Become a Member
Sport

Brad's silver lining

July 14, 2011 14:44

By

Danny Caro,

Danny Caro

1 min read

Brad Solomon was bursting with pride after GB's Women's team claimed their first-ever football medal.

A 3-1 victory over Germany saw them take silver and finish as the top European side in a three-team event.

The event started badly for GB who were crushed 7-0 by runaway winners USA in their opening match.

But they bounced back in style, thumping Germany 9-1 with three goals from Sara Lyons plus one apiece from Raquel Lewis, Sophie Lawrence, Jennifer Palmer, Samantha Miller, Michaela Green and an own goal.

To get more from Life, click here to sign up for our free Life newsletter.