As Jess Park glided over the Etihad Stadium turf, taking centre stage for Manchester City in the derby last month, a captivated Sarina Wiegman watched on, the cameras occasionally panning to the delighted England manager in the stands.
It was hard not to be impressed as Park, a lifelong City fan, produced one of the performances of the season. With two goals and an assist, she was the catalyst for the hosts’ win in midfield with a commanding display on and off the ball.
