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One-to-one

Which female players do you admire/have learnt from?

At England Mo Marley really helped me when I first got into the team; she gave me a lot of good advice. Also for similar reasons, Julie Chipchase for her consistent inspiration and guidance. I also learnt a lot from some of the USA players, Kristine Lilly & Mia Hamm they made me realise what was needed to play at the top level i.e. Fitness, talking to the media etc.

Have you any routines for preparing for a match?

Before a game I always put my left sock and left boot on first.

What are your future career aims?

To reach 100 caps for England and to play in another World Cup, and to play in the 2012 Olympics. And at club level to win the FA Cup.

What’s your most treasured football moment to date?

Being selected to play in the Fifa All Stars Team.

What has been your favourite club moment?

Reaching the League Cup Final with Tranmere.

And your worst experience so far?

Getting injured, I dislocated my ankle and was out for 6/7 months.

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