There are constant messages I heard growing up... like, 'If you're unfit, you go in goal' or, 'If you're crap, you go… — Karen Bardsley Copy Share Image
Female goalkeepers are seen as equals in academies now. We're trying to set a good example for the younger boys so they're… — Karen Bardsley Copy Share Image
The only technical difference you will find is, if you are keeping goal as a male, they will play a bit further… — Karen Bardsley Copy Share Image
It took me a while to accept everything, but I am so grateful for the way my parents raised me. It's my life, it's… — Karen Bardsley Copy Share Image
If you speak to girls who play football alongside lads, they'll tell you that you almost have to earn the right to play with… — Karen Bardsley Copy Share Image
We do get a lot of sexist tweets and comments, things about a woman's place being in the kitchen, not on the pitch. — Karen Bardsley Copy Share Image
Every time I step onto the field, I think of my parents. It's such an honor to represent them and my family. — Karen Bardsley Copy Share Image
I like to eat healthily and feel like I'm putting good fuel in my body, although I do allow some tasty treats once in… — Karen Bardsley Copy Share Image
Goalkeepers get criticism for commenting on outfield players, but outfield players can comment on goalkeeping; it is not a two-way street. — Karen Bardsley Copy Share Image
My big thing is we need to change how people feel about goalkeeping. I don't think there is enough respect for the position in… — Karen Bardsley Copy Share Image
You can make loads of great saves, but if you concede, it's, 'That's what we will show the world.' — Karen Bardsley Copy Share Image
I'm not fussed about awards. I just want to win a medal and a trophy. — Karen Bardsley Copy Share Image
