Liberty Simons

5 days ago | thehalfwayline.com | Liberty Simons

In recent years, Sweden have had become the team that are always the bridesmaid, never the bride. Sweden will be eager to turn the tables this summer at Euro 2025. Since their inaugural win of the Women’s European Championship back in 1984, Sweden have come close but never tasted victory again. The side have collected the silver medals three times, in 1987, 1995, and 2001, and bronze four times, in 1989, 1997, 2005, and 2013.

1 week ago | thehalfwayline.com | Liberty Simons

Poland are undeniably the new kids on the block ahead of Euro 2025. Qualifying for their first major tournament at the European Championship this summer, the team overcame the odds to see themselves set for Switzerland. With a young squad and a young manager, the Biało-czerwone are gearing up for the biggest summer in their history. The Halfway Line previews the nation ahead of their maiden tournament. Poland’s road to Euro 20252024 was bookended by two extremes for Poland.

2 weeks ago | thehalfwayline.com | Liberty Simons

Switzerland midfielder Vallotto signs for Wolfsburg, joining the German giants from Swedish side Hammarby. Smilla Vallotto’s contract with the Frauen Bundesliga outfit runs until June 30, 2028, and she will wear the number 14. The Swiss international joins the She-Wolves after two years in Stockholm with Hammarby. She made 58 appearances for the Bajen, including seeven Champions League appearances. She registered seven goals for the side in her two year stint, and 13 assists.

1 month ago | libertysimons.substack.com | Liberty Simons

The middle seat is my new favourite place on an airplane. It’s the perfect seat to have, no pressure of the aisle seat, no one is jealous that you have the window. You can still see the world below but have access to get out easily enough. It’s the same feeling that is evoked from going into a final as the one’s everyone expects to lose. No pressure, no jealousy. You get the experience and the atmosphere without the added layer that can taint the day. Until, of course, you win it.

1 month ago | thehalfwayline.com | Tom Maher |Liberty Simons

For football fans Tuesday night was another storied act in the drama of the English Football League play offs. Sunderland’s Dan Ballard headed home in the 120th minute to put the home side ahead in their play off semi final second leg against Coventry.