England’s wait to win a first Women’s World Cup title goes on after Spain deservedly triumphed in the final in Sydney. The Lionesses, looking to become the first England senior side since the men’s team in 1966 to win the…
Super Falcons crash out Of Women’s World Cup
The Super Falcons have crashed out of the the FIFA Women’s World Cup after losing to England on 4-2 penalty shootouts. Neither of the teams were able to hit the back of the net inside 90 minutes, forcing the match…
Shame! FIFA says World Cup prize money will be paid directly to players because of NFF
FIFA has announced that the 2023 World Cup prize money will be paid directly to the players — without interference from a third party. In a viral video on social media, Fatma Samoura, FIFA secretary-general, said the policy change is…
Women’s World Cup: Fifa president Gianni Infantino threatens tournament blackout in Europe
Fifa president Gianni Infantino has threatened to not broadcast the Women’s World Cup in five European countries unless TV companies improve their rights offers. Infantino said “disappointing” offers from the UK, Spain, Italy, Germany and France were a “slap in…
New Zealand women’s soccer team scraps white shorts to ease anxiety over players’ periods
The New Zealand women’s soccer team will swap their home kit’s white shorts for teal blue to ease players’ period anxieties, the country’s football association (NZF) said. New Zealand will wear the kit in friendlies against Iceland on Friday and…
Vera Pauw names Ireland squad for Women’s World Cup play-off on October 11
Vera Pauw has named a 28-strong Ireland squad for the upcoming Women’s World Cup qualifying play-off on Tuesday October 11. Niamh Farrelly’s Italian job has paid off as she has earned a recall. The 23-year-old midfielder left Glasgow City for…