I hope and expect there are female coaches out there who are saying they want to do what I do, and if I can play a part in that and when I step away from the game can say 'I was the first,' then I'm proud of that too.
Emma HayesRead
We talk about women in football like we are not entitled to the same opportunity and the same access.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the need for equal opportunities for women in football.
Emma Hayes highlights the disparity in opportunities and access afforded to women in football, pointing out the societal attitudes that often deny them the same chances as their male counterparts. This call for recognition and change urges us to support equality in sports, reflecting a broader necessity for gender equity across all fields.
Themes
WomenFootballEqualityOpportunityAccess
In practice
Example use cases
During a panel discussion on sports equality, this quote can be cited to emphasize the ongoing issues faced by women athletes.
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