, to then achieve anything meaningful.

Unknown editor edited September 13, 2024 00:01

Poor overall record, some very strange selections especially early in her tenure, and ultimately for whatever reason(s) a player revolt.

The absolute nadir results wise, losing to Portugal 5-0 at home in the leadup to the WWC, and the cringeworthy double act pre match press conference with Ali Riley. “We. Are. Going. To. Beat. Portugal”

But in Klimkova's defence, I don't really remember Tom Sermanni's record being any better. Though Sermanni was definitely handicapped by Covid in the leadup to Tokyo Olympics, plus back then, was no Nix ALW side showcasting young NZ talent.

However Klimkova definitely gave young players a chance, noting it's been a constant refrain from many to get rid of the 'old guard'. She did alot of that.

I'd be genuinely surprised if we see much quick improvement under a new coach, whether that be Michael Mayne or whoever. The problems and issues are far deeper than that. Look at Miley Clegg (as young goal scoring star by NZ standards), not get 1 minute of playing time yet in the NWSL as one small example.

But yeah would be nice to have a stable period for this team, where at least there seems a strong team spirit, no infighting, everyone pulling together for the greater good. NZ has too small a talent pool for that not to happen, to then achieve anything meaningful.