Referee Stephanie Frappart to make World Cup history as part of all-female team
2 years, 3 months ago

Referee Stephanie Frappart to make World Cup history as part of all-female team

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 French referee Stephanie Frappart will make World Cup history as part of an all-female officiating team when she takes charge of Germany’s match against Costa Rica on Thursday. Frappart will become the first female official to referee a men’s World Cup match, while Brazilian Neuza Back and Mexican Karen Diaz will be the assistant referees for the Group E match. The 38-year-old became the first female to officiate at a men’s World Cup qualifier in March and Champions League match in 2020. Frappart has also taken charge of several high-profile matches in women’s football and refereed the 2019 World Cup final between the USA and the Netherlands.

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AP Interview: Trailblazing referee Frappart wants to help more women take the whistle
1 month, 3 weeks ago

AP Interview: Trailblazing referee Frappart wants to help more women take the whistle

Associated Press  

PARIS — After a decade of making history in soccer, French referee Stéphanie Frappart is using her experience to help more women take up the profession. The 41-year-old Frappart is working with France’s national postal service, La Poste, on a committee promoting female referees called “Women and Refereeing” in conjunction with its four partner federations: soccer, rugby, handball and basketball. …

Xie Lijun becomes Chinese Super League's first female referee
11 months, 1 week ago

Xie Lijun becomes Chinese Super League's first female referee

China Daily  

SHANGHAI -- After taking charge of the match between Shanghai Port and Shandong Taishan in the 2024 Chinese Super League on Monday, Xie Lijun became the first woman to referee a top-flight men's football match in China. "In 2023, I was the only one to referee in the women's World Cup, and I hope to have more Chinese female referees …

Xie Lijun becomes Chinese Super League's first female referee
11 months, 1 week ago

Xie Lijun becomes Chinese Super League's first female referee

China Daily  

SHANGHAI -- After taking charge of the match between Shanghai Port and Shandong Taishan in the 2024 Chinese Super League on Monday, Xie Lijun became the first woman to referee a top-flight men's football match in China. "In 2023, I was the only one to referee in the women's World Cup, and I hope to have more Chinese female referees …

A woman refereeing men’s Six Nations and World Cups ‘inevitable’ – Joy Neville
11 months, 1 week ago

A woman refereeing men’s Six Nations and World Cups ‘inevitable’ – Joy Neville

The Independent  

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First female Premier League referee Rebecca Welch hits mark as Burnley shock Fulham
1 year, 3 months ago

First female Premier League referee Rebecca Welch hits mark as Burnley shock Fulham

The Telegraph  

And Welch is no stranger to a glass ceiling. Last year, France’s Stephanie Frappart broke new ground by refereeing at the men’s World Cup in Qatar in the match between Germany and Costa Rica. In tennis, Croatia’s Marija Cicak in 2021 became the first women umpire appointed to oversee a men’s Wimbledon final between Novak Djokovic and Matteo Berrettini. And …

At last, women referees are here to fix men’s football
1 year, 3 months ago

At last, women referees are here to fix men’s football

The Independent  

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Premier League to have its first female referee when Rebecca Welch handles game on Dec. 23
1 year, 3 months ago

Premier League to have its first female referee when Rebecca Welch handles game on Dec. 23

The Independent  

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Women referees to officiate at AFC Asian Cup for first time next year
1 year, 6 months ago

Women referees to officiate at AFC Asian Cup for first time next year

Firstpost  

The Video Assistant Referee system will also make its ‘full debut’ at the tournament, the AFC said. Women including Japanese trailblazer Yoshimi Yamashita will referee at the men’s Asian Cup for the first time next year in Qatar, officials said Thursday. “For the first time ever, women match officials are poised to make their debut at Asia’s most prestigious men’s …

Women’s World Cup 2023: Which WWC stars find a place in the team of the tournament?
1 year, 7 months ago

Women’s World Cup 2023: Which WWC stars find a place in the team of the tournament?

The Hindu  

The 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup being held in Australia and New Zealand culminated with Spain lifting its first-ever World Cup trophy after defeating England by a solitary goal in the final at Stadium Australia in Sydney on Sunday. Let’s have a look at the team of the tournament at the 2023 Women’s World Cup held in Australia and New …

Fifa Women’s World Cup 2023: A tale of Spanish resurgence and overwhelming emotion
1 year, 7 months ago

Fifa Women’s World Cup 2023: A tale of Spanish resurgence and overwhelming emotion

The Hindu  

Be it Colombia’s teenaged, cancer-survivor and ray of hope Linda Caicedo, Spain’s 19-year-old impact player Salma Paralluelo, co-host New Zealand’s first taste of victory or Morocco’s dream run, the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup was a tale of overwhelming emotions. Spain’s success marked its re-emergence on the world map; a school of play which gave the world the tiki-taka en …

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Spain’s road to WWC Final
1 year, 7 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Spain’s road to WWC Final

The Hindu  

Before the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 kicked off, not many would have counted Spain among the favourites to reach the final. Explained: What is the controversy around Jorge Vilda and FIFA Women’s World Cup finalist, Spain? Mariona Caldentey of Spain converts the penalty to score the team’s first goal during the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand …

American women will have a historic moment after all at the Women’s World Cup
1 year, 7 months ago

American women will have a historic moment after all at the Women’s World Cup

LA Times  

Referee Tori Penso shows a yellow card to England’s Alex Greenwood, second from right, during a Women’s World Cup semifinal match. If there was anything positive to come from the U.S. team’s early exit from this summer’s Women’s World Cup, it may have arrived Friday when four American officials, headed by center referee Tori Penso, were chosen to work Sunday’s …

Women’s World Cup: Lauren James’ red card prevents showdown with Linda Caicedo in quarterfinal
1 year, 7 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 2023: Fired-up Horan shows mettle as US co-captain, says coach
1 year, 7 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Fired-up Horan shows mettle as US co-captain, says coach

The Hindu  

Lindsey Horan bounced back from a hard hit to show her mettle as a captain in Thursday’s 1-1 draw against the Netherlands, coach Vlatko Andonovski said, as she asserts her leadership at the Women’s World Cup. I was very happy with her.” Horan, who is a co-captain with veteran Alex Morgan, showed there was no lasting animosity as she posted …

FIFA Women’s World Cup Preview: Storylines dominating this WWC and top players to watch out for
1 year, 8 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup Preview: Storylines dominating this WWC and top players to watch out for

The Hindu  

Opening its arms to 32 teams instead of the usual 24, the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup is packed with players and stories to watch out for. Haiti, Morocco, Panama, Philippines, Portugal, Republic of Ireland, Vietnam and Zambia will be making their first FIFA Women’s World Cup appearances at Australia & New Zealand 2023. After the criticism that FIFA’s ban …

Five defenders to watch out for at the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023
1 year, 8 months ago

Five defenders to watch out for at the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023

The Hindu  

The FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 will get underway on July 20, with New Zealand playing the opening match against Norway. PODCAST: FIFA WOMEN’S WORLD CUP 2023 PREVIEW Ahead of the tournament, the following are five defenders to look out for: Wendie Renard Wendie Renard of France will undoubtedly be one of the star attractions in the FIFA Women’s World …

Real-time VAR explanations at Women’s World Cup more transparent: FIFA referee chief Collina
1 year, 8 months ago

Real-time VAR explanations at Women’s World Cup more transparent: FIFA referee chief Collina

The Hindu  

Match officials explaining VAR decisions live to stadiums and television audiences for FIFA Women’s World Cup games will make the process “more transparent”, FIFA’s referee chief Pierluigi Collina said on Tuesday. The concept will be used at a major tournament for the first time when the World Cup starts on Thursday, having been trialled at the men’s Club World Cup …

FIFA Women’s World Cup, Group F preview: Last dance for Marta with Brazil at WWC 2023, debut for Panama
1 year, 8 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup, Group F preview: Last dance for Marta with Brazil at WWC 2023, debut for Panama

The Hindu  

The FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 is expected to have some exciting encounters, with the number of participating teams expanding from 24 to 32 this time. Number of World Cups played - Four Number of World Cup matches played - 19 Number of World Cup goals - 32 Current FIFA ranking - 5 Road to World Cup - UEFA qualification …

The anatomy of acing the FIFA Women’s World Cup matrix, from USWNT legend Jill Ellis
1 year, 8 months ago

The anatomy of acing the FIFA Women’s World Cup matrix, from USWNT legend Jill Ellis

The Hindu  

Jill Ellis has played multiple roles in soccer – she is an ambassador of the sport for the United States of America’s soccer federation, the president of the National Women’s Soccer League side San Diego FC and even the lead advisor to FIFA on the future of women’s soccer. But the most significant stint has been winning consecutive FIFA Women’s …

Female rugby ref Joy Neville to officiate at men's World Cup
1 year, 10 months ago

Female rugby ref Joy Neville to officiate at men's World Cup

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A female referee has been …

ICC announces all-women panel of match officials for Women's T20 World Cup
2 years, 1 month ago

ICC announces all-women panel of match officials for Women's T20 World Cup

The Hindu  

In a significant first for world cricket, the International Cricket Council on January 27 named an all-women panel of match officials, including the Indian trio of G.S. Lakshmi, Vrinda Rathi, and Janani Narayanan, for the upcoming Women's T20 World Cup in South Africa. Ms. Rathi and Ms. Janani, who had earlier this month became the first women umpires to officiate …

ICC announces all-female panel of match officials for Women’s T20 World Cup
2 years, 1 month ago

ICC announces all-female panel of match officials for Women’s T20 World Cup

The Hindu  

In a significant first for world cricket, the ICC on Friday named an all-female panel of match officials, including the Indian trio of GS Lakshmi, Vrinda Rathi and Janani Narayanan, for the upcoming Women’s T20 World Cup in South Africa. India’s Rathi and Janani, had earlier this month became the first female umpires to officiate in the prestigious Ranji Trophy, …

FIFA World Cup trailblazing female referee verbally abused; Rwanda football issues probe
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup trailblazing female referee verbally abused; Rwanda football issues probe

The Hindu  

Rwanda’s football federation has launched an investigation after fans hurled insults at the woman who made history as one of the first female referees chosen for the men’s World Cup. Offensive slurs were repeatedly chanted at Salima Mukansanga by fans from Kiyovu Football Club as she refereed their 0-0 draw against Gasogi United on Friday evening in Nyamata south of …

Saudi Arabia gets first female international football referee
2 years, 2 months ago

Saudi Arabia gets first female international football referee

The Hindu  

Saudi Arabia’s first female international referee was appointed by FIFA on Thursday, less than a year after the conservative kingdom’s national women’s team made its debut. Anoud Al-Asmari’s international badge is the latest in a series of steps in football by the oil-rich Saudis, who have lured 37-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo to the Saudi Pro League and are mulling a World …

Frappart becomes first woman to referee at men’s World Cup
2 years, 3 months ago

Frappart becomes first woman to referee at men’s World Cup

Al Jazeera  

When Stephanie Frappart stepped onto the field of Al Bayt Stadium on Thursday, she became the first woman to referee a men’s World Cup game to complete a journey that started almost 30 years ago in the outskirts of Paris. And she has done what she needs to be physically on the top.” Frappart became the first woman to referee …

Who is Stephanie Frappart, the first woman referee in a men’s World Cup match?
2 years, 3 months ago

Who is Stephanie Frappart, the first woman referee in a men’s World Cup match?

The Hindu  

Stephanie Frappart will become the first female referee to take charge of a men’s FIFA World Cup game. In the process, she will become the first woman to take charge of a World Cup game in the competition’s 92-year history. In 2021, she became the first woman to referee a men’s World Cup qualifying match, when she took charge of …

World Cup roundup: Political protests flare in Qatar despite FIFA’s efforts otherwise
2 years, 4 months ago

World Cup roundup: Political protests flare in Qatar despite FIFA’s efforts otherwise

LA Times  

A fan holds up a sign reading “Woman Life Freedom Mahsa Amini” prior to the World Cup match between England and Iran on Monday in Doha, Qatar. As a result, just hours before England kicked off against Iran, becoming the first European team to take the field in Qatar, global soccer’s governing body issued a statement saying players not wearing …

FIFA refs chief: Cultural sensitivities no issue when selecting female officials
2 years, 4 months ago

FIFA refs chief: Cultural sensitivities no issue when selecting female officials

The Independent  

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World Cup referees to take hard line on dangerous tackles, obstruction and simulation – Pierluigi Collina
2 years, 4 months ago

World Cup referees to take hard line on dangerous tackles, obstruction and simulation – Pierluigi Collina

New York Times  

Referees at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar will be taking a hard line on dangerous tackles, obstruction and simulation, the 32 participating teams have been warned. To demonstrate where referees will be drawing the line for dismissals, Collina showed a clip of former West Bromwich Albion midfielder Matheus Pereira badly mistiming a tackle at last year’s Club World Cup …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Female referees deserve to be a part of the event, says Salima Mukansanga
2 years, 4 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Female referees deserve to be a part of the event, says Salima Mukansanga

India Today  

Referee Salima Mukansanga reckoned that female referees were picked for the FIFA World Cup 2022 on the basis of their skills and caliber and not because they are women. Rwanda's Mukansanga is among the three female match referees for the mega event in Qatar, along with Japan’s Yamashita Yoshimi and France’s Stephanie Frappart. Kathryn Nesbitt today became one of six …

World Cup referee Stephanie Frappart: ‘You’re there because you deserve it’
2 years, 4 months ago

World Cup referee Stephanie Frappart: ‘You’re there because you deserve it’

New York Times  

“I didn’t have any role models,” says World Cup referee Stephanie Frappart. “The men’s World Cup is the most important competition in the world, not only football,” she says. “But I had no plans to be the first female referee at the World Cup, or anything like that.” Frappart meeting French president Emmanuel Macron after refereeing the French Cup final …

Women officials ready for their transformative moment at the World Cup
2 years, 4 months ago

Women officials ready for their transformative moment at the World Cup

LA Times  

In her old day job as an analytical chemist, Kathryn Nesbitt studied brain chemicals in an effort to learn how that organ worked. We’re all very experienced with what that feels like and are ready for the challenge.” — Kathryn Nesbitt, on being a woman who will officiate men’s World Cup games in Qatar Making it to a World Cup …

What is new at World Cup 2022?
2 years, 4 months ago

What is new at World Cup 2022?

Al Jazeera  

Female refs and 26-man squads among the firsts at the FIFA World Cup taking place in Qatar. Doha, Qatar – The men’s 2022 FIFA World Cup is fast approaching. Here is a list of some other firsts at this year’s World Cup: Offside technology In July, football’s world governing body, FIFA, announced the use of a semi-automated offside system at …

World Cup has 3 women set to referee matches in Qatar
2 years, 4 months ago

World Cup has 3 women set to referee matches in Qatar

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Japanese referee Yoshimi Yamashita knows that being one of three women picked to officiate matches at the World Cup — the first time a woman will be in charge on the game’s biggest stage — is not simply about soccer. “In Japan, there is still a long way to go in the world of soccer, so it would …

When it comes to World Cup referees, FIFA is showing a red card to its old ways
2 years, 4 months ago

When it comes to World Cup referees, FIFA is showing a red card to its old ways

LA Times  

Referee Ismail Elfath gestures to Ukraine’s Vladyslav Supriaha during a U20 match against South Korea in June 2019. Salima Mukansanga of Rwanda, Yoshimi Yamashita of Japan and Stephanie Frappart of France, the last of whom handled the 2019 Women’s World Cup final, are the first female referees invited to a men’s World Cup. Thankfully it’s tracking in the right direction.” …

Women referees at FIFA World Cup in Qatar a ‘strong sign’
2 years, 5 months ago

Women referees at FIFA World Cup in Qatar a ‘strong sign’

The Hindu  

The presence of three female referees at the World Cup in Qatar will send "a strong sign", said one of those women selected on Thursday. "It's a strong sign from FIFA and the authorities to have women referees in that country. Asked about the choice of energy-rich Qatar to host the World Cup despite it being regularly criticised over human …

Maria Sole Ferrieri Caputi will become the first EVER female official in Serie A on Sunday
2 years, 5 months ago

Maria Sole Ferrieri Caputi will become the first EVER female official in Serie A on Sunday

Daily Mail  

Maria Sole Ferrieri Caputi will become the first female official to take charge of a Serie A match when Sassuolo host Salernitana on Sunday, the Italian Referees' Association said. Ferrieri Caputi became the first woman to officiate a top-level Italian match last year when Cagliari played Cittadella in the Coppa Italia. Maria Sole Ferrieri Caputi will officiate in Sassuolo's clash …

Yamashita ready to become Japan’s first female World Cup referee
2 years, 6 months ago

Yamashita ready to become Japan’s first female World Cup referee

Al Jazeera  

Yoshimi Yamashita alongside France’s Stephanie Frappart and Rwanda’s Salima Mukansanga will become the first women to referee at a men’s FIFA World Cup. Japanese Yoshimi Yamashita, one of a trio set to make history in Qatar as the first female referees to officiate at a men’s FIFA World Cup, feels both pressure and excitement at the prospect of being a …

FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup: Referees and assist. referees announced; Trailblazers included
2 years, 6 months ago

FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup: Referees and assist. referees announced; Trailblazers included

The Hindu  

The FIFA Referees Committee officially announced the lists of the match officials who have been appointed to officiate at the forthcoming FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup India 2022. For the match officials, of course, it’s another big stage in the preparation of the potential candidates for the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023,” said the chairman of …

Female referee at men’s World Cup wants the game to shine
2 years, 8 months ago

Female referee at men’s World Cup wants the game to shine

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Japanese referee Yoshimi Yamashita agrees with Pelé or whoever it was decades ago that first described soccer as the “beautiful game.” Yamashita is one of three women picked by FIFA to be referees at the men’s World Cup in Qatar, which opens on Nov. 21. “Each match official will be carefully monitored in the next months with a …

Women referees included in men's FIFA World Cup for first time
2 years, 10 months ago

Women referees included in men's FIFA World Cup for first time

The Hindu  

Women referees will officiate matches at the men's World Cup for the first time in Qatar this year, the sport's governing body FIFA announced on Thursday. Three women referees and three women assistant referees will be part of the global showpiece event in Qatar, which will be held from Nov. 21 to Dec. 18. Confederation breakdown of the 129 referees …

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: Six Female Referees, Assistants Picked to Officiate at the Tournament
2 years, 10 months ago

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: Six Female Referees, Assistants Picked to Officiate at the Tournament

News 18  

Female referees will make World Cup history this year by working games at a major men’s tournament for the first time in Qatar. IPL 2022 – FULL COVERAGE | SCHEDULE | RESULTS | ORANGE CAP | PURPLE CAP | POINTS TABLE Three female referees and three female assistant referees were announced Thursday by FIFA among 129 officials selected for World …

Female referees to officiate at men’s World Cup for first time
2 years, 10 months ago

Female referees to officiate at men’s World Cup for first time

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 Female referees have been selected to officiate at …

FIFA picks 6 female referees, assistants for men's World Cup
2 years, 10 months ago

FIFA picks 6 female referees, assistants for men's World Cup

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Female referees will make World …

Women's Cricket World Cup 2022: India's GS Lakshmi named match referee for final
2 years, 11 months ago

Women's Cricket World Cup 2022: India's GS Lakshmi named match referee for final

Firstpost  

Lakshmi also has the distinction of being the first woman match referee in men’s ODIs, having stood in the role during the World Cup League 2 in the UAE in December 2020. Christchurch: India’s GS Lakshmi, the first woman ever in the ICC international panel of match referees, will be the match referee for the Women’s World Cup final between …

Women's World Cup 2022: India's GS Lakshmi will be the match referee for final
2 years, 11 months ago

Women's World Cup 2022: India's GS Lakshmi will be the match referee for final

The Hindu  

India's GS Lakshmi, the first woman ever in the ICC international panel of match referees, will be the match referee for the Women's World Cup final between England and Australia here on Sunday. Lakshmi also has the distinction of being the first woman match referee in men's ODIs, having stood in the role during the World Cup League 2 in …

Referee Mukansanga to lead all-female officiating line-up at Africa Cup of Nations
3 years, 2 months ago

Referee Mukansanga to lead all-female officiating line-up at Africa Cup of Nations

The Hindu  

Rwandan referee Salima Mukansanga will lead an all-female line-up of match officials at the Africa Cup of Nations encounter between Guinea and Zimbabwe on Tuesday, the Confederation of African Football announced. RELATED - AFCON 2021: Burkina Faso qualifies for last 16 alongside Cameroon Mukansanga will take charge alongside assistants Carine Atemzabong from Cameroon and Fatiha Jermoumi of Morocco. “She has …

AFC Women's Asian Cup: Largest line-up of women match officials to be in action
3 years, 2 months ago

AFC Women's Asian Cup: Largest line-up of women match officials to be in action

The Hindu  

The upcoming AFC Women's Asian Cup, which will take place from January 20 to February 6 in India, will see the biggest-ever cast of experienced women match officials. "With the expansion of the showpiece to 12 teams, a total of 32 match officials, comprising 16 referees and assistant referees from 15 Asian Football Confederation member associations, will take charge in …

David James optimistic that referees’ gender will not be an issue for long
3 years, 5 months ago

David James optimistic that referees’ gender will not be an issue for long

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. “Provided anyone passes the required tests and can referee any game properly, …

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