Underfunded Jamaica aims to undermine Brazil’s status in Women’s World Cup group finale
1 year, 4 months ago

Underfunded Jamaica aims to undermine Brazil’s status in Women’s World Cup group finale

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Four months ago, Jamaica’s players felt unprepared for the Women’s World Cup, blaming inadequate support from their soccer federation for leaving them without proper practice time or pay. “We always look forward to say, ‘We need to try any way possible to get to the second round,’” Jamaica coach Lorne Donaldson said. “And she’s someone we can all look up to when we’re playing with her.” Without Shaw, the Reggae Girlz earned their first Women’s World Cup victory against Panama. “It’s nothing new to us.” In their second Women’s World Cup tournament, Jamaica’s underdogs have the chance to oust one of the perennial top teams.

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England moves into the Women’s World Cup final against Spain after ending Australia’s run
1 year, 4 months ago

England moves into the Women’s World Cup final against Spain after ending Australia’s run

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — Lauren Hemp didn’t let the Women’s World Cup semifinal match between Australia and England become the Sam Kerr show. Hemp scored to restore England’s lead eight minutes after a superb equalizer from Kerr, and then provided a perfect pass for the clincher as the Lionesses moved into their first World Cup championship game with a 3-1 victory over …

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 preview: Australia, England, Spain vying for glory as maiden champion
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 preview: Australia, England, Spain vying for glory as maiden champion

The Hindu  

The FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 is set to have a new champion after 12 years. Morocco’s journey was brought to an end by France, but its round of 16 finish in its maiden World Cup pairs perfectly with the heartening journey of the men’s side in Qatar last year. After a painful and public standoff, only six of the …

Women’s World Cup 2023: This team was not afraid to face any opponent, says Colombia coach Abadia
1 year, 4 months ago

Women’s World Cup 2023: This team was not afraid to face any opponent, says Colombia coach Abadia

The Hindu  

Colombia put on a dazzling performance at the Women’s World Cup in Australia, reaching the quarterfinals as the lowest-ranked team - but the one that played the best football, according to its own coach Nelson Abadia. FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 run will be a turning point in Colombia, says coach Abadia Inspired by the natural flair of 18-year-old Real …

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 run will be a turning point in Colombia, says coach Abadia
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 run will be a turning point in Colombia, says coach Abadia

The Hindu  

Colombia’s captivating run through the Women’s World Cup ended with a 2-1 loss to England on Saturday but coach Nelson Abadia believes his squad’s performance could create a seismic shift in women’s football in the South American country. Leicy Santos scored in the 44th minute to the delight of the largely pro-Colombian crowd of 75,784 but costly errors by keeper …

Women’s World Cup: Lauren James’ red card prevents showdown with Linda Caicedo in quarterfinal
1 year, 4 months ago

Women’s World Cup: Lauren James’ red card prevents showdown with Linda Caicedo in quarterfinal

The Hindu  

England vs. Colombia should have seen two of the most exciting young players at the Women’s World Cup go head-to-head. Instead, Lauren James’ red card for standing on Nigeria defender Michelle Alozie means the England forward will miss the quarterfinal in Sydney on Saturday and a showdown with Colombia’s Linda Caicedo. It’s a team effort and we support each other …

Colombia wakes up to momentous victory at FIFA Women’s World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

Colombia wakes up to momentous victory at FIFA Women’s World Cup

The Hindu  

It was before sunrise in Colombia when the celebrations began. Catalina Usme’s goal at the Women’s World Cup in Melbourne — 14,000 kilometres away — helped Colombia beat Jamaica 1-0 on Tuesday and advance to the quarterfinals for the first time. “We made history today, but this is step by step.” Colombia moves to Sydney for a knockout match Saturday …

Women’s World Cup | Colombia pips impressive Jamaica; France eases past Morocco
1 year, 4 months ago

Women’s World Cup | Colombia pips impressive Jamaica; France eases past Morocco

The Hindu  

France issued a Women’s World Cup warning on August 8 to set up a tasty quarter-final clash against Australia, with Colombia joining them in the last eight and facing England. Asked if his side could beat the Matildas in front of a hostile crowd, he added: “We are capable of doing it but it won’t be easy, albeit not easy …

Jamaica’s Women’s World Cup ends, but their fight for support continues
1 year, 4 months ago

Jamaica’s Women’s World Cup ends, but their fight for support continues

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Jamaica’s Women’s World Cup run might be over for now, but the team’s fight for support back home continues. I’m hoping that the federation starts to take us seriously and just pays attention to what we’re doing out here.” Reggae legend Bob Marley’s daughter, Cedella Marley, heard about the team’s plight in 2014, and has since served …

Women’s World Cup: Colombia edges Jamaica 1-0 to set up England quarterfinal
1 year, 4 months ago

Women’s World Cup: Colombia edges Jamaica 1-0 to set up England quarterfinal

The Hindu  

Catalina Usme scored the only goal as Colombia kept its Women’s World Cup charge on track Tuesday by beating Jamaica 1-0 to secure a maiden quarterfinal against European champion England. Colombia’s intense, attacking ethos under coach Nelson Abadia finally paid dividends in the 51st minute when the dangerous Usme got the breakthrough with a composed finish inside the box to …

For Nigeria’s Super Falcons, a narrow Women’s World Cup exit is the start of a journey, not the end
1 year, 4 months ago

For Nigeria’s Super Falcons, a narrow Women’s World Cup exit is the start of a journey, not the end

Associated Press  

BRISBANE, Australia — Chiamaka Nnadozie’s Nigeria lineup had two chances hit the crossbar in a scoreless draw, and only missed out on the Women’s World Cup quarterfinals after losing a penalty shootout against England. Right now, we have to work harder and come back stronger again.” Nigeria’s players leave this World Cup with respect well-earned on the field that they …

The Women’s World Cup, conference realignment, the MLB trade deadline, and Chris Eubanks on Hang Up and Listen.
54 years, 11 months ago

The Women’s World Cup, conference realignment, the MLB trade deadline, and Chris Eubanks on Hang Up and Listen.

Slate  

Josh Levin and Stefan Fatsis talk about the U.S. national soccer team’s early exit from the Women’s World Cup. Slate’s Ben Mathis-Lilley also joins to discuss the huge shakeups in the Big Ten, Big 12, and Pac-12 conferences and ESPN’s Jeff Passan assesses the fallout from the Major League Baseball trade deadline. • In Slate, Eric Betts wrote that the …

Five quick hits Women's World Cup: Sam Kerr returns, the Matildas win and England edge past Nigeria despite VAR and red card drama
1 year, 4 months ago

Five quick hits Women's World Cup: Sam Kerr returns, the Matildas win and England edge past Nigeria despite VAR and red card drama

ABC  

The Matildas are through to the FIFA Women's World Cup quarterfinals after a solid 2-0 victory over Denmark that saw Sam Kerr return to playing action for the first time this tournament. Battling a calf injury, Sam Kerr missed the first two games of Australia's home World Cup and sat on the bench as a 'break glass in case of …

Bob Marley’s daughter lauded as ‘fairy godmother’ of Jamaica women’s team
1 year, 4 months ago

Bob Marley’s daughter lauded as ‘fairy godmother’ of Jamaica women’s team

The Hindu  

The daughter of reggae legend Bob Marley is something of a “fairy godmother” for the Jamaica team playing in its second Women’s World Cup. READ: Jamaica, Colombia to battle on pitch after partying at nightclub Marley hoped to help the Reggae Girlz reach the 2015 World Cup, but the team failed to qualify. The Marley name — Bob Marley was …

Bob Marley’s daughter is lauded as the ‘fairy godmother’ of the Jamaican women’s team
1 year, 4 months ago

Bob Marley’s daughter is lauded as the ‘fairy godmother’ of the Jamaican women’s team

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — The daughter of reggae legend Bob Marley is something of a “fairy godmother” for the Jamaica team playing in its second Women’s World Cup. Marley hoped to help the Reggae Girlz reach the 2015 World Cup, but the team failed to qualify. The Marley name — Bob Marley was a big soccer fan and player — spurred …

History will be made at Women’s World Cup as Colombia, Jamaica and Morocco seek quarterfinal spots
1 year, 4 months ago

History will be made at Women’s World Cup as Colombia, Jamaica and Morocco seek quarterfinal spots

Associated Press  

AUCKLAND, New Zealand — History will be made Tuesday in at least one of the Women’s World Cup knockout games, where three teams try to advance to the quarterfinals for the first time in their history. The Reggae Girlz are playing in their second consecutive World Cup — they were eliminated in group play in 2019 — and needed a …

Jamaica vs Colombia, FIFA WWC 2023: Teams to battle on pitch after partying at nightclub
1 year, 4 months ago

Jamaica vs Colombia, FIFA WWC 2023: Teams to battle on pitch after partying at nightclub

The Hindu  

Spreading joy on and off the pitch at the Women’s World Cup, Jamaica and Colombia will battle for a quarterfinal place on Tuesday after partying with each other at a Sydney nightclub. For Jamaica, a pay dispute with the national federation still simmers in the background but the “Reggae Girlz” have not let that get in the way of a …

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Sweden keeper Musovic ‘in the zone’ in Japan message
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Sweden keeper Musovic ‘in the zone’ in Japan message

The Hindu  

Sweden goalkeeper Zecira Musovic says she is “in the zone” at the Women’s World Cup after a succession of crucial saves denied the United States in an ominous sign for quarterfinal opponent Japan. Megan Rapinoe, Sophia Smith and Kelley O’Hara all missed from the spot, leaving Lisa Hurtig to send Sweden through 5-4 and become the first team ever to …

Women’s World Cup: Jamaica historic run comes despite ‘subpar’ support
1 year, 4 months ago

Women’s World Cup: Jamaica historic run comes despite ‘subpar’ support

Al Jazeera  

With 30 seconds left on the clock, prolific Brazilian striker Debinha connected with the ball after a scramble on the edge of Jamaica’s six-yard box. Becky Spencer, the Jamaican goalkeeper, dove to scoop up the Brazilian header in a heart-stopping moment that sealed the Caribbean nation’s place in the Round of 16 of the FIFA Women’s World Cup last week. …

Five quick hits from FIFA Women's World Cup: Sam Kerr and Matildas prepare to face Denmark, after USA knocked out by VAR
1 year, 4 months ago

Five quick hits from FIFA Women's World Cup: Sam Kerr and Matildas prepare to face Denmark, after USA knocked out by VAR

ABC  

The reigning champions are knocked out by VAR and a phenomenal goalkeeper, as Sam Kerr is set to finally take the field. Tied 0-0 after 90 minutes, tied 0-0 after 120 minutes, tied 4-4 after 13 penalties and then it's decided like this… USA goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher made the initial save and, despite being adamant there was "no chance" it …

The future is uncertain for the United States after crashing out of the Women’s World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

The future is uncertain for the United States after crashing out of the Women’s World Cup

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — The rest of the world has finally caught up to the United States. A shootout in the 1999 World Cup — with a much different outcome — supercharged the U.S. team’s prominence atop the sport globally. We, as members of the U.S. women’s national team, have always fought for the growth of this game globally, and I …

FIFA Women’s World Cup: U.S. deserved to beat Sweden, says defiant Andonovski
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup: U.S. deserved to beat Sweden, says defiant Andonovski

The Hindu  

United States coach Vlatko Andonovski said his team was more deserving of victory than winner Sweden after Monday’s round of 16 clash in which the defending champion Americans crashed out of the Women’s World Cup with a dramatic 5-4 loss on penalties. After the teams finished extra time locked at 0-0 at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium, three U.S. players, including talisman …

US out of Women's World Cup after shootout defeat to Sweden
1 year, 4 months ago

US out of Women's World Cup after shootout defeat to Sweden

China Daily  

Sweden's Lina Hurtig celebrates with teammates after their round of 16 victory against the US at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup in Melbourne, Australia, Aug 6, 2023. MELBOURNE -- The United States' hopes of a third consecutive Women's World Cup title were dashed as they dominated their round of 16 tie against Sweden, but were dramatically defeated 5-4 on …

Women’s World Cup: United States coach rejects criticism of shaky campaign
1 year, 4 months ago

Women’s World Cup: United States coach rejects criticism of shaky campaign

The Hindu  

United States coach Vlatko Andonovski mounted an impassioned defence of his team’s standards and said criticism of its World Cup campaign was unfair as the defending champions prepare for Sunday’s round of 16 clash against Sweden. “I’m very happy with where they’re at, how they hold themselves accountable and they keep raising the standards.” Bidding for an unprecedented third consecutive …

World Cup winning coach Jill Ellis blown away by ‘unpredictable’ tournament
1 year, 4 months ago

World Cup winning coach Jill Ellis blown away by ‘unpredictable’ tournament

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Double World Cup-winning coach Jill Ellis confesses even …

FIFA Women’s World Cup: Two-time champion Germany knocked out after 1-1 draw with South Korea
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup: Two-time champion Germany knocked out after 1-1 draw with South Korea

The Hindu  

Germany failed to reach the knockout stage for the first time at the Women’s World Cup after being held to a 1-1 draw against South Korea on Thursday. Read | Women’s World Cup 2023: Jamaica knocks out Brazil, reaches last 16 Germany chased the winning goal throughout the second half. Germany, the second-ranked team in the world, failed to advance …

Time to take us seriously, says Jamaica’s World Cup goalkeeper Spencer
1 year, 4 months ago

Time to take us seriously, says Jamaica’s World Cup goalkeeper Spencer

The Hindu  

Goalkeeper Rebecca Spencer says Jamaica’s historic run into the knockout stages of the World Cup will put pressure on football bosses at home to take the women’s team seriously. “We hope that they’re looking at us and taking us seriously now, which they should have been doing, and they can give us what we deserve out of everything.” Jamaica’s next …

Expanded Women’s World Cup leads to earlier drama for highly-ranked teams
1 year, 4 months ago

Expanded Women’s World Cup leads to earlier drama for highly-ranked teams

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Frequent Women’s World Cup title contenders like the United States, Germany and Brazil are used to win-or-go-home scenarios — but rarely this early in the tournament. With the Women’s World Cup now at 32 teams, no longer can any third-place finishers in the group stage advance to the round of 16. We had games where we had …

Brazil coach Sundhage criticized over the team’s lack of flair after Women’s World Cup exit
1 year, 4 months ago

Brazil coach Sundhage criticized over the team’s lack of flair after Women’s World Cup exit

Associated Press  

SAO PAULO — Brazil coach Pia Sundhage faced widespread criticism in the South American nation after the team was eliminated in the group stage at the Women’s World Cup. Commentators and fans complained about the team’s lack of flair and Sundhage’s tactics following a 0-0 draw Wednesday against Jamaica, a team Brazil beat 3-0 in the previous Women’s World Cup …

Marta leaves the Women’s World Cup with Brazil’s group-stage exit, but her legacy lives on
1 year, 4 months ago

Marta leaves the Women’s World Cup with Brazil’s group-stage exit, but her legacy lives on

The Hindu  

Before leaving the Women’s World Cup as a player for the sixth and last time, Marta embraced Jamaica captain Khadija “Bunny” Shaw. “She just said that she’s watched our journey, ever since we qualified,” Shaw said, “and she credits us because every time we got knocked down, we still get up and keep pushing.” Marta, 37, holds the record for …

Marta leaves the Women’s World Cup with Brazil’s group-stage exit, but her legacy lives on
1 year, 4 months ago

Marta leaves the Women’s World Cup with Brazil’s group-stage exit, but her legacy lives on

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Before leaving the Women’s World Cup as a player for the sixth and last time, Marta embraced Jamaica captain Khadija “Bunny” Shaw. “She just said that she’s watched our journey, ever since we qualified,” Shaw said, “and she credits us because every time we got knocked down, we still get up and keep pushing.” Marta, 37, holds …

Spencer and Jamaica’s defenders shut out Brazil, clinch spot in knockout round of Women’s World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

Spencer and Jamaica’s defenders shut out Brazil, clinch spot in knockout round of Women’s World Cup

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Jamaica’s third consecutive shutout — a 0-0 draw against Brazil on Wednesday — sent the Reggae Girlz through to the knockout stages of the Women’s World Cup for the first time. “Coming out with two clean sheets against top 10 sides, we’re very happy with that.” The team’s string of shutouts in its second World Cup appearance …

Women’s World Cup 2023: Jamaica knocks out Brazil, reaches last 16
1 year, 4 months ago

Women’s World Cup 2023: Jamaica knocks out Brazil, reaches last 16

The Hindu  

A courageous Jamaica held Brazil to a 0-0 draw on Wednesday to reach the knockout phase for the first time in only its second Women’s World Cup while condemning the South Americans to their earliest exit since 1995. Their coach Pia Sundhage started Marta on the field for the first time in her sixth and final World Cup, but the …

Jamaica reaches knockout round for the first time, eliminating Marta’s Brazil at Women’s World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

Jamaica reaches knockout round for the first time, eliminating Marta’s Brazil at Women’s World Cup

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Jamaica advanced to the knockout round for the first time following a 0-0 draw Wednesday that ended Brazil’s run in the group stage for the first time since 1995 at the Women’s World Cup. After conceding 12 goals in its Women’s World Cup debut in 1999, Jamaica shut out France, Panama and Brazil in consecutive games to …

How the underdogs are lighting up the 2023 Fifa Women’s World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

How the underdogs are lighting up the 2023 Fifa Women’s World Cup

Live Mint  

Everyone loves an underdog story. A version of the David vs Goliath always plays out at a major sporting tournament: Morocco’s run to the semi-final at the men’s World Cup in Qatar last December or Kapil Dev-led India’s victory at the cricket World Cup in 1983 or a wild card Goran Ivanisevic’s Wimbledon victory in 2001? The ongoing Fifa Women’s …

Dose of ‘Double Swaby’ has Jamaica on cusp of Women’s World Cup history against Brazil
1 year, 4 months ago

Dose of ‘Double Swaby’ has Jamaica on cusp of Women’s World Cup history against Brazil

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — Lennox Swaby couldn’t see who put the ball in the net to give Jamaica its first Women’s World Cup win, 1-0 over Panama. Jamaica’s defense against Brazil was likely to rely once more on the Swaby sisters, a pair of defenders coach Lorne Donaldson likes to call “Double Swaby.” Jamaica played No. Chantelle, 24, said after Jamaica’s opening …

Jamaica knock out Brazil to reach Women’s World Cup last 16
1 year, 4 months ago

Jamaica knock out Brazil to reach Women’s World Cup last 16

Al Jazeera  

A courageous Jamaica held Brazil to a 0-0 draw to reach the knockout phase for the first time in only their second Women’s World Cup while condemning the South Americans to their earliest exit since 1995. Brazil coach Pia Sundhage started Marta on the field for the first time in her sixth World Cup but the iconic forward bowed out …

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: France set to shuffle deck for Panama clash
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: France set to shuffle deck for Panama clash

The Hindu  

France coach Herve Renard plans to make changes for its clash against Panama at the Women’s World Cup on Wednesday with a draw enough to make the last 16. FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Nigeria coach disappointed with draw but grateful to advance They could even progress if they lose, provided Jamaica beats Brazil in the other Group F encounter. …

Canada’s Christine Sinclair exits Women’s World Cup after loss to Australia, possibly for last time
1 year, 4 months ago

Canada’s Christine Sinclair exits Women’s World Cup after loss to Australia, possibly for last time

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — In what could have been Canada star Christine Sinclair’s last Women’s World Cup match, she and her Olympic champion teammates were k nocked out of contention by Australia 4-0 in a group-stage finale Monday. “Even hearing you say, ‘Could this be Christine Sinclair’s last game?’ It breaks my heart.” Sinclair, 40, the all-time leading goal scorer in …

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Australia crushes Canada 4-0, qualifies for knockout stage
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Australia crushes Canada 4-0, qualifies for knockout stage

The Hindu  

Hayley Raso scored a first half brace and Mary Fowler struck after the break as Australia crushed Canada 4-0 on Monday to storm into the last 16 of the Women’s World Cup and send the Olympic champion spinning out of the tournament. Fowler made sure of the win with a deft touch in the 58th minute that pinged in off …

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Zambia beats Costa Rica 3-1 to sign off in style
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Zambia beats Costa Rica 3-1 to sign off in style

The Hindu  

Debutant Zambia claimed its first victory at the Women’s World Cup with a 3-1 win over Costa Rica at Waikato Stadium on Monday, although both teams were already out of contention for the knockout stage. Zambia was awarded the spot kick after Banda went to ground inside the six-yard box and the forward stepped up to calmly slot the ball …

FIFA Women’s World Cup: All eyes on Sam Kerr ahead of Australia’s win-or-perish Canada clash
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup: All eyes on Sam Kerr ahead of Australia’s win-or-perish Canada clash

The Hindu  

Co-hosts Australia have to beat Canada on Monday or risk an unthinkable exit from the FIFA Women’s World Cup in the first round. READ: Women’s World Cup 2023: Canada urged to be brave in do-or-die Australia clash She has declared herself available after a calf injury but it is uncertain how much of a part she will play against the …

Caicedo has lit up the Women’s World Cup with her goals, but exhaustion has been a concern
1 year, 4 months ago

Caicedo has lit up the Women’s World Cup with her goals, but exhaustion has been a concern

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — Linda Caicedo is fast-becoming the biggest story of the biggest Women’s World Cup to date. She had a bit of acceleration in her heart, but this wasn’t a problem.” Caicedo continued to play after receiving on-field assistance on Sunday night before being substituted off in stoppage time, with Marsiglia saying she was “exhausted.” With a goal in each …

Khadija Shaw returns from suspension as Jamaica knocks Panama out of FIFA Women’s World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

Khadija Shaw returns from suspension as Jamaica knocks Panama out of FIFA Women’s World Cup

The Hindu  

Jamaica defender Allyson Swaby scored from a sharp header to steer her side to a 1-0 win against Panama in Perth on Saturday, keeping alive the Caribbean side’s hopes of advancing to the last 16 of the Women’s World Cup. “But we got the one that counted and that’s all that matters right now.” In a scoreless first half, Jamaica …

Jamaica edges Panama 1-0 for its first ever Women’s World Cup win, keeping alive a chance to advance
1 year, 4 months ago

Jamaica edges Panama 1-0 for its first ever Women’s World Cup win, keeping alive a chance to advance

Associated Press  

PERTH, Australia — Defender Allyson Swaby scored in the 56th minute and Jamaica hung on to edge Panama 1-0 on Saturday for its first-ever win at the Women’s World Cup. The Reggae Girlz were without captain and leading scorer Khadija Shaw, who received a red card in second-half stoppage time of the team’s opening 0-0 draw against France. IN THEIR …

Women’s World Cup 2023: Colombian teen striker Caicedo is healthy after frightening collapse in training
1 year, 4 months ago

Women’s World Cup 2023: Colombian teen striker Caicedo is healthy after frightening collapse in training

The Hindu  

Colombia’s teenage striker Linda Caicedo is healthy two days after she collapsed in training, coach Nelson Abadia said on Saturday, adding that the frightening incident was partly due to the pressure of playing in her first Women’s World Cup. No problem.” Caicedo became the youngest player to score in this World Cup in Columbia’s 2-0 win over South Korea, darting …

China edges Haiti 1-0 to keep World Cup hopes alive despite going down to 10 players
1 year, 4 months ago

China edges Haiti 1-0 to keep World Cup hopes alive despite going down to 10 players

Associated Press  

Adelaide, Australia — Despite playing with 10 players for more than an hour, China defied the odds to secure a 1-0 victory over Haiti in its second game of the Women’s World Cup. Forward Wang Shuang scored her first-ever goal at a World Cup in the 74th minute, converting a penalty after VAR adjudged her teammate Zhang Linyan was fouled …

Training video spurs concern for Colombia’s Caicedo ahead of Women’s World Cup match versus Germany
1 year, 4 months ago

Training video spurs concern for Colombia’s Caicedo ahead of Women’s World Cup match versus Germany

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — Colombian star forward Linda Caicedo, an 18-year-old cancer survivor, put a hand to her chest and voluntarily dropped down to the ground in a video of a Women’s World Cup training session posted to social media Thursday by a Colombian media outlet. Caicedo, who scored in Colombia’s opening 2-0 win over South Korea, will be needed for Colombia’s …

FIFA Women’s World Cup: Coach Tony Gustavsson faces questions with Australia ‘teetering’
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup: Coach Tony Gustavsson faces questions with Australia ‘teetering’

The Hindu  

Australia coach Tony Gustavsson was facing questions on Friday after a stunning 3-2 defeat to Nigeria left the Women’s World Cup co-host “teetering on the edge of something deep and dark”. Former men’s international goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer told Optus Sport: “I think when he looks back at those substitutions when he made them and the type of substitutions he made, …

Oshoala seals Nigeria’s upset win over co-host Australia at the Women’s World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

Oshoala seals Nigeria’s upset win over co-host Australia at the Women’s World Cup

Associated Press  

BRISBANE, Australia — Asisat Oshoala had to watch from Nigeria’s bench for an hour, desperate to get into the action, before getting a chance to unleash all her pent up energy against co-host Australia at the Women’s World Cup. Within nine minutes, Oshoala scored a goal that sealed an upset victory, sparked her jersey-shedding celebration and left Australia in a …

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