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"Thanks for posting this. Loved Ellen's no-nonsense finish for the third goal!  "

"Not familiar with Makanza but really pleased that free-scoring Catala is being given a chance to show what she can do at the highest level. As for the midfield, I agree with Sylvain and (with my usual imitation of a broken record) I have to ask…"

"How many goals is that for Catala now? I see her face every week on this!"

"First time I've had the chance to see Boquete tonight and I was very impressed. Brilliantly-taken goal and looked sharp all night (despite being played out of position for much of it).   Disappointed by Germany though. Looked completely…"

"Its a thrilling contest this season. Although I'm a fan of Lyon, I'm really pleased that Juvisy, Montpellier, PSG and St Etienne are not letting the European Champions have it all their own way!   As a fan of French football in…"

"I appreciate that I risk sounding like a broken record but - once again - I cannot understand the omission of the experienced defensive midfielder Amandine Henry. I think it's a gamble on Soubeyrand's fitness - particularly as the first…"

"Me too. I've enjoyed watching Lyon this season. They look so comfortable on the ball all of the time - a sign of real class. It's significant that the defence is the Lyon defence - that understanding could be all important against the…"

"No Amandine Henry? Gobsmacked at that omission! Strong looking squad nonetheless. Half from WCL winners Lyon."