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      Emma Hayes rubbishes AFC Wimbledon role as step up from Chelsea job as ‘insult’ to women’s football

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      EMMA HAYES has slapped down speculation linking her to League One strugglers AFC Wimbledon.
      And the Chelsea boss rubbished the view that the Dons’ managers job would be a step up from her current role at the helm of the WSL champs. 

      Emma Hayes says AFC Wimbledon cannot afford her Credit: Getty Images – Getty

      Hayes has dismissed rumours linking her to the vacant manager’s role at AFC Wimbledon Credit: Getty Images – Getty

      Hayes, 44, was speaking to journalists following reports of her being shortlisted to become AFC Wimbledon’s new manager. 
      But the Blues gaffer revealed she is happy to be leading her WSL title-winners and that her focus is on Chelsea’s Conti Cup semis clash with West Ham. 
      And the highly-rated coach reckons the Dons could ‘absolutely not’ afford her. 
      Hayes said: “First of all, I think it’s important we talk about my game tomorrow – I’m the manager of Chelsea. 

      “I manage and represent elite world-class players and for me, this is an amazing job I’ve spent nine years cultivating all of my energy into. 
      “I’m not looking for another job, I’m blessed with working with wonderful humans day-in, day-out.
      “I just don’t know why anybody would think women’s football is a step down. 
      “If coaching World Cup champions, winners, players who have represented their countries in the Olympics or Euros is a step down from anything.

      “I think the football world needs to wake up and recognise that women’s football- while the game is played by a different gender to men – is exactly the same sport.”
      “This is not a conversation about Emma Hayes and AFC Wimbledon, but we should be having larger conversations about creating opportunities in the men’s game are not limited to those in privileged positions.”

      Hayes has won 11 major trophies with Chelsea’s women’s side Credit: Getty Images – Getty

      Hayes, who is highly regarded by Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich and the Stamford Bridge hierarchy, has won 11 major trophies with the club. 
      A move to the Dons would have seen the Camden-born coach become the first woman in history to take charge of a men’s football league side.

      Women’s football is not a step down from anything
      Emma Hayes

      However the former Arsenal assistant manager questioned why anyone would want to leave elite women’s football management for coaching a lower tier men’s side battling relegation.
      And her view was echoed by England Women’s legend Fara Williams who believes Hayes would face an uphill struggle in the Dons’ hotseat. 
      England’s most-capped player said: “Do I see it as a good opportunity for Emma to go and take on a relegation battle with a League One club? No. I think the odds would all be against her going into that position.
      “The positions she’s in with Chelsea is a much better position.”
      WRONG STEP
      Hayes added: “Women’s football is not a step down from anything. 
      “Women’s football in its right is something to celebrate and the quality and achievements of all the females I represent.
      “Fran Kirby, Pernille Harder, Beth England, Magda Eriksson, Millie Bright, Maren Mjelde, do you want me to keep going? 
      “These are world-class players and I think that’s what I’m disappointed with, not being linked to a football job as a football coach, regardless of gender.
      “But as you can see with – I’m happy at Chelsea and I love my job here and I’ve always been clear about that. Nothing has changed.” 
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      Hayes says she is happy to be managing world-class talent at the BluesCredit: Prime Media

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      Reading ace Williams thinks odds could be ‘stacked against’ Emma Hayes in AFC Wimbledon hotseat

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      FARA WILLIAMS reckons Emma Hayes could face an uphill struggle if she takes charge of AFC Wimbledon. 
      And the England Women’s legend thinks the highly-rated Chelsea manager is better off at the helm of the WSL champs.

      Reading ace Fara Williams believes Emma Hayes would be better off staying as Chelsea bossCredit: Getty – Contributor

      Emma Hayes is reportedly on the short-list for the vacant manager role at AFC WimbledonCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      Williams, 37, who is the country’s most decorated Lioness, was speaking hours after the Express revealed Hayes is reportedly on the shortlist to become the next Dons manager.  
      Such a move would see the Kingsmeadow chief, who led Chelsea to a record-breaking 33 game unbeaten run, become the first woman in history to boss a men’s football league outfit. 
      The League One strugglers, who are currently one place above the drop zone, called time on Glyn Hodges’ tenure after a 2-0 loss to arch-rivals MK Dons.
      Williams told talkSPORT 2’s Women’s Football Weekly: “I think it’s credit to the work Emma has done over the past years and certainly for the past year with her Chelsea team. 

      “Do I see it as a good opportunity for Emma to go and take on a relegation battle with a League One club? No.
      “I think the odds would all be against her going into that position 
      “I would say the position she is in at the minute with Chelsea is a much better position for her.
      “But I think it’s great that she is being spoken about in that bracket to go and work within the men’s game. 

      “If it is to happen, it’s fantastic and it opens up doors for many other women within the game.” 

      Hayes, 44, is highly regarded by Chelsea owner Roman AbramovichCredit: PA:Press Association

      Hayes, 44, whose Blues will take on West Ham in the Conti Cup semis, is considered to be one of the best coaches in women’s football.
      In addition to leading Chelsea to three league titles and two FA Cups, the Camden-born gaffer won 11 major trophies during her three-season spell as Arsenal’s assistant manager. 
      Hayes, who joined Chelsea in 2012, is reportedly being eyed for the AFC Wimbledon post alongside ex-Dons players Ian Holloway and Luke Garrard, and ex-England and Gunners star Sol Campbell.

      We just need somebody to break the mould
      Emma Hayes

      Other names being touted include Morecambe coach Derek Adams and former Fleetwood manager Joey Barton.
      Days before the story broke Hayes told SunSport that she hoped to see women coaching men’s sides in the future.
      The Chelsea boss said:”I’m like everyone, I would hope for a fair and equal society and making great strides to create opportunities for women in the men’s game. 
      “Are we at the stage where a Premier League or Championship club is close to hiring a female?
      “You would have to ask the board because they’re the people that have to make the decisions about who they hire.
      “I just hope we do start to see more females coaching teams like you see across American sports.
      “And I suspect that when that happens the first time and there is a success to it, that it will happen subsequently. 
      “We just need somebody to break the mould.”

      Hayes has led Chelsea to 11 major trophy wins since taking charge of the WSL side in 2012Credit: Getty Images – Getty
      Reading ace Williams, who is working with England Women’s Under-17s as part of an FA Elite Coaching Programme, believes Hayes could blaze a trail for women managers in men’s game. 
      And the Royals striker, who has 168 England caps, hopes to see the Blues gaffer one day take charge of the Lionesses.
      Williams added: “I would like to see Emma be that driving force for women to take opportunities within the men’s game.
      “I certainly think she has the capabilities to do that and I hope an opportunity comes up for her but I just don’t think this AFC Wimbledon one is the one. 
      “But for me in the long-term, I would love to see Emma Hayes – after she has achieved things at Chelsea and worked in the men’s game – take the England Women’s job further down the line. 

      Hayes and her Chelsea stars are targeting a WSL title and Champions League win this seasonCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      “That would be something special.” 
      Hayes was heavily linked with managing Chelsea’s Prem side following Maurizio Sarri’s departure in 2019.
      And the Blues boss has previously worked as a W-League coach in the USA where she managed Long Island Lady Riders, Iona College and Chicago Red Stars. 
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      Abby Dahlkemper relishing Man City title charge and defensive partnership with Steph Houghton

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      ABBY DAHLKEMPER hailed her budding defensive partnership with Steph Houghton following her debut for Manchester City. 
      And the US superstar is relishing the chance to battle Manchester United, Chelsea and Arsenal for the WSL crown.

      Abby Dahlkemper won plaudits for debut performance for Manchester CityCredit: Sportimage

      Dahlkemper hopes to establish a title-winning defensive partnership with City skipper Steph HoughtonCredit: Sportimage

      Dahlkemper was speaking a day after making her debut for Man City in the club’s 4-0 trouncing of West Ham. 
      And the USA international, who made headlines after joining the club in January on a two-and-half-year deal, praised her team-mates for helping her settle in. 
      Dahlkemper said: “It’s been great. I’ve been here a week now and what I’ve seen of Manchester has been so cool.
      “Steph was amazing to work with during the game (against West Ham).

      “I think just being able to trust my teammates and having them trust me felt seamless, and that’s a credit to the girls on the team.
      “They were so nice so I felt comfortable and I think that’s a good thing because we all need to work together to win things.”
      Dahlkemper, who was part of the American squad that won the 2019 Women’s World Cup, is the first US star to agree to a deal lasting more than a year with a WSL side. 
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      Dahlkemper played in every single game for the USA at the 2019 World CupCredit: Sportimage

      Before joining City, the defender made 64 appearances for North Carolina Courage, winning two NWSL championships. 
      And the centre-back is one of three US internationals in Gareth Taylor’s City squad following the signing of her close friends Sam Mewis and Rose Lavelle.
      The ex-Courage star, who was voted the NWSL’s Defender of the Year in 2017, hopes to win silverware with her new team.

      Top to bottom this team is so talented with top internationals
      Abby Dahlkemper

      Dahlkemper added: “I really want to relish this opportunity, to experience Europe and to be a part of this team for a while.
      “To be able to experience this for two-and-a-half years is going to benefit me on and off the field.
      “There’s definitely a winning mentality here. You need that to have success as a team. 
      “This team wants to do big things. We’ve set standards and expectations high and we don’t let ourselves dip under those standards, that threshold.
      “Top to bottom this team is so talented with top internationals and every day you’re going to get challenged and every day you have to earn your right to play and perform. 
      “Hopefully I can help the team grow and I know the team will help me grow.” 
      City, who are currently third and five points behind league leaders Chelsea, are due to take on Arsenal next in the league.

      Dahlkemper and Man City are due to play title rivals Arsenal in the WSL Credit: Getty Images – Getty
      And the clash will see Dahlkemper will go head-to-head with record-breaking goalscorer Vivianne Miedema.
      The last time the duo faced off was in the 2019 World Cup finals which the USA won 2-0. 
      Dahlkemper added: “Arsenal are a quality side. They’ve done well and we respect them but we also focus on our game and the way we’ve been playing lately and on our successes.
      “We’re fine-tuning the things we need to fine-tune for that game. The girls are excited and we’re really focused heading into this week.”

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      Emma Hayes, shock contender to manage Wimbledon, has respect of Chelsea owner Abramovich and is inspired by Brian Clough

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      EMMA HAYES has enjoyed a meteoric rise, from growing up in a working class, football mad house in Camden – to one of the most respected figures in the game.
      Chelsea’s billionaire owner Roman Abramovich has trusted Hayes at the club for nine-years, during which there have been EIGHT managers of the men’s side.

      Chelsea Women boss Emma Hayes is reportedly in consideration for the AFC Wimbledon top jobCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      She has won eight trophies with the West Londoners since taking the top job in August 2012.
      So it’s no surprise that AFC Wimbledon are considering an astonishing approach to make Hayes English football’s first female manager.
      The Dons parted company with former boss Glyn Hodges on Saturday after their 2-0 home defeat to bitter rivals MK Dons.
      SunSport understands Hayes has not been contacted about the job yet.

      Who is Emma Hayes?
      Hayes MBE, 44, was born in Camden, London on 18 October 1976.
      She is currently head coach at Chelsea, having previously served as Arsenal Women assistant coach between 2006-08.
      After graduating from Liverpool Hope University in 1999, she became manager of American side, Long Island Lady Riders between 2001 and 2003.
      She was then head women’s football coach at Iona College in New Rochelle between 2003 and 2006.

      Hayes announced she was pregnant in December 2017 but one of the twins she was expecting did not make it past the third trimester.
      The West London manager gave birth to her son on 17 May 2018.
      With Chelsea she has won the WSL three times, the FA Cup twice, the League Cup and Community Shield – but never the Champions League.

      Roman Abramovich invited Hayes and women’s side to Israel last summer, having not watched the men play in over a yearCredit: PA:Press Association

      Chelsea owner Abramovich has trusted Hayes with the women’s side for NINE yearsCredit: PA:Press Association
      Chelsea dynasty
      Hayes lost 11 of her 12 games in her first full season – but she has well and truly since repaid Abramovich for his patience.
      Few bosses in the men’s game have been given the keys to create a dynasty as huge as Hayes has at Chelsea.
      The club chairman, Bruce Buck, has become her right hand man, as well as director and transfer guru Marina Granovskaia.
      She told SunSport in January: “Everybody always thinks when you talk about support it’s financial. It’s not.
      “It’s making sure that we feel an integral part of the club, and that we’ve been well built into the club and all the support mechanisms around that.
      “I’ve made no secret that I’ve had a close relationship with my chairman, Bruce, but also with Marina.
      “I work first hand with Marina on transfers and she’s very invested in what the team is doing and the players that we’re bringing in. 
      “I think that support has grown the more time that I’ve been here and one that I’ve been extremely fortunate to cultivate. 
      “People even from other clubs, they say ‘what is the secret?’
      “And I always say you need to find your person at the board level or wherever that might be that will help drive that.”

      Hayes with Chelsea women’s general manager, Paul Greenhe, after winning the FA Cup in 2018Credit: Getty – Contributor

      Former Blues caretaker boss Casey Stoney has hailed Hayes for building Chelsea from scratch Credit: Getty Images – Getty
      Casey Stoney was caretaker manager of Chelsea Women in 2009.
      She recently revealed: “You couldn’t get anything, not even a tracksuit from the club back then.
      “You have to put all the credit for the changes on Emma’s shoulders.
      “She led the way. By proving she could do the job, she role-modelled the message to other clubs that women can manage football teams.”
      Abramovich invited the women to Israel for a friendly with the national team last summer, having not watched the men play in over a year.
      He has also ensured they train at the men’s plush Cobham base and developed Kingsmeadow into Hayes’ fortress.
      The Blues boss added: “There has always been a huge interest from the owner, for example when we went to visit Israel last year.
      “He absolutely loves watching the team and what we’re doing here and I hope I’ve built him a team he can be proud of.”

      Hayes grew up in Brian Clough mad, working class household in CamdenCredit: PA:Empics Sport

      Hayes has won eight trophies with Chelsea
      Early influence of Brian Clough
      Hayes’ love for football stemmed from her dad, who was a big fan of former Nottingham Forest boss – Brian Clough.
      She said: “I grew up in a household where my father loved him, and watched his teams a lot. I was a massive fan of Cloughie and his team.
      “I went to a lot of Nottingham Forest games live when they were in London,
      “So, I’ve grown up always admiring his football, the type of football and he’s straight-talking
      “I was only a child, but I was very influenced by my father, who always spoke highly of John Robertson and always talked about John Robertson in that early team.
      “We talked a lot about the recruitment of players, and the importance that Clough and his assistant Peter Taylor in my household.”

      Hayes has hailed Old Big ‘Ead for inspiring her straight-talking approach in management.
      She added: “I don’t think we’re conscious about what we’re going to become, I’m sure he’s played a small part in that for me.
      “I’ve grown up in a house with a self-employed person their whole life.
      “My dad’s only ever worked for himself, he’s made his own money and brought cash home everyday and put it on the table and he’s grafted.
      “I find it refreshing to hear some honesty.”

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      Chelsea 4 Tottenham 0: Blues boss wants champs to keep cool after sinking Spurs to extend winning streak

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      EMMA HAYES wants her Chelsea aces to stay calm under pressure after putting Tottenham to the sword in a derby drubbing.
      A Melanie Leupolz brace was among the goals that led to a crushing 4-0 defeat for Spurs – their first loss under Rehanne Skinner.

      Chelsea made it 33 WSL games unbeaten with victory over TottenhamCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      Germany ace Melanie Leupolz was on target twice for the champions Credit: Getty Images – Getty

      Despite the emphatic scoreline, the champs didn’t have things entirely their own way with their plucky visitors determined to have a go early on. 
      Hayes said: “I think until the first goal we were sloppy and we were slow in our build. 
      “We played into their hands and played into the bodies they had on the inside of the pitch. 
      “I think struggled with our decision-making and composure until that first goal.

      “Prior to that goal we made some adjustments which helped and from there on we dominated. 
      “With so much experience you have to be calm under pressure.
      “It’s important to recognise you are not going to dominate for 90 minutes and when the momentum is not with you, you work hard to keep a clean sheet. 
      “But we have to give credit to our opponents as we started slow.” 

      It looked as if Tottenham were gearing up to stun the champs in the opening quarter.

      Ria Percival, left, and her Tottenham team-mates put Chelsea under pressure early on Credit: Getty Images – Getty

      First with Shelina Zadorsky firing over the bar in the 11th minute and Ria Percival forcing a fingertip save from Ann-Katrin Berger.
      Moments later it was Kit Graham’s turn to test Chelsea’s top stopper when she unleashed a cracking right-footed shot off after creating space.
      But the visitors saw their momentum evaporate with the Blues netting twice in two minutes.
      First with midfield maestro Leupolz walloping in the hosts’ opener after catching Aurora Mikalsen cold in the 25th minute.
      And the Spurs stopper, making her debut in place of the injured Becky Spencer, was beaten again moments later.
      This time after Fran Kirby pinched a lose pass from Abbie McManus to set-up Pernille Harder. 
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      Ann-Katrin Berger was forced to make two fine saves in first 20 minutes of the derbyCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Later Harder turned provider for Chelsea’s third with Sam Kerr heading in the Denmark ace’s pinpoint cross close to half-time. 
      The champions began to turn the screw in the second half with Harder forcing a spectacular goal-line clearance from Ria Percival in the 52nd minute. 
      And the Blues wrapped up their win with Leupolz netting from the spot after super sub Beth England won a penalty. 
      The victory means Chelsea stay top of the table and level on points with Manchester United who beat Everton 2-0.
      And it saw the champions extend their record-breaking unbeaten WSL run to 33 games ahead of their Conti Cup clash with West Ham.

      If we had taken one or two of the chances we had, then mentally it would have changed the landscape of the game
      Rehanne Skinner

      The result leaves Tottenham in seventh ahead of their trip to Aston Villa. 
      And it remains to be seen whether Spurs will have their No1 stopper Becky Spencer available for that game.
      Spurs boss Rehanne Skinner said: “She is getting a scan on Monday so we will be in the loop as to what that is going to look like.  
      “No team wants to be in a position where they are losing 4-0 but it’s important we take positives out of this game. 

      Emma Hayes and her players are due to play West Ham in the Conti CupCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      “There were certain aspects of the performance that were really positive for us when we were in possession. 
      “I think the biggest thing is that you have to take advantage of the scenarios you are presented with. 
      “If we had taken one or two of the chances we had, then mentally it would have changed the landscape of the game.”
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      Bristol City 3 Brighton 0: Robins defeat Seagulls as relegation scrap heats up in the WSL

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      MATT BEARD reckons Brighton were fortunate to see only one of their players sent off during their feisty 3-0 loss to Bristol City. 
      And the Twerton Park gaffer praised his rampaging Robins for blowing the relegation battle wide open by grabbing their first win in the top-flight this term. 

      Bristol City picked up their first win of the season and their first victory under Matt BeardCredit: Represented by ZUMA Press, Inc.

      Ebony Salmon was on target twice for the Robins during the fiery encounter at Twerton ParkCredit: Represented by ZUMA Press, Inc.

      An Ebony Salmon brace and a Yana Daniels boomer saw the Robins sink the Seagulls to register their first WSL victory under interim boss Beard.
      But the clash was not without its moments of drama and anger which included a second-half red card for Kayleigh Green. 
      The Wales ace was given her marching orders for a stamp on Yana Daniels in the 68th minute. 
      And the Belgium star revealed Green had apologised and there were no hard feelings afterwards. 

      Beard said: “It was a clear red card as she had a red mist and stamped on Yana. I think they were lucky to finish the game with ten players. 
      Daniels added: “These things happen in football. There is so much passion in the match and they were losing. 
      “I think it just was a really tough, feisty game and she apologised so it is forgotten already.”
      Bristol, eager to bounce back from a 4-0 drubbing at Everton, got off to a flier through Daniels’ long-range opener in the third minute. 

      Matt Beard believes Bristol’s win will put pressure on Aston Villa and his old club West HamCredit: Rex Features

      However, Brighton refused to be bowed and set about pressuring their hosts keeping them pinned in their own half in the first 30 minutes.
      And they should have levelled after a quarter of an hour with several Seagulls lining up but failing to strike in the Robins’ penalty area. 
      Despite Brighton’s efforts, the hosts extended their lead with Ebony Salmon netting after the half-hour mark following a glorious pass from Jasmine Matthews. 
      And the Bristol starlet picked up her fifth goal of the season from the penalty spot after Victoria Williams was penalised for a handball thirty minutes into the second half.
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      Brighton have lost five league games on the bounce ahead of their trip to ChelseaCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      With 22 minutes to go the visitors were reduced to ten players after Kayleigh Green saw red. 
      The 3-0 win leaves Matt Beard’s side, who are bottom, just four points behind ninth-placed Brighton
      And Hope Powell’s player face a tricky trip to Chelsea next in the league. 
      Beard believes the battle to beat drop may become more intense with Aston Villa and West Ham just two points ahead. 
      However, the Twerton Park boss is wary of the advantage his old club has with the Hammers carrying two games in hand over the Robins. 
      Beard added:  “What we have done is put West Ham and Aston Villa under pressure for their games because we’ve got three points and we’ve got a little bit closer to them. 

      The Robins are due to take on Leicester City in the Conti Cup semi-finalsCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      “We can only control ourselves and that’s the most important thing. 
      “At the moment, we’re still reliant on other teams dropping points. 
      “All we can do is control what we can control and just keep picking points up and trying to do as much as we can to stay up.”

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      Man City boss Taylor backs WSL head injury subs and says Mewis will miss West Ham clash

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      GARETH TAYLOR has thrown his weight behind the use of concussions subs in the women’s top-flight, after football chiefs reached a deal with Fifa. 
      And the Man City gaffer revealed Samantha Mewis will miss his side’s clash with West Ham after picking up an injury on USA duty.

      Gareth Taylor’s Man City side are to play West Ham in the WSLCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      Taylor welcomed the introduction concussion substitutes in the Women’s Super League and the Women’s ChampionshipCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      Taylor, 47, was speaking hours after Wembley and League bosses agreed to the introduction of concussion substitutes in the Prem, the Women’s Super League and the Women’s Championship.
      The new rule will come into effect in the three divisions from February 6. 
      Taylor said: “I look at my situation when I played back in the day and there were a couple of times where I was concussed. 
      “Fortunately, in one of those situations I was taken off and people told me afterwards I was complaining about wanting to come back on the pitch

      “I couldn’t remember anything so I think this is something that is needed. 
      “We had two concussions in pre-season in training with players being hit with a ball.
      “Sometimes these situations can be dangerous, so I give credit to the FA. It’s an important addition for us to have.” 
      Man City, who sealed a January move for US ace Abby Dahlkemper, have suffered a minor injury blow following a knock to Sam Mewis. 

      The USA midfielder hobbled off with an ankle problem during her country’s 6-0 win against Colombia.
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      Man City will be without Sam Mewis when they play West HamCredit: Represented by ZUMA Press, Inc.
      Mewis, 28, has been on target three times in nine WSL appearances.
      And the presence of the box-to-box midfield maestro was missed during City’s Conti Cup quarter-final loss to Chelsea. 
      However, Taylor is hopeful the US star will be available for selection ahead of City’s clash with Arsenal
      The Gunners are fourth after 11 games and one place below Man City in the table.
      Taylor added: “We are waiting for the results of a scan to see if this is remnants of an old injury or if it’s a new one. 
      “To be honest she’s looking good and came through a few checks. 
      “I think this weekend may be too soon for her to return.

      Sam Mewis picked up an ankle injury during USA Women’s 6-0 win against Colombia in OrlandoCredit: Represented by ZUMA Press, Inc.
      “But there’s a real possibility that she could be back for next week and ready for the game after that. 
      “Even when she was given the news about her injury, Sam felt that it was better than what it was showing. 
      “That just speaks volumes of her as a person, really, she’s a very positive person and she’s working really hard to get herself back in.”

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      Tottenham’s Cho So-hyun pictured at Hotspur Way training ground for first time loan since switch from rivals West Ham

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      CHO SO-HYUN has been pictured at Tottenham’s training ground for the first time since her transfer from rivals West Ham.
      The South Korean playmaker will wear the number 11 shirt for the North Londoners.

      Cho So-hyun has switched from West Ham to Spurs

      Cho joined West Ham in January, 2019 and made 33 appearances

      The midfield maestro, 32, penned a season long loan deal with Spurs – with an option to make the switch permanent.
      She is one of the East London club’s most experienced players, as skipper of her country and with the most caps for the international team.
      Cho will reunite with men’s South Korea captain Son Heung-min, at the North London club.
      The women’s and men’s teams share the Hotspur Way training hub.

      The move to seventh-placed Spurs will be a step up for midfield maestro, given that West Ham are third from bottom.
      She is in contention to face Chelsea on Sunday, where she will meet up with her international team-mate Ji So-yun.
      Cho is also known to be a respected figure in the Hammers’ dressing room and is often helping guide the youngsters.
      She was an integral part of the West Ham side which historically reached the FA Cup final for the first time ever, in their inaugural WSL season.

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      It was her penalty in a shootout with Reading that secured the spot at Wembley in May 2019, and she has made 33 appearances in total.
      The South Korea ace spent six years in the WK League, helping Incheon win the top-flight title in four campaigns.
      She is the second West Ham casualty of the January transfer window, with striker Alisha Lehmann moving to Everton for a season long loan on Monday.

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