adversity

Both teams - countries where opportunities for women and girls in sport are far less accessible or accepted than the likes of England or Australia - are littered with stories of resilience and overcoming adversity.

But Emery is no stranger to dealing with adversity.

Then, as has happened so often this season, a confounding moment of adversity struck.

"His heart is huge. His spirit, his courage, the adversity he faced last year around his injury, settling into a new country and culture," said Andrews.

It's also bought residents closer together and fostered a sense of community as "there's nothing like adversity to help a team gel," according to Mark.