FIFA Women's World Cup: Sophia Smith scores twice as holders USA ease to win over Vietnam
1 year, 5 months ago

FIFA Women's World Cup: Sophia Smith scores twice as holders USA ease to win over Vietnam

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There is clearly room for improvement for USA who will also play Portugal and 2019 runners-up the Netherlands in Group E, as they aim to win an unprecedented third consecutive title. Sophia Smith scored twice and set up another as a new-look United States launched their bid to win a third Women’s World Cup in a row with a 3-0 victory over Vietnam on Saturday. One of six members of the USA starting line-up making her World Cup debut, lively forward Smith finished a fine move to open the scoring in the 14th minute at Eden Park in Auckland. Yet Morgan, playing in her 19th World Cup match, saw her poor kick saved by Vietnam goalkeeper Tran Thi Kim Thanh diving to the right. Teenager Alyssa Thompson also came on for her World Cup bow just before Smith pounced on a Julie Ertz ball forward and supplied a cutback for Lyon midfielder Horan to score.

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Five years on, crushing World Cup defeat still motivates Thai women
7 months, 1 week ago

Five years on, crushing World Cup defeat still motivates Thai women

China Daily  

Thailand's players are left inconsolable after losing 13-0 in a 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup group match against the USA. GETTY IMAGES BANGKOK — Thai women's goalkeeper Sukanya Chor Charoenying will never forget her World Cup debut five years ago — a record 13-0 defeat to the USA. FIFA meets in Bangkok on Friday to name the 2027 Women's World …

Women’s World Cup 2023 LIVE: Lionesses receive heartwarming homecoming as attention turns to next game
1 year, 4 months ago

Women’s World Cup 2023 LIVE: Lionesses receive heartwarming homecoming as attention turns to next game

The Independent  

✕ Close England fans around UK react to Women's World Cup final against Spain England heartbreakingly lost 1-0 to Spain in their first Women’s World Cup final as Olga Carmona’s first-half goal proved enough to break the Lionesses’s hearts. Sarina Wiegman and her players were looking to bring the game’s biggest prize home from Sydney but Carmona drilled a finish …

FIFA Women’s World Cup: Mary Earps wins Golden Glove, Bonmati wins the Best Player award
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup: Mary Earps wins Golden Glove, Bonmati wins the Best Player award

The Hindu  

Spain won its maiden FIFA Women’s World Cup as Olga Carmona’s goal saw it beat England 1-0 in the WWC final at the Stadium Australia in Sydney. 👏 pic.twitter.com/CS9L904CUF — FIFA Women's World Cup August 20, 2023 Spain’s Aitana Bonmati got the Best Player of the Tournament while Salma Paralluelo won the Best Young Player award. Now she’s excellent, but …

FIFA Women’s World Cup: Sweden take third place to deprive Australia of consolation prize
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup: Sweden take third place to deprive Australia of consolation prize

Firstpost  

In front of a crowd of nearly 50,000, Sweden took the lead with a 30th-minute penalty by Fridolina Rolfo and doubled their advantage with a powerful strike from Kosovare Asllani just after the hour Sweden scored either side of half-time to spoil Australia’s party and claim a third spot at the Women’s World Cup with a 2-0 win in Brisbane …

Women’s World Cup 2023: England reaches World Cup final despite Kerr stunner
1 year, 4 months ago

Women’s World Cup 2023: England reaches World Cup final despite Kerr stunner

The Hindu  

England reached its first Women’s World Cup final after a 3-1 victory over Australia on Wednesday despite a wonder goal from Matildas striker Sam Kerr as the co-hosts’ fairytale run came to an end. England’s Alessia Russo celebrates after scoring her side’s third goal during the Women’s World Cup semifinal match between Australia and England at Stadium Australia in Sydney. …

FIFA Women’s World Cup | England reach first World Cup final despite Kerr stunner
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup | England reach first World Cup final despite Kerr stunner

The Hindu  

England reached their first Women's World Cup final after a 3-1 victory over Australia on Wednesday despite a wonder goal from Matildas striker Sam Kerr as the co-hosts' fairytale run came to an end. Attacking midfielder Ella Toone had given England a first-half lead but a stunning strike from captain Kerr, making her first start of the tournament, squared things …

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: Australia Reach WWC Semis for First Time With Win Over France
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women's World Cup 2023: Australia Reach WWC Semis for First Time With Win Over France

News 18  

Co-hosts Australia surged into their first Women’s World Cup semi-final after a heart-stopping 7-6 penalty shoot-out win against France on Saturday, with European champions England or Colombia awaiting them. With the two sides locked at 0-0 after 120 minutes, it all came down to Australia’s Cortnee Vine, and she coolly converted the winning kick to send the Brisbane crowd into …

Women’s World Cup: We were able to demonstrate Japan’s Nadeshiko football on the global stage, says coach Ikeda
1 year, 4 months ago

Women’s World Cup: We were able to demonstrate Japan’s Nadeshiko football on the global stage, says coach Ikeda

The Hindu  

Japan arrived at the Women’s World Cup with a mission to put Nadeshiko football back on the global map and coach Futoshi Ikeda felt his side had done so despite Friday’s quarterfinal exit at the hands of Sweden. “And I saw the team grow, the players grew at this World Cup, and we were able to demonstrate Japan’s Nadeshiko football …

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 …

FIFA Women’s World Cup quarterfinals | Sweden end Japan run to set up World Cup semifinal with Spain
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup quarterfinals | Sweden end Japan run to set up World Cup semifinal with Spain

The Hindu  

Amanda Ilestedt scored her fourth goal of the tournament and Filippa Angeldal netted a penalty as Sweden hung on to beat Japan 2-1 on August 11 and set up a Women’s World Cup semifinal with Spain. Centre-back Ilestedt poked in just after the half-hour mark at Eden Park in Auckland to give Sweden a deserved lead and leave Japan trailing …

Beerensteyn says bye to USA as Netherlands prepare for Spain in Women’s World Cup quarterfinals
1 year, 4 months ago

Beerensteyn says bye to USA as Netherlands prepare for Spain in Women’s World Cup quarterfinals

Associated Press  

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — Netherlands forward Lineth Beerensteyn is happy to admit her first reaction on learning the United States had been knocked out of the Women’s World Cup was “bye!” It was raw and spontaneous relief, coupled with a little schadenfreude. “You don’t want to be suspended for the next round and I now have to deal with that …

FIFA Women’s World Cup: How Morocco became the first Arab side to qualify for WWC knockouts
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup: How Morocco became the first Arab side to qualify for WWC knockouts

The Hindu  

Until late 2022, Morocco was not the most prominent African footballing nation when it came to FIFA World Cups. In its maiden attempt, Morocco created history at the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 in Australia and New Zealand, becoming the first Arab nation to make the competition’s knockouts. This feat came just eight months after Morocco finished fourth at the …

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 …

Women’s World Cup 2023: France sails into quarters after facile Morocco win
1 year, 4 months ago

Women’s World Cup 2023: France sails into quarters after facile Morocco win

The Hindu  

Eugenie Le Sommer scored twice as France eased to a 4-0 win over Morocco at the Women’s World Cup on Tuesday and set up a quarter-final with co-hosts Australia. While France is desperate to win a first major women’s international title, Morocco came into this game with the pressure off, its World Cup already a huge success. 𝗗𝗜𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗟𝗘𝗦 𝗤𝗨𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗦 …

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 …

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 …

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 FIFA World Cup: England survive Nigeria scare, win in penalties to book quarterfinal berth
1 year, 4 months ago

Women's FIFA World Cup: England survive Nigeria scare, win in penalties to book quarterfinal berth

India TV News  

FIFA World Cup: England's Women's team survived a major scare from Nigeria in the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 to cruise through the next stage. On the other hand, Nigeria were looking for their first win in FIFA Women's Cup history knockouts. A look at the penalties England gave five attempts to the goal in penalties and were first to …

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 …

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 …

FIFA Women's World Cup: Defending Champions USA Knocked Out By Sweden In Round Of 16
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women's World Cup: Defending Champions USA Knocked Out By Sweden In Round Of 16

ABP News  

In a dramatic turn of events at the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023, defending champions USA have been knocked out of Sweden in the round of 16 fixture in Melbourne, Australia. Sports was once again at its levelling and humbling best as t he US Women's National team's greatest match winner from their FIFA Women's World Cup-winning team in 2019, …

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 …

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Norway fails to find balance as journey ends
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Norway fails to find balance as journey ends

The Hindu  

Norway’s troubled World Cup odyssey came to a shuddering halt with a 3-1 loss to Japan in the last 16 on Saturday as the Scandinavians once again failed to find the balance needed to prosper at a major tournament. “But did well, we played solid defence at times but not quite good enough.” Norway’s opening 1-0 defeat by New Zealand …

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 …

Women’s World Cup: Japan reaches quarters after win over Norway
1 year, 4 months ago

Women’s World Cup: Japan reaches quarters after win over Norway

The Hindu  

Hinata Miyazawa scored her fifth goal of the tournament as Japan beat Norway 3-1 in a clash of former champions on Saturday to reach the quarter-finals of the Women’s World Cup for the fourth time. Miyazawa’s 81st-minute goal moved her out of a tie with Germany captain Alexandra Popp as the tournament’s leading goalscorer as well as matching Homare Sawa’s …

FIFA Women’s World Cup: Five talking points from WWC 2023 group stage
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup: Five talking points from WWC 2023 group stage

The Hindu  

The group stage of the FIFA Women’s World Cup came to an end, with the Round of 16 match-ups coming to shape, on Thursday. Brazil’s exit also marked the end of women’s football legend Marta’s World Cup career, with the 37-year-old failing to inspire her side to the round of 16. Marta “is a woman who will continue to inspire …

FIFA Women’s World Cup: WWC 2023 heats up as former champions Norway and Japan square up
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup: WWC 2023 heats up as former champions Norway and Japan square up

The Hindu  

As the Women’s World Cup enters the business stage when the last 16 kicks off on Saturday, the surprises and shocks in the group stage have thrown up some mouth-watering fixtures, starting with the clash of former champions Norway and Japan. While Japan came through its group unscathed, Norway lost to co-hosts New Zealand in the tournament opener while a …

USWNT goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher ready for a challenge at Women’s World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

USWNT goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher ready for a challenge at Women’s World Cup

LA Times  

U.S. goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher has played a vital role in helping the U.S. reach the round of 16. U.S. goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher makes a save during a scoreless draw with Portugal at the Women’s World Cup on Tuesday. “Just having her to kind of bounce ideas off of, just communicating with me, I think she’s taken on that role really …

Women’s World Cup schedule: Start times for every match and scores
54 years, 11 months ago

Women’s World Cup schedule: Start times for every match and scores

LA Times  

Spain’s Aitana Bonmatí, right, celebrates with teammate Teresa Abelleira after scoring against Switzerland on Saturday. But it rebounded nicely in the round of 16 to thump Switzerland behind two first-half goals from Barcelona midfielder Aitana Bonmatí, one of three Spanish players with three scores in the tournament. 6 in the world, its first trip to the women’s World Cup quarterfinals, …

Women’s World Cup 2023: Diani nets hat-trick, France beats Panama 6-3 and enters last 16
1 year, 4 months ago

Women’s World Cup 2023: Diani nets hat-trick, France beats Panama 6-3 and enters last 16

The Hindu  

Kadidiatou Diani netted a hat-trick, including two penalties, to lead France to a frenzied 6-3 victory over debutant Panama on Wednesday and into the last 16 of the Women’s World Cup. After conceding in the second minute, France dominated, with goals from Maelle Lakrar, Lea Le Garrec and Vicki Becho, despite playing without captain Wendie Renard and all-time leading scorer …

FIFA Women’s World Cup: Hegering fit for Germany’s crunch South Korea clash
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup: Hegering fit for Germany’s crunch South Korea clash

The Hindu  

Coach Martina Voss-Tecklenburg did not reveal her starting line-up for Germany’s final Women’s World Cup group match against South Korea on Wednesday but did confirm that centre-half Marina Hegering was fit to play. Voss-Tecklenburg said she was looking forward to pitting her tactical wits against South Korea’s English coach Colin Bell, who has coached three women’s club teams in Germany. …

Sarina Wiegman hails England ‘adaptabilty’ after World Cup gamble pays off
1 year, 4 months ago

Sarina Wiegman hails England ‘adaptabilty’ after World Cup gamble pays off

The Hindu  

Sarina Wiegman gambled with a new-look formation against China at the Women’s World Cup and it paid off, with the England boss lauding her squad’s adaptability as they “grow into the tournament”. The team showed we are really adaptable.” Wiegman brought in Manchester United’s Katie Zelem to replace Walsh, with Jess Carter and Lauren Hemp returning instead of the benched …

Women’s World Cup 2023: China star says ‘we are no role models’ after World Cup thrashing
1 year, 4 months ago

Women’s World Cup 2023: China star says ‘we are no role models’ after World Cup thrashing

The Hindu  

Tearful Chinese star Wang Shuang said her team were “not particularly good role models” after they were dumped out of the Women’s World Cup with a 6-1 humiliation at the hands of England. China was once a leading power in women’s football, but its heyday, when it came fourth in 1995 and reached the final four years later, now looks …

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 …

FIFA Women's World Cup: Lauren James nets brace as England thump China 6-1 to reach last 16
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women's World Cup: Lauren James nets brace as England thump China 6-1 to reach last 16

Firstpost  

China certainly didn’t know how to stop England’s Lauren James as she scored two goals and provided three assists in a 6-1 rout on Tuesday at Adelaide, South Australia. Sydney: Only VAR prevented England’s Lauren James from scoring a hat trick against China at the Women’s World Cup. China certainly didn’t know how to stop the inspirational forward as she …

FIFA Women’s World Cup: England thrashes China 6-1 to reach last 16 as group winner
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup: England thrashes China 6-1 to reach last 16 as group winner

The Hindu  

Lauren James shone again with two fine goals as England put in its best performance of the Women’s World Cup so far to sweep aside China 6-1 on Tuesday and march into the last 16 as Group D winner. Alessia Russo gave the European champion the perfect start with a goal in the fourth minute and Lauren Hemp and James …

Lauren James scores twice as England routs China 6-1 at the Women’s World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

Lauren James scores twice as England routs China 6-1 at the Women’s World Cup

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — Only VAR prevented England’s Lauren James from scoring a hat trick against China at the Women’s World Cup. James’ impressive performance should be a warning for future opponents of the threat she poses at this World Cup, with England entering the knockout stage with three straight wins. China’s worst-ever loss at the tournament means it failed to advance …

FIFA Women's WC 2023: United States advance to knockouts with draw against Portugal, coach Vlatko Andonovski under fire
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women's WC 2023: United States advance to knockouts with draw against Portugal, coach Vlatko Andonovski under fire

Hindustan Times  

In the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023, United States played a draw against Portugal in their final group stage match on Tuesday. United States' Lindsey Horan and Portugal's Kika Nazareth compete to head the ball during the Women's World Cup Group E soccer match between Portugal and the United States at Eden Park in Auckland, New Zealand, Tuesday, Aug. 1, …

Netherlands blows out Vietnam 7-0 to win Group E at the Women’s World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

Netherlands blows out Vietnam 7-0 to win Group E at the Women’s World Cup

Associated Press  

DUNEDIN, New Zealand — Netherlands scored four times in a torrid 15-minute first-half stretch, overwhelming Vietnam 7-0 in the Women’s World Cup on Tuesday and sealing first place in Group E. The Dutch went into the match in second place on goal differential behind the United States. But the blowout win combined with the Americans’ 0-0 draw with Portugal made …

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 …

Women’s World Cup 2023: USA in unfamiliar position before crunch Portugal clash
1 year, 4 months ago

Women’s World Cup 2023: USA in unfamiliar position before crunch Portugal clash

The Hindu  

Holders United States arrived at the Women’s World Cup as favourites to win an unprecedented third straight title but its place in the tournament will be on the line when it takes on Portugal in Tuesday’s Group E showdown in Auckland. READ: England will ‘find a way’ without injured Walsh in last-16 bid “For us the most important thing is …

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Nigeria into last-16 despite stalemate with Ireland
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Nigeria into last-16 despite stalemate with Ireland

The Hindu  

Nigeria advanced to the Women’s World Cup knockout stages for the third time in its history after a 0-0 draw with Ireland in its final Group B match on Monday, with the African side finishing second in the group behind host Australia. Nigeria will have to wait until Tuesday to discover its last-16 opponent, but it is likely to play …

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 …

US needs win or draw to avoid risk of elimination in group play for first time in Women’s World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

US needs win or draw to avoid risk of elimination in group play for first time in Women’s World Cup

Associated Press  

AUCKLAND, New Zealand — The United States arrived at the Women’s World Cup as the favorite to win an unprecedented third consecutive title. The United States needs to either win or draw against Portugal, one of eight teams playing in its first World Cup, to ensure the Americans continue to play in this tournament. It’s just kind of like, ‘Why …

FIFA Women’s World Cup: New Zealand first-ever hosts to get eliminated in group stage; Norway, Switzerland through
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup: New Zealand first-ever hosts to get eliminated in group stage; Norway, Switzerland through

Firstpost  

Norway had to beat debutants the Philippines just to stand a chance of qualifying and they cruised to victory at Eden Park in Auckland with Sophie Roman Haug scoring a hat-trick. Norway ran riot to qualify for the last 16 of the Women’s World Cup on Sunday, a 6-0 demolition of the Philippines taking them through and eliminating co-hosts New …

FIFA Women’s World Cup: Switzerland, Norway qualify for last 16
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup: Switzerland, Norway qualify for last 16

The Hindu  

Switzerland and Norway qualified for the last 16 of the Women’s World Cup on Sunday as co-host New Zealand was eliminated along with the Philippines. The Swiss finished top of Group A thanks to a 0-0 draw with New Zealand in Dunedin, while Norway hammered the Philippines 6-0 in Auckland to overtake the co-host in the standings on goal difference. …

Morocco creates history after beating South Korea to claim first ever Women’s World Cup victory
1 year, 4 months ago

Morocco creates history after beating South Korea to claim first ever Women’s World Cup victory

The Hindu  

Debutantes Morocco claimed its first-ever victory at the Women’s World Cup with a 1-0 win over South Korea in its second Group H encounter on Sunday, all but confirming the Asian side’s exit. Morocco is 55 rungs below South Korea in the women’s rankings, but the African side made an early breakthrough with their first-ever World Cup goal in the …

Morocco makes history in 1-0 defeat of South Korea at Women’s World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

Morocco makes history in 1-0 defeat of South Korea at Women’s World Cup

Associated Press  

ADELAIDE, Australia — Morocco made history in multiple ways during its 1-0 victory over South Korea in the Women’s World Cup on Sunday. Defender Nouhaila Benzina became the first player to wear a Hijab in a World Cup game at the senior level, and her teammate Ibtissam Jraïdi scored the Atlas Lionesses’ first World Cup goal. KEY MOMENTS Morocco scored …

Morocco’s Benzina becomes the first senior-level Women’s World Cup player to compete in hijab
1 year, 4 months ago

Morocco’s Benzina becomes the first senior-level Women’s World Cup player to compete in hijab

Associated Press  

ADELAIDE, Australia — Stepping onto the field against South Korea in Morocco’s second Women’s World Cup match, defender Nouhaila Benzina made history as the first player to wear a hijab while competing at a senior-level global tournament. Benzina plays professional club soccer for the Association’s Sports of Forces Armed Royal – the eight-time defending champion in Morocco’s top women’s league. …

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