FIFA responsible for undervaluing Women’s World Cup, says former council member Dodd
1 year, 7 months ago

FIFA responsible for undervaluing Women’s World Cup, says former council member Dodd

The Hindu  

Former FIFA Council member Moya Dodd has criticised Gianni Infantino’s threat of a Women’s World Cup broadcast blackout in Europe this year and said the governing body is responsible for the tournament being historically undervalued. FIFA is selling TV rights to the women’s tournament separately from the men’s for the first time and president Infantino said Europe’s ‘Big 5’ nations face a blackout unless broadcasters improve on their “unacceptable” offers. “Effectively, the industry was trained to pay big money for the men’s World Cup and treat the women’s equivalent as worthless. “If in fact the Women’s World Cup gets 50-60% of the viewers of the men’s, as FIFA says, that should amount to a sum in the billions,” she added.

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FIFA inks deal with Netflix to be US broadcaster of Women’s World Cup
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4 days, 17 hours ago

FIFA inks deal with Netflix to be US broadcaster of Women’s World Cup

The Hindu  

Netflix is all set to be the broadcast partner for FIFA in the United States for the Women’s World Cup in 2027 and 2031. This was particularly the case ahead of the 2023 Women’s World Cup which was jointly hosted by Australia and New Zealand. 📺 FIFA and Netflix have signed a historic agreement relating to the exclusive rights in …

Women’s soccer players often have too many games or not enough, players’ union says
1 week ago

Women’s soccer players often have too many games or not enough, players’ union says

Associated Press  

HOOFDDORP, Netherlands — Some elite-level women’s soccer players are dealing with a packed schedule even as others don’t have enough games to play, global players’ union FIFPRO said Tuesday. FIFPRO’s study highlighted a disproportionately heavy workload for a few players like Mariona Caldentey, who played 64 times for Barcelona and Spain last season as Barcelona played four different competitions and …

FIFA meets with women’s soccer decisions, anti-racism pledge and retreat from key reforms on agenda
7 months, 1 week ago

FIFA meets with women’s soccer decisions, anti-racism pledge and retreat from key reforms on agenda

Associated Press  

FIFA’s gravest crisis erupted with police raids at its annual meeting in 2015 and nine years later international soccer’s 211 member federations gather this week in Thailand with some of the resulting anti-corruption reforms now in retreat. During three days of meetings starting Wednesday in Bangkok, international soccer’s governance standards are set to distract from significant decisions in women’s soccer …

FIFA plans to add slew of new committees years after cutting them in anti-corruption reforms
8 months ago

FIFA plans to add slew of new committees years after cutting them in anti-corruption reforms

Associated Press  

GENEVA — FIFA is set to create dozens of new committees and expert panels, reversing a governance reform passed in 2016 when the world soccer body was in turmoil during corruption scandals. A 15-member review panel chaired by veteran Olympic lawyer François Carrard advised terminating most of FIFA’s 26 committees “to improve efficiency.” It also wanted to involve FIFA’s 200-plus …

Linehan: FIFA shows inequality by planning for 2034 men’s World Cup before 2027 Women’s World Cup
1 year, 1 month ago

Linehan: FIFA shows inequality by planning for 2034 men’s World Cup before 2027 Women’s World Cup

New York Times  

We now know where the 2034 men’s World Cup will most likely take place — in Saudi Arabia, thanks to Australia’s exit from the bidding process. Human Rights Watch issued a lengthy statement concerning Saudi Arabia’s bid and its human rights record, “including mass executions, continued repression of women’s rights under its male guardianship system, and the killing of hundreds …

Pay dispute between England women’s international players and FA appears to be resolved
1 year, 3 months ago

Pay dispute between England women’s international players and FA appears to be resolved

The Hindu  

Players from the England women’s team appear to have reached an agreement with the country’s football federation regarding a dispute over bonuses and commercial structures. England captain Millie Bright said at a news conference on Thursday that the players “feel really confident moving forward about the structure we now have in place” with the Football Association. In a statement released …

US women’s team ready to turn the page on disappointing World Cup
1 year, 3 months ago

US women’s team ready to turn the page on disappointing World Cup

The Hindu  

The US women’s football team will take time to address its worst-ever performance at a Women’s World Cup before shifting focus to next year’s Paris Olympics, interim head coach Twila Kilgore said on Tuesday. When the team gathers for a camp ahead of September 21 and September 24 friendlies against South Africa, Kilgore said they will spend time addressing players’ …

Women in Football calls for 30 per cent women’s representation at top levels of sport
1 year, 3 months ago

Women in Football calls for 30 per cent women’s representation at top levels of sport

The Hindu  

Women in Football, a network of professionals in the football industry, has called for an increase in women’s representation to 30 per cent at the top levels of football. Last month, FIFA president Gianni Infantino drew criticism for saying women can “convince us men what we have to do” to bring about progress in women’s football. “We welcome the progress …

FIFA Women’s World Cup demands introspection, will the football world comply?
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup demands introspection, will the football world comply?

The Hindu  

The recently concluded FIFA Women’s World Cup cycle was one that was dichotomous in approach and consequence. Women’s Super League : 94 players Liga F : 72 National Women’s Soccer League : 61 According to FIFA, 1,977,824 fans attended 64 games —beating the previous best attendance of 1,353,506 in Canada in 2015. The world has been going gaga over Colombia’s …

Fifa Women’s World Cup 2023: A tale of Spanish resurgence and overwhelming emotion
1 year, 4 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 …

Wins and winnings: On FIFA Women’s World Cup and Spain’s maiden win
1 year, 4 months ago

Wins and winnings: On FIFA Women’s World Cup and Spain’s maiden win

The Hindu  

Every global women’s sports competition is more than just a mere sporting spectacle. The FIFA Women’s World Cup, which ended on Sunday following Spain’s narrow 1-0 victory over England, forms a crucial part of this movement. Under the dazzling Sydney night sky, a whopping 75,784 fans at Stadium Australia witnessed Spain lift its maiden World Cup to join Germany as …

Women’s World Cup teams head home to different futures
1 year, 4 months ago

Women’s World Cup teams head home to different futures

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — Teams headed home from the Women’s World Cup with uncertain futures but hopes that the monthlong tournament would spur new interest and further investment in the game. “We need to be ready, because after this FIFA Women’s World Cup women’s football is going to explode in every single one of your countries,” FIFA chief women’s football officer Sarai …

‘The sleeping giant has awoken’: The legacy of the 2023 Women’s World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

‘The sleeping giant has awoken’: The legacy of the 2023 Women’s World Cup

Al Jazeera  

As the record-breaking 2023 Women’s World Cup ends, many see an exciting future – and many challenges – for the game. “I’ve always said this and people thought I’m crazy but I think women’s football will be bigger than men’s football”, former New Zealand captain Rebecca Smith told Al Jazeera. “The values of the women’s game are amazing, inclusivity, supporting …

England women’s team unites fans as once-ignored squad eyes nation’s first World Cup title since ’66
1 year, 4 months ago

England women’s team unites fans as once-ignored squad eyes nation’s first World Cup title since ’66

Associated Press  

LONDON — It’s easy to understand why Gail Newsham can’t stop grinning as she prepares for England’s soccer team to play in the final of the Women’s World Cup. “It sets the cultural tone for our country in a way that our politics doesn’t, unfortunately.” But winning the Women’s World Cup would take things to a new level. Newsham helped …

World Cup showcases progress but also challenges for women’s football
1 year, 4 months ago

World Cup showcases progress but also challenges for women’s football

The Hindu  

Sunday’s World Cup final between England and Spain is the final act of a month of drama that highlighted how far women’s football has come -- and the challenges that lie ahead. There had been fears that the biggest-ever Women’s World Cup -- 32 teams, up from 24 four years ago -- would dilute the spectacle in Australia and New …

Australia pledges $128 mln for women’s sport to cement World Cup legacy
1 year, 4 months ago

Australia pledges $128 mln for women’s sport to cement World Cup legacy

The Hindu  

Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Saturday promised A$200 million for women’s sport in the wake of the Matildas run to a maiden Women’s World Cup semifinals. Albanese said the funds would be used to improve sports facilities and equipment for women and girls, with soccer tipped to need “significant resourcing” following the Matildas’ standout World Cup campaign. “We want …

FIFA Women's World Cup: Gianni Infantino defends decision to expand; plays down calls for equal prize money
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women's World Cup: Gianni Infantino defends decision to expand; plays down calls for equal prize money

Firstpost  

FIFA president Gianni Infantino hit back at critics who questioned the organisation’s decision to expand the Women’s World Cup to 32 teams, saying, “I’m sorry, but FIFA was right.” England and Spain will play the final on Sunday, the culmination of a month-long tournament featuring 32 teams for the first time, up from 24 in 2019. Speaking at a FIFA …

Fifa president Gianni Infantino tells women in football to ‘pick the right fights’ to utilise their ‘power to change’
1 year, 4 months ago

Fifa president Gianni Infantino tells women in football to ‘pick the right fights’ to utilise their ‘power to change’

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 Fifa president Gianni Infantino feels equal pay at …

‘Best’ Women’s World Cup generates $570m for FIFA - Infantino
1 year, 4 months ago

‘Best’ Women’s World Cup generates $570m for FIFA - Infantino

The Hindu  

FIFA chief Gianni Infantino said on Friday the Women’s World Cup had generated more than $570 million in revenue and enabled football’s global governing body to break even, despite raising the prize purse tenfold compared to the 2015 edition. We didn’t lose any money and we generated the second highest income of any sport, besides of course the men’s World …

FIFA’s Gianni Infantino says women should ‘pick right fights’ in battle for football equality
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA’s Gianni Infantino says women should ‘pick right fights’ in battle for football equality

New York Times  

Women who “pick the right fights” can “convince us men what we have to do” to bring about progress in the development of women’s football, FIFA president Gianni Infantino has said. The Women’s World Cup concludes this weekend with Spain facing England, bringing to an end an expanded tournament which Infantino said had been a sporting and commercial success. Australia’s …

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Nike v Adidas as sponsors gear up for England, Spain final
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Nike v Adidas as sponsors gear up for England, Spain final

The Hindu  

When England and Spain face off in Sunday’s FIFA Women’s World Cup final, there will be more than sporting pride at stake. In 2019, Nike’s home jersey for the World Cup-winning U.S. National Women’s Team became the top-selling football jersey, for both men and women, ever sold on its website, executives told investors. Overall revenue in the first quarter after …

England v Australia: This World Cup means so much more for women than who wins and who loses
1 year, 4 months ago

England v Australia: This World Cup means so much more for women than who wins and who loses

The Independent  

The best of Voices delivered to your inbox every week - from controversial columns to expert analysis Sign up for our free weekly Voices newsletter for expert opinion and columns Sign up to our free weekly Voices newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The football world governing body, FIFA, …

Bigger bonuses could change lives for tiny teams that advance in Women’s World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

Bigger bonuses could change lives for tiny teams that advance in Women’s World Cup

China Daily  

South Africa's Jermaine Seoposenwe, Linda Motlhalo and Hildah Magaia during the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 round of 16 match against Netherlands at Sydney Football Stadium in Sydney, Australia August 6, 2023. MELBOURNE, Australia — Players who reached the knockout round at the Women's World Cup got larger individual bonuses that can be life-changing for many …

Life-Changing Bonuses for Players at Women's World Cup: How FIFA is Rewarding Players for Their Achievements
1 year, 4 months ago

Life-Changing Bonuses for Players at Women's World Cup: How FIFA is Rewarding Players for Their Achievements

The Hindu  

Players, who reached the knockout round at the Women’s World Cup, got larger individual bonuses that can be life-changing for many of them. “I’m the breadwinner, so I’ll be doing everything for my mom.” READ: Colombia wakes up to momentous victory at Women’s World Cup Deneisha Blackwood, part of the Jamaica squad eliminated by Colombia in the knockouts, described the …

Much-needed payout grows to life-altering levels for tiny teams that advance in Women's World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

Much-needed payout grows to life-altering levels for tiny teams that advance in Women's World Cup

The Independent  

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Fifa Women’s Football World Cup 2023: A tournament of equals
1 year, 4 months ago

Fifa Women’s Football World Cup 2023: A tournament of equals

Live Mint  

The difference was marginal. The football hit the post and ran away from the goal and Team USA held out for a draw against debutants Portugal and advanced to the knockout stages of the Women’s World Cup 2023. In the group stages, teams such as Jamaica, Nigeria and Colombia had already stunned other traditionally big teams of women’s football, issuing …

More teams, more upsets: How minnows challenged giants at Women’s World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

More teams, more upsets: How minnows challenged giants at Women’s World Cup

Al Jazeera  

Sceptics said the tournament was not ready to be expanded to a 32-team format, but the results show otherwise. “Not all countries have women’s professional football, so it could be difficult for scouts to evaluate players and teams accurately,” Neirotti said. “Also, the passion for football in Africa, combined with a strong sense of national pride, often drives teams to …

Bigger bonuses could change lives for tiny teams that advance in Women’s World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

Bigger bonuses could change lives for tiny teams that advance in Women’s World Cup

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Players who reached the knockout round at the Women’s World Cup got larger individual bonuses that can be life-changing for many of them. A lot of us have bills to pay and family to take care of,” Blackwood said, “and I think for the younger generation, especially, football doesn’t make you a lot of money. “The team …

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 2023: After upstaging group rivals, Nigeria ready to take on England in Round of 16
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: After upstaging group rivals, Nigeria ready to take on England in Round of 16

The Hindu  

When he dared speak up about pay and conditions for the Nigeria women’s team, Randy Waldrum was described by one federation official as the worst coach to ever lead the Super Falcons to a Women’s World Cup. “I think Nigeria could become a world power if we start to do things properly and invest more in women’s football, like so …

‘A breath of fresh air’: Nigeria’s World Cup run sparks joy back home
1 year, 4 months ago

‘A breath of fresh air’: Nigeria’s World Cup run sparks joy back home

Al Jazeera  

Lagos, Nigeria – Nigeria’s 0-0 draw with the Republic of Ireland last week took their Women’s World Cup points tally to five from three matches, enough to secure passage from the group stage for only the third time in the country’s history. ‘Inspiring’ football Women’s football has always been popular in Nigeria, but despite the national team featuring at every …

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 …

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 …

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 …

WWC host Australia eyes men’s World Cup in 2034 and Club World Cup in 2029
1 year, 4 months ago

WWC host Australia eyes men’s World Cup in 2034 and Club World Cup in 2029

The Hindu  

Australia is interested in holding the men’s World Cup in 2034, football’s governing body in the country said Friday, as it looks to build off the momentum of hosting the women’s version. Football Australia is keen to use the experience of staging the biggest-ever Women’s World Cup, which it is sharing with New Zealand, to put on more major tournaments. …

Who's in, who's out and storylines to watch in the Women's World Cup round of 16
1 year, 4 months ago

Who's in, who's out and storylines to watch in the Women's World Cup round of 16

NPR  

Who's in, who's out and storylines to watch in the Women's World Cup round of 16 Enlarge this image toggle caption Marty Melville/AFP via Getty Images Marty Melville/AFP via Getty Images The World Cup group stage can be fun, breathless, a globe-spanning festival of sport. The round of 16 includes some notable early exits Germany The two-time Women's World Cup …

Women’s World Cup greets its 1 millionth ticketholder as sales approach 1.7 million
1 year, 4 months ago

Women’s World Cup greets its 1 millionth ticketholder as sales approach 1.7 million

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — A Colorado woman has been recognized as the 1 millionth ticketholder to attend a game at the Women’s World Cup being co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand. Soccer’s world governing body on Tuesday said Rebecca Sheely had the milestone ticket when she went to Auckland’s Eden Park to watch the defending champion U.S. team hold on for a …

Germany players commit some of their Women’s World Cup bonuses to grassroots programs
1 year, 5 months ago

Germany players commit some of their Women’s World Cup bonuses to grassroots programs

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — Money has been a big talking point at this Women’s World Cup, from the lack of federation support for some teams and players, to the smaller prize pool FIFA is offering compared with the men’s World Cup in 2022, to the players not being paid their World Cup bonuses directly. Ahead of its opening match Monday versus Morocco …

Women’s World Cup payouts still lag far behind men despite promising progress
1 year, 5 months ago

Women’s World Cup payouts still lag far behind men despite promising progress

LA Times  

U.S. forward Megan Rapinoe has been at the forefront of the pay equality push in women’s soccer. It feels like this is a paradigm shift or a moment we’ll look back to and say ‘Nothing was ever the same after this Women’s World Cup.’ “Everybody is thankfully pushing in the right direction and pushing in the same direction and the …

50,000 crowds and a Woodbine smoking striker who scored more goals than Harry Kane... When women’s football was so popular in Britain the men banned it for 50 years!
1 year, 5 months ago

50,000 crowds and a Woodbine smoking striker who scored more goals than Harry Kane... When women’s football was so popular in Britain the men banned it for 50 years!

Daily Mail  

The game at Everton’s Goodison Park Stadium was, for football fans in the north-west of England, the highlight of the sporting calendar. Members of the Preston Ladies Football Club in training with captain Lily Parr for a tour of Scotland and a match against the Belgian Ladies international team Then, the supporters who turned out to watch women’s football comprised …

Record crowds expected as Women’s World Cup kicks off despite Auckland shooting
1 year, 5 months ago

Record crowds expected as Women’s World Cup kicks off despite Auckland shooting

The Hindu  

Australia and New Zealand will open the ninth Women’s World Cup co-hosted by the two nations on Thursday, despite a shooting near the Norwegian team hotel in New Zealand’s largest city of Auckland that left three dead and six injured. Fatma Samoura, FIFA’s Secretary-General, said tickets sold had already exceeded the total number sold for the last tournament in France, …

Women's World Cup five quick hits — Sam Kerr injury leaves worrying hole and NZ's apathy disappears at the feet of Hannah Wilkinson
1 year, 5 months ago

Women's World Cup five quick hits — Sam Kerr injury leaves worrying hole and NZ's apathy disappears at the feet of Hannah Wilkinson

ABC  

It was the tournament we had all been waiting for, and the opening day provided us with twists and turns on and off the pitch. FIFA Women's World Cup 2023: Group standings and full schedule Photo shows Groups The Women's World Cup is underway and Australia faces a tough battle to make it out of Group B. Almost 80,000 fans …

Karen Carney: It’s amazing we’re all talking about the Women’s World Cup
1 year, 5 months ago

Karen Carney: It’s amazing we’re all talking about the Women’s World Cup

The Independent  

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Women’s World Cup will win over the sceptics, says Infantino
1 year, 5 months ago

Women’s World Cup will win over the sceptics, says Infantino

The Hindu  

FIFA President Gianni Infantino said women’s football has experienced incredible growth over the last 10 years and is confident that the World Cup will win over anyone who remains sceptical about the merits of the women’s game. “Many people who believe that women’s football is still not a great game, or it’s not so entertaining or it’s kind of a …

FIFA can’t guarantee federations will pay promised $30,000 per player at Women’s World Cup
1 year, 5 months ago

FIFA can’t guarantee federations will pay promised $30,000 per player at Women’s World Cup

Associated Press  

FIFA President Gianni Infantino could make no guarantee Wednesday that the member federations will distribute the $30,000 payments promised to every player at the Women’s World Cup. FIFA’s agreement means that half of the total World Cup prize money fund of $110 million will be paid to the players in the 32 teams. The prize pool is more than three …

Why the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 is going to be epic
1 year, 5 months ago

Why the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 is going to be epic

Live Mint  

Momentum is one of the most coveted intangibles in sport. If the 2019 World Cup—defined by the Megan Rapinoe-led USA’s ingenuity and impudence—shattered the glass ceiling, the 2023 edition may well see women’s football soar. Even then, the first official Women’s World Cup, in 1991, was called the 1st FIFA World Championship for Women's Football for the M&Ms Cup, with …

How much is the FIFA Women’s World Cup prize money and where does is compare to that of men?
1 year, 5 months ago

How much is the FIFA Women’s World Cup prize money and where does is compare to that of men?

The Hindu  

The 2023 Women’s World Cup, which kicks off in Australia and New Zealand on July 20, is the most anticipated female sporting event ever. PODCAST: FIFA WOMEN’S WORLD CUP 2023 PREVIEW The United States of America is vying to regain the title after winning it the last two times – in 2019 and 2015. However, despite these improvements, the men’s …

FIFA Women’s World Cup: Disappointed England pauses bonus discussions with FA ahead of tournament
1 year, 5 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup: Disappointed England pauses bonus discussions with FA ahead of tournament

The Hindu  

England’s Lionesses have paused bonus discussions with the Football Association ahead of the Women’s World Cup, their captain Millie Bright said on Tuesday, adding that the team were “disappointed” the issue had not been resolved. England plays its opening World Cup match against Haiti in four days, and Bright said they would pause discussions with the FA until after the …

Real-time VAR explanations at Women’s World Cup more transparent: FIFA referee chief Collina
1 year, 5 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 …

Americas business owners stare down punishing World Cup timings
1 year, 5 months ago

Americas business owners stare down punishing World Cup timings

Al Jazeera  

Many matches during the women’s tournament in Australia and New Zealand will fall during overnight hours in the Americas. “Notwithstanding the time difference, local soccer fans are expected to watch the 2023 Women’s World Cup tournament regardless of the hour,” council member Kenyan McDuffie said upon introducing the legislation. “We’ll be open for all USA games and for any games …

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