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Nigeria’s Women’s World Cup Dreams Once Again Come to an End in the Round of 16
Only one African team has reached every single Women’s World Cup since the tournament’s introduction in 1991: Nigeria. Having been eliminated in the group stage in their first two attempts, they reached the quarterfinals in 1999, their best-ever finish, but they would exit the group stage on four straight occasions before falling to Germany in…
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Australia and New Zealand: The Hosts of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup
This is not just the first time FIFA Women’s World Cup will be hosted in the Southern Hemisphere or the first time that 32 teams will be competing in the tournament — it’s also the first time that multiple countries will be hosting the competition. Today, we’re going to be taking a look at Australia…
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Match Preview: Angel City FC vs San Diego Wave
Rivalries make sports intriguing, and derbies usually make for great viewing, whether they are new or old. One of the newest rivalries in the NWSL is the one between the San Diego Wave and Angel City. The rivalry stems mainly from the geographical proximity of the two teams’ cities but also due to cities competing…
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The History and Evolution of FIFA Women’s World Cup
The biggest stage in football is three months away, as Australia and New Zealand prepare to host the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup from July 20 to August 20. As we prepare for the ninth edition of the Women’s World Cup, let’s take a look back into the tournament’s past in order to get ready…
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San Diego Wave’s 2023 NWSL Season Preview
The latest season of the NWSL starts on March 25. It will be a chance for the old, established teams to start new beginnings and for the recent upstarts to further cement their place in the league. One such team is the San Diego Wave. The Southern California-based side was established in 2021, thus making…
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Lena Oberdorf – The Young Midfielder Who Is Key For Club and Country
Few players have lit up a tournament the way Lena Oberdorf shone in Euro 2022. The 20-year-old announced herself on the world stage with her exemplary performances which were really at the heart of Germany’s dominating displays. She won the Young Player of the Tournament award as well as a multitude of fans with…
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Jill Scott, Thank You
Every so often a player retires from football, and it hits you just how much they have impacted your love and enjoyment of the game. This happened to me very recently… As the final whistle went at Wembley Stadium, the crowd erupted in sheer relief, it was over. England were European Champions! There is…
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WSL Watch: Five Of The Best Summer Transfers
The transfer window is in full swing and Women’s Super League clubs have been enjoying a summer of wheeling and dealing. With just under a month to go until the season starts, clubs are getting their final deals over the line ready to ensure the squads have time to form some cohesion ahead of what…
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Keira Walsh – England’s Pass Master
Sarina Wiegman successfully guided England to the European Championship title this summer. The Lionesses filled the country with infectious joy and passion due to the free-flowing and joyous football that was on display. The attacking players have been receiving all the plaudits, especially Beth Mead who won the Golden Boot and Player of the Tournament.…
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Alessia Russo – The Audaciously Brilliant Lioness Ready for the World Stage
It was a summer to remember for England as football finally came home. The Lionesses made home advantage count and roared their way to the European Championship title with their typical verve and joy. The tournament saw many players making their major tournament debuts, as coach Sarina Wiegman put her faith in the young talent…
