GB Women’s Tackle Team in Crucial Showdown Against Spain this Saturday

GB Women's Tackle Team vs Germany May 2023

The Great Britain Women’s Tackle Team is bracing for a defining moment in their IFAF European championship pursuit as they gear up to face Spain in Zaragoza on Saturday. With the tournament now spanning two years with individual games, the stakes have never been higher for the World number 2 British squad as they prepare for a must-win encounter that could shape their quest for gold.

In the lead-up to this pivotal clash, the journey of the Great Britain team has been characterised by both triumphs and setbacks. Last April witnessed a commanding 40-0 victory over Sweden, showcasing the team’s prowess and dominance against the World number 8 team. However, their momentum faced a hiccup in May when they suffered a narrow defeat at the hands of Germany, falling short by a mere point with a final score of 23-22.

As the stage shifts to Zaragoza, Spain, the British team finds themselves on the cusp of a make-or-break moment. Standing undefeated, Spain poses a formidable challenge, having clinched impressive victories over Finland and Germany. Notably, Spain secured a 12-0 win against Finland, the world number 3, on Finnish soil in May 2023, followed by a hard-fought 8-6 triumph over Germany at home in August 2023.

With the tournament now spread across two years, each game carries heightened significance, and the upcoming clash against Spain is no exception. For GB to keep their championship dreams alive, securing a victory against Spain is non-negotiable. However, the task at hand is not without its complexities, as Spain’s undefeated record, and defensive dominance having only conceded 3 points per game, underscores their status as a formidable adversary.

Adding to the intrigue is what this means for the championship title. Should GB emerge victorious against Spain, their eyes will be fixed on Finland vs Germany in May. With Germany having a head-to-head advantage, GB will then be hoping for a Finland victory, where the significance of their clash against Finland at home in August will be winner-takes-all all. Should Germany beat Finland then the GB vs Finland game remains a must-win game for GB, but complicated tiebreaker scenarios will come into play. This underscores the critical importance of every point, possession and play in pursuing victory.

As anticipation mounts for the showdown in Zaragoza, everyone eagerly awaits what promises to be a thrilling display of skill, strategy, and sheer determination. In the picturesque setting of Zaragoza, the stage is set for a clash of titans as the GB Women’s Tackle Team seeks to secure the title of Europe’s top team.

You can watch the game via a Live Stream at www.youtube.com/@fefa_spain

Full Schedule

IFAF European Championships 2023-2024

April 2023

Great Britain 40 – 0 Sweden

May 2023

Finland 0 – 12 Spain

Germany 23 – 22 Great Britain

August 2023

Spain 8 – 6 Germany

Sweden 0 – 10 Finland

April 2024

Spain vs Great Britain

May 2024

Finland vs Germany

Sweden vs Spain

August 2024

Germany vs Sweden

Great Britain vs Sweden

Current Standings

IFAF European Championships 2023-2024

Team	P	W	L	T	PF	PA	PCT
Spain	2	2	0	0	20	6	1.000
Finland	2	1	1	0	10	12	0.500
Germany	2	1	1	0	29	30	0.500
Great Britain	2	1	1	0	62	23	0.500
Sweden	2	0	2	0	0	50	0.000