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News

/ 704 days ago

NWSL vs USL Super League on a collision course in US soccer

As the male professional soccer leagues in the United States continue their Soccerwarz, the same mistakes and lack of leadership from the United States Soccer Federation are creating a similar situation for the women. Starting this summer, a brand-new independent women's soccer league named USL Super League will debut going head-to-head against the NWSL. Women's […]

USWNT

/ 707 days ago

Rise of women's soccer: Journey to recognition and equality

As far as sports storylines go, the meteoric rise of women's soccer ranks among the most fascinating and motivating. A once-overlooked and underappreciated phenomenon has grown into a worldwide sensation, winning over audiences everywhere. The ascent from obscurity to prominence has been characterized by dogged persistence, fortitude, and the unrelenting quest for acknowledgment and parity. […]

CONCACAF

/ 723 days ago

Groups set for 2024 W Gold Cup

A new era for women's soccer in North America is coming up in February. And now the USWNT, and everyone else, knows the lay of the land with the groups for the W Gold Cup set after the completion of the draw. 2024 W Gold Cup Groups The twelve competitors – nine already qualified plus […]

USWNT

/ 726 days ago

2027 Women's World Cup bids come down to the wire

The 2023 Women's World Cup just wrapped up this past summer. But now eyes turn to the next edition of the premier women's soccer event. Today is the final day for countries to submit their bids to host the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup, and one major entrant waited until the last moment. USA and […]

CONCACAF

/ 728 days ago

CONCACAF W Gold Cup draw scheduled for first-ever contest

A new era for women's soccer in North America is set to kick off early next Spring. The first-ever CONCACAF W Gold Cup will take place in California and Texas, and the draw will be staged on December 11 to get things rolling. 12 teams to compete in the inaugural CONCACAF W Gold Cup The […]

Business of Soccer

/ 736 days ago

One-third of Women's World Cup players earn less than $30K

A recent study has found that a significant amount of players at the 2023 Women's World Cup had earnings lower than $30,000 last year. FIFPRO, the worldwide soccer player representative organization, conducted the poll by asking 260 total players about their wages. These featured athletes were from 26 of the 32 participating national teams at […]

South Africa

/ 739 days ago

South Africa's unexpected stance on 2027 Women World Cup bid

It has been announced that South Africa will not be vying to host the 2027 Women's World Cup. This weekend, the South African Football Association (SAFA) stunned the soccer world by announcing it was pulling out of the bidding process to host the tournament. Four countries competed for the right to host the event, with […]

Leagues: NWSL

/ 743 days ago

Women's Super League has first-ever Panini sticker collection

The English Football Association announced this week that the Women's Super League will debut a batch of Panini stickers. Worldwide, soccer enthusiasts of all ages have treasured their sticker collections. They are well-known for their trading cards and other collectibles. They have never put out a collection that is dedicated only to women's domestic soccer. […]

Barcelona

/ 749 days ago

Barca women's players, Emma Hayes want Champions League VAR

Refereeing controversy and calls for VAR struck again Wednesday night during a UEFA Women's Champions League match between Chelsea and Real Madrid. There has certainly been an influx of disputes regarding on-field decisions and the use of VAR in recent months. However, the controversy in Wednesday's matchup was unique. The Chelsea women's team dominated Real […]

Leagues: NWSL

/ 753 days ago

Rapinoe forced to exit early as Gotham secure first NWSL title

As the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) season came to a close on Saturday, Gotham FC completed an improbable run from the depths of the league to the summit by defeating the OL Reign 2-1 in the championship game. It was meant to be a sendoff for legends Megan Rapinoe and Ali Krieger in the […]

Brazil

/ 759 days ago

Brazil joins several nations in bid for 2027 Women's World Cup

Brazil confirmed its intention to submit a bid as a host for the 2027 Women's World Cup. The South American nation joins a host of other countries vying to host the top women's soccer tournament in the world. South Africa submitted a bid out of Africa, while a trio of Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany […]

Chelsea

/ 761 days ago

Emma Hayes set for USWNT job after declaring Chelsea exit

Chelsea have announced that women's team manager Emma Hayes will leave the club at the conclusion of the current campaign, with rumors linking her to the USWNT post. The Blues also hinted that the highly-rated coach is set to continue her career outside of England. In a statement, the club claimed that Hayes will "pursue […]

Women's Soccer

/ 770 days ago

Surprising joint bid to rival US as 2027 Women's World Cup host

The 2023 Women's World Cup is now in the past, and the stoplight attention is now slowly setting on the 2027 tournament and a new bid to host. Australia and New Zealand completed their hosting responsibilities for the WWC. However, the host in four years remains uncertain. FIFA is in the initial stages of the […]

Leagues: NWSL

/ 775 days ago

Ex-USWNT Vlatko Andonovski to coach Kansas City Current

Former United States women's national team manager Vlatko Andonovski looks set to return to coaching. Andonovski previously resigned as head coach of the USWNT just weeks after a disappointing display at the 2023 Women's World Cup. Despite being favorites to win the tournament, the Americans were knocked out of the competition at the round of […]

Canada

/ 775 days ago

Record holder Christine Sinclair makes emotional Canada choice

Christine Sinclair, the world's most prolific international goalscorer and a beloved sporting icon in Canada has announced her international retirement. This decision marks the culmination of an extraordinary 24-year international career. During the past two decades, she has played a pivotal role in transforming the sport in her nation. The long-time Canucks captain has shared […]