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Young women in Rio favela hope to overcome poverty and violence to play in Women's World Cup in 2027
Read full article: Young women in Rio favela hope to overcome poverty and violence to play in Women's World Cup in 2027Young Brazilian female footballers are hopeful that their country playing host to the 2027 Women's World Cup will boost the sport in the South American nation.
Brazil picked by FIFA to get soccer's 2027 Women's World Cup, a first for South America
Read full article: Brazil picked by FIFA to get soccer's 2027 Women's World Cup, a first for South AmericaBrazil will host the 2027 Women’s World Cup after a vote of FIFA’s full membership chose the South American bid over a joint proposal from Belgium, Netherlands and Germany.
FIFA report rates Brazil bid higher than Germany/Netherlands/Belgium to host 2027 Women's World Cup
Read full article: FIFA report rates Brazil bid higher than Germany/Netherlands/Belgium to host 2027 Women's World CupBrazil’s bid for the 2027 Women’s World Cup has been ranked higher than the bid submitted by Germany, Netherlands and Belgium in an evaluation report released by FIFA.
U.S. and Mexico drop bid to host 2027 World Cup, Brazil and joint German-Dutch-Belgian bids remain
Read full article: U.S. and Mexico drop bid to host 2027 World Cup, Brazil and joint German-Dutch-Belgian bids remainThe U.S. Soccer Federation and its Mexican counterpart have dropped their joint bid to host the 2027 Women’s World Cup.
Spain fines its soccer federation for not having harassment protocol in place at Women's World Cup
Read full article: Spain fines its soccer federation for not having harassment protocol in place at Women's World CupThe Spanish soccer federation and Barcelona soccer club have been fined an undisclosed sum by Spain’s labor ministry for not meeting workplace regulations regarding gender equality.
US falls to Mexico for the second time ever, losing 2-0 in the Women's Gold Cup
Read full article: US falls to Mexico for the second time ever, losing 2-0 in the Women's Gold CupMexico beat the United States for the second time ever, getting goals from Lizbeth Ovalle and Mayra Pelayo for a 2-0 victory in the CONCACAF Women’s Gold Cup.
US national team midfielder Samantha Mewis retires from soccer because of knee injury
Read full article: US national team midfielder Samantha Mewis retires from soccer because of knee injurySamantha Mewis has retired from soccer because of a knee injury that has sidelined her from the U.S. team since the Tokyo Olympics.
Women's World Cup winner Spain finally rises to the top of FIFA rankings ahead of United States
Read full article: Women's World Cup winner Spain finally rises to the top of FIFA rankings ahead of United StatesWomen’s World Cup winner Spain has risen atop the FIFA rankings after advancing to the final four of the UEFA Nations League.
1 in 5 players at Women's World Cup abused online, FIFA says
Read full article: 1 in 5 players at Women's World Cup abused online, FIFA saysA report prepared by FIFA and the global players' association says players at the Women’s World Cup were 29% more likely to receive online abuse than those at the men’s tournament in 2022.
Women's soccer falls short in medical support and pay, World Cup survey claims
Read full article: Women's soccer falls short in medical support and pay, World Cup survey claimsA survey of players involved in this year’s Women’s World Cup suggests women’s soccer is falling short in key areas including medical support and pay.
Spanish soccer official who kissed unwilling star player is banned for three years
Read full article: Spanish soccer official who kissed unwilling star player is banned for three yearsThe Spanish soccer official who provoked a players’ rebellion and a reckoning on gender when he kissed an unwilling star player on the lips is banned for three years by the sport’s global governing body.
Alex Morgan misses penalty and U.S. settles for 0-0 draw with Colombia in exhibition
Read full article: Alex Morgan misses penalty and U.S. settles for 0-0 draw with Colombia in exhibitionAlex Morgan missed a penalty at the end of the first half and the United States settled for a scoreless draw against Colombia in an exhibition game on Thursday night.
Australia in talks with Indonesia about a possible challenge to Saudi Arabia for the 2034 World Cup
Read full article: Australia in talks with Indonesia about a possible challenge to Saudi Arabia for the 2034 World CupSoccer officials in Australia and Indonesia have floated the idea of teaming up in a bid to rival Saudi Arabia for the hosting rights to the men’s World Cup in 2034.
Julie Ertz says goodbye to the US national team during a 3-0 win over South Africa
Read full article: Julie Ertz says goodbye to the US national team during a 3-0 win over South AfricaTwo-time Women’s World Cup winner Julie Ertz played her final match for the United States, an emotional 3-0 victory over South Africa in an exhibition at Cincinnati.
Spain women's coach calls up World Cup-winning players and leaves out Hermoso to 'protect her'
Read full article: Spain women's coach calls up World Cup-winning players and leaves out Hermoso to 'protect her'The new coach of Spain’s women’s team has included 15 of the World Cup-winning players in her squad even though they have not publicly announced an end to their boycott of the national team.
Women's World Cup winners maintain boycott of Spain's national team. Coach delays picking her squad
Read full article: Women's World Cup winners maintain boycott of Spain's national team. Coach delays picking her squadThe new coach of Spain’s women’s team has had to delay the announcement of her first squad after nearly all of the country’s World Cup-winning players maintained their boycott of the national team.
UEFA hosts women soccer stars for expert advice. Then it thanks ousted Luis Rubiales for his service
Read full article: UEFA hosts women soccer stars for expert advice. Then it thanks ousted Luis Rubiales for his serviceEuropean soccer body UEFA has hosted a storied group of women players and coaches for a conference to help shape a brighter future for their game.
With Rubiales finally out, Spanish soccer ready to leave embarrassing chapter behind
Read full article: With Rubiales finally out, Spanish soccer ready to leave embarrassing chapter behindSpanish soccer is ready to move forward three weeks after its women’s team won the Women’s World Cup but had its celebrations marred by a kiss that ignited a crisis.
Julie Ertz retires from soccer after 10-year career and 2 Women's World Cup titles
Read full article: Julie Ertz retires from soccer after 10-year career and 2 Women's World Cup titlesTwo-time U.S. Soccer Player of the Year Julie Ertz has retired from soccer after a 10-year career that included back-to-back Women’s World Cup titles.
One week after sullying the Women's World Cup, Luis Rubiales is now a Spanish soccer outcast
Read full article: One week after sullying the Women's World Cup, Luis Rubiales is now a Spanish soccer outcastOne week after the president of the Spanish soccer federation kissed a player on the lips during the Women’s World Cup awards ceremony, his reputation is in tatters and he's out of his job.
World champion Spain rises to No. 2 in FIFA rankings led by Sweden. US off top spot after six years
Read full article: World champion Spain rises to No. 2 in FIFA rankings led by Sweden. US off top spot after six yearsWomen’s World Cup winner Spain rose to No. 2 in the newly published FIFA rankings with the United States falling off the top spot for the first time in more than six years.
Angry reaction after Spanish soccer leader kissed a Women’s World Cup star on the mouth
Read full article: Angry reaction after Spanish soccer leader kissed a Women’s World Cup star on the mouthThe leader of Spain’s soccer federation marred the country’s Women’s World Cup victory after kissing a player on the lips during the medal ceremony, drawing criticism for inappropriate conduct in a sport that has struggled to overcome sexism.
Sophia Smith scores go-ahead goal as Portland edges North Carolina 2-1, takes over top spot in NWSL
Read full article: Sophia Smith scores go-ahead goal as Portland edges North Carolina 2-1, takes over top spot in NWSLSophia Smith wasted little time in her return from the Women’s World Cup, scoring the go-ahead goal one minute after taking the pitch as a second-half substitute in Portland’s 2-1 victory over North Carolina in Portland, Oregon.
Women's World Cup champion Spain poised for long run among soccer elite with talented young team
Read full article: Women's World Cup champion Spain poised for long run among soccer elite with talented young teamNewly crowned Women’s World Cup champion Spain has established itself as a team to be reckoned with for many years to come.
Olga Carmona scored in Spain's 1-0 Women's World Cup win. Then she learned her father had died
Read full article: Olga Carmona scored in Spain's 1-0 Women's World Cup win. Then she learned her father had diedThe Spanish soccer federation says Olga Carmona, whose goal won the Women’s World Cup for Spain on Sunday, learned after the final of her father’s death.
Spaniards back home celebrate La Roja winning Women's World Cup
Read full article: Spaniards back home celebrate La Roja winning Women's World CupSpaniards have erupted in joy after La Roja won the Women’s World Cup, with some following coach Jorge Vilda’s call to take to the streets and celebrate Spain’s first major soccer title in more than a decade.
From turmoil to triumph, Spain earns its first Women's World Cup title with a 1-0 win over England
Read full article: From turmoil to triumph, Spain earns its first Women's World Cup title with a 1-0 win over EnglandSpain has won the Women’s World Cup for the first time with Olga Carmona’s first-half strike giving La Roja a 1-0 victory over England in the final at Stadium Australia.
Women's World Cup Live Updates: Spain up 1-0 and James enters for England at start of second half
Read full article: Women's World Cup Live Updates: Spain up 1-0 and James enters for England at start of second halfEngland playmaker Lauren James was substituted into the Women’s World Cup final at the start of the second half with Spain leading 1-0.
Sweden beats Australia 2-0 to win another bronze medal at the Women's World Cup
Read full article: Sweden beats Australia 2-0 to win another bronze medal at the Women's World CupSweden has won another bronze medal at the Women’s World Cup with Fridolina Rolfo and Kosovare Asllani scoring in a 2-0 win over co-host Australia.
Building on Barcelona's success, Spain is playing its first Women's World Cup final against England
Read full article: Building on Barcelona's success, Spain is playing its first Women's World Cup final against EnglandThe Spanish squad is built on a core of Barcelona players who have triumphed with their club.
FIFA head Infantino says Women's World Cup breaks even but plays down calls for equal prize money
Read full article: FIFA head Infantino says Women's World Cup breaks even but plays down calls for equal prize moneyFIFA president Gianni Infantino said Friday that the Women’s World Cup has “broken even” after generating more than $570 million in revenue but again dismissed suggestions for equal prize money with the men’s World Cup.
Is it coming home? England looks to bring Women's World Cup trophy back to birthplace of soccer
Read full article: Is it coming home? England looks to bring Women's World Cup trophy back to birthplace of soccerA World Cup trophy may indeed be coming back to the birthplace of soccer for the first time in 57 years.
England moves into the Women's World Cup final against Spain after ending Australia's run
Read full article: England moves into the Women's World Cup final against Spain after ending Australia's runEngland has advanced to its first Women's World Cup final with a 3-1 victory over co-host Australia and will next play Spain for the title.
Spain nervous ahead of Women's World Cup semifinal, a match against tournament stalwart Sweden
Read full article: Spain nervous ahead of Women's World Cup semifinal, a match against tournament stalwart SwedenSpain has never before advanced this far into the Women's World Cup and makes its first appearance in the semifinals against powerhouse Sweden.
Australia pulling for Matildas to advance in Women's World Cup. Only 1 host has ever won the title
Read full article: Australia pulling for Matildas to advance in Women's World Cup. Only 1 host has ever won the titleAustralia will try to avoid a dubious statistic among hosts of the Women’s World Cup by avoiding elimination in the quarterfinals of the tournament.
Paralluelo's extra-time goal gives Spain a win over the Dutch and a Women's World Cup semifinal spot
Read full article: Paralluelo's extra-time goal gives Spain a win over the Dutch and a Women's World Cup semifinal spotSalma Paralluelo has scored deep in extra time to give Spain a 2-1 win over the Netherlands and send the sixth-ranked nation into the semifinals of the Women’s World Cup for the first time.
Japan tries to stake its claim as favorite at Women's World Cup when quarterfinals begin
Read full article: Japan tries to stake its claim as favorite at Women's World Cup when quarterfinals beginJapan has hardly been tested in this Women’s World Cup and rolled with a perfect 4-0 record into the quarterfinals.
Marta, Sinclair and Rapinoe among the generational talents retiring after Women's World Cup
Read full article: Marta, Sinclair and Rapinoe among the generational talents retiring after Women's World CupGenerational talents Marta, Christine Sinclair and Megan Rapinoe have all played in their final Women’s World Cup.
From upsets to record attendance, these are the trends that have emerged at the Women's World Cup
Read full article: From upsets to record attendance, these are the trends that have emerged at the Women's World CupThe traditional elite being cut down to size has been the standout theme at the Women's World Cup ahead of the quarterfinals.
2 main concerns for USWNT going forward after World Cup exit
Read full article: 2 main concerns for USWNT going forward after World Cup exitOne of those causes of concern is something that the U.S. has control of rectifying. The other it has no control of at all, and simply needs to monitor and stay ahead of.
Usme leads Colombia to a 1-0 win over Jamaica and a spot in the Women's World Cup quarterfinals
Read full article: Usme leads Colombia to a 1-0 win over Jamaica and a spot in the Women's World Cup quarterfinalsCatalina Usme scored early in the second half and Colombia beat Jamaica 1-0 to advance to the Women’s World Cup quarterfinals for the first time.
The future is uncertain for the United States after crashing out of the Women’s World Cup
Read full article: The future is uncertain for the United States after crashing out of the Women’s World CupThe once-dominant Americans crashed out of the Women’s World Cup on penalties after a scoreless draw with Sweden in the Round of 16.
US loses to Sweden on penalty kicks in its earliest Women's World Cup exit ever
Read full article: US loses to Sweden on penalty kicks in its earliest Women's World Cup exit everThe United States played its best game of this Women’s World Cup and it wasn’t good enough to stop the two-time reigning champions from being eliminated in the round of 16.
Americans' escape in group stage preserved meaningful US betting action on the Women’s World Cup
Read full article: Americans' escape in group stage preserved meaningful US betting action on the Women’s World CupThe shot that hit the post in the Americans’ scoreless draw with Portugal not only allowed the defending champions to advance out of the group stage, it also preserved any meaningful betting action in the U.S. on the Women’s World Cup.
Underwhelming U.S. team slumps into Women's World Cup knockout game against familiar foe
Read full article: Underwhelming U.S. team slumps into Women's World Cup knockout game against familiar foeFrequent rivals Sweden and the United States will meet once again at the Women’s World Cup, but this time it is decidedly different.
Morocco advances and Germany exits in wild finale to the group stage at the Women's World Cup
Read full article: Morocco advances and Germany exits in wild finale to the group stage at the Women's World CupTwo-time champion Germany was eliminated in a wild finale to the group stage of the Women’s World Cup, while low-ranked Morocco advanced to the knockout stage.
Shaky Americans avoid upset to reach Women's World Cup knockout round after 0-0 draw with Portugal
Read full article: Shaky Americans avoid upset to reach Women's World Cup knockout round after 0-0 draw with PortugalThe two-time reigning champion United States came within inches of Women’s World Cup elimination, but Portugal’s late near-miss helped the Americans avoid the biggest upset in tournament history.
US needs win or draw to avoid risk of elimination in group play for first time in Women's World Cup
Read full article: US needs win or draw to avoid risk of elimination in group play for first time in Women's World CupThe United States arrived at the Women’s World Cup as the favorite to win an unprecedented third consecutive title.
Megan Rapinoe adjusts to new role at Women's World Cup while still savoring final days in spotlight
Read full article: Megan Rapinoe adjusts to new role at Women's World Cup while still savoring final days in spotlightMegan Rapinoe is adjusting to her new role at the Women’s World Cup, even if it means she’s not on the field as much as she’d like to be.
Savannah DeMelo's ability to speak Portuguese may help US in critical Women's World Cup match
Read full article: Savannah DeMelo's ability to speak Portuguese may help US in critical Women's World Cup matchSavannah DeMelo was a surprise addition to the U.S. roster for the Women's World Cup because she had never played for the national team.
England hopes to be sharper in its next Women's World Cup match after underwhelming opener
Read full article: England hopes to be sharper in its next Women's World Cup match after underwhelming openerKatie Robinson knows England left many unimpressed with its underwhelming 1-0 victory against overmatched Haiti in its opening match at the Women’s World Cup.
The Americans dominated their Women's World Cup opener. They face a tougher task against the Dutch
Read full article: The Americans dominated their Women's World Cup opener. They face a tougher task against the DutchThe United States and the Netherlands meet again on the Women’s World Cup stage with smaller stakes than the 2019 title game won by the Americans.
Rapinoe's farewell begins with the U.S. team's opening Women's World Cup match against Vietnam
Read full article: Rapinoe's farewell begins with the U.S. team's opening Women's World Cup match against VietnamMegan Rapinoe’s final run on the global stage begins Saturday when the United States opens its quest to win an unprecedented third consecutive Women’s World Cup title.
New Zealand opens Women's World Cup with a 1-0 upset over Norway on emotional 1st day in host nation
Read full article: New Zealand opens Women's World Cup with a 1-0 upset over Norway on emotional 1st day in host nationHannah Wilkinson has scored to open the second half and New Zealand has upset Norway 1-0 for its first-ever win at the Women’s World Cup just hours after a shooting in downtown Auckland that shocked the host nation.
FIFA can't guarantee federations will pay promised $30,000 per player at Women's World Cup
Read full article: FIFA can't guarantee federations will pay promised $30,000 per player at Women's World CupFIFA President Gianni Infantino says he is engaging with member federations to make sure that the $30,000 payments designated for every player at the Women’s World Cup reach the athletes.
Megan Rapinoe says she'll retire after the NWSL season and her 4th World Cup
Read full article: Megan Rapinoe says she'll retire after the NWSL season and her 4th World CupU.S. women’s soccer star Megan Rapinoe is ready to retire after an illustrious career in which she won an Olympic gold medal, two World Cups and never shied away from using her platform to spotlight social issues.
Morgan and Rapinoe selected for the US Women's World Cup roster
Read full article: Morgan and Rapinoe selected for the US Women's World Cup rosterEighteen-year-old Alyssa Thompson is among the 23 players selected for the United States team that will defend its title at the Women’s World Cup next month.
Soccer players' union looks to hold FIFA accountable for player payments
Read full article: Soccer players' union looks to hold FIFA accountable for player paymentsThe global soccer players’ union says is working with FIFA to make sure that payments promised to all players at the Women’s World Cup actually reach them.
FIFA's Infantino optimistic about Women's World Cup TV deals in Europe
Read full article: FIFA's Infantino optimistic about Women's World Cup TV deals in EuropeFIFA President Gianni Infantino seems slightly more optimistic about completing what he would see as an acceptable deal for the broadcast rights to the upcoming Women’s World Cup in five key European countries.
FIFA report shows growth in women's soccer
Read full article: FIFA report shows growth in women's soccerWomen’s soccer is seeing growing revenues globally from sponsorships, broadcast deals and merchandising, while also seeing greater interest from fans, according to a new survey by the game’s governing body.
Rapinoe, Morgan back for US for World Cup qualifiers
Read full article: Rapinoe, Morgan back for US for World Cup qualifiersMegan Rapinoe and Alex Morgan have been included on the U.S. national soccer team roster for the upcoming CONCACAF W Championship, which will determine four of the region’s teams in the 2023 Women’s World Cup.
FIFA politics a new challenge for Ellis over biennial WCups
Read full article: FIFA politics a new challenge for Ellis over biennial WCupsTwo-time Women's World Cup-winning coach Jill Ellis says she hopes the politics of men's football doesn't impact the decision whether to have biennial women's World Cups.
Ellis says biennial Women's World Cup can help grow the game
Read full article: Ellis says biennial Women's World Cup can help grow the gameFormer U.S. women’s national team coach Jill Ellis insists a biennial Women’s World Cup is not a foregone conclusion but it is being discussed by FIFA as part of a strategy to grow the women’s game.
Rapinoe returns to US national team after nearly a year
Read full article: Rapinoe returns to US national team after nearly a yearThat's changing now that Rapinoe has returned to the U.S. national team for its January training camp in Florida after sitting out most of last year. The last time Rapinoe played for the national team was on March 11, when she scored in a 3-1 SheBelieves Cup victory over Japan. The national team settled its dispute with the federation over unequal working conditions in December, leaving the pay dispute still unresolved. Rapinoe, 35, has scored 52 goals with 68 assists in 168 appearances with the national team since her first call-up in 2006. She scored on a penalty kick in the United States' victory over the Netherlands in the 2019 World Cup final.