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NWSL 2024 predictions: are Gotham FC and San Diego on a repeat collision course?

The new season kicks off on Friday night with the NWSL Challenge Cup. Our panel of writers deliver their verdicts on the MVP, champions and plotlines to watch

The Guardian - US

USWNT Roster Announced for 2024 Concacaf W Gold Cup Tournament

Get the scoop on the 23-player roster for the United States women's national team for the upcoming 2024 Concacaf W Gold Cup, featuring talented players lik...

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Weird, wild and wonderful stories of joy from 2023

Let's face it: the news in 2023 was often a grind, confronting us with war, tragedy and controversies. But there were also incredible moments of hope, kindness and joy.

WEKU

Messi, Haaland and Bonmati Lead Ballon d’Or Nominee Shortlists

The Argentina star could win a record eighth award while the women’s honor will feature a first-time winner.

Sports Illustrated

How to tackle post-World Cup blues and get your women’s football fix

The World Cup may be over but there are still plenty of things to look forward to in the women’s game

The Guardian - UK

Who Should the Next USWNT Coach Be?

After a disappointing round-of-16 exit at the 2023 Women’s World Cup, the search is on to find a new leader for the U.S.

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The future is uncertain for the U.S. after crashing out of the Women's World Cup

The once-dominant Americans crashed out of the World Cup on penalties after a scoreless draw with Sweden in the Round of 16. It was the earliest exit ever for the four-time tournament champions.

WEKU

The future is uncertain for the United States after crashing out of the Women's World Cup

The once-dominant Americans crashed out of the Women’s World Cup on penalties after a scoreless draw with Sweden in the Round of 16

The Independent UK

USA’s dominant era ends on a night of chaos, confusion and heartbreak

Sweden 0-0 USA (Sweden win 5-4 on penalties): The defending champions suffered their earliest-ever World Cup exit, but this was a defeat that felt inevitable

The Independent UK

From Megan Rapinoe’s miss to VAR drama: How the USA and Sweden’s penalty shoot-out unfolded

The defending champions are out of the World Cup after a wild penalty shoot-out

The Independent UK

USA crash out of World Cup as Sweden win on penalties to reach last eight

USA, the holders, lost 5-4 on penalties after a goalless draw when technology showed Alyssa Naeher had just failed to keep out Lina Hurtig’s spot-kick

The Guardian - UK

Sweden knock out Women’s World Cup holders USA in wild penalty shootout

Two-time defending champions USA make earliest ever World Cup exit, as Sweden progress to face Japan in quarter-finals.

Al Jazeera

What Happened to the USWNT That We All Expected?

For the USWNT, the expectation is always to win, including against Sweden on Sunday. But it might be time for the rest of us to start managing those expectations.

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The Guardian - US

Width, pressure and finishing: how USA can turn round their World Cup

The defending champions have ground their way into the tournament’s knockout stage. But they need to improve quickly against a strong Sweden team

The Guardian - US

Trinity Rodman: from million-dollar teenager to USA’s World Cup cutting edge

The forward wasn’t expecting to play a crucial role for the USWNT. But injuries and her willingness to work on all aspects of her game have reaped rewards

The Hindu

Captain Horan sets the tone for United States at FIFA Women's World Cup

Lindsey Horan sets feisty tone for the U.S. at FIFA WWC 2023. After angry exchange with Netherlands’ midfielder Danielle van de Donk, Horan scored to tie game 1-1

The Guardian - US

The US at this World Cup are young, talented … and running out of time to peak

The Americans should still make it to the knockouts. But they will need to improve quickly if they are to make a serious challenge for the title

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USWNT Gets a Real Test (and Some Hard Truths) in Tight Draw With Netherlands

Scoring continues to elude the U.S., as does a strong presence in the midfield. Both were on display in a 1–1 draw with the Dutch.

The Guardian - US

Horan’s header pegs back Netherlands in rematch of 2019 World Cup final

Lindsey Horan’s header canceled out Jill Roord’s opening goal as the USA played to a 1-1 draw with the Netherlands in the marquee fixture of Group E

The Independent UK

US Women’s National Team honours late teammate Katie Meyer by dedicating their goals at the World Cup

Promising goalkeeper remembered by friend Sophia Smith during 3-0 win over Vietnam

The Hindu

Making World Cup debut ‘crazy’ for U.S. rising star Thompson

Alyssa Thompson came on for her World Cup debut against Vietnam with the USA leading 2-0 thanks to two Sophia Smith goals.

Newsroom.co.nz

Anatomy of a soccer superfan

There are sports fans and then there are superfans. Suzanne McFadden meets some among a US invasion the size of Tokoroa at the FIFA Women’s World Cup, and asks if NZ is creating its own.

The Guardian - US

An exploratory opening win shows the USA women are still a work in progress

Opening matches at World Cups are often a practice in figuring out what works. The USWNT’s 3-0 win over Vietnam to launch their three-peat bid shows they’re not yet a finished product

The Independent UK

Today at the Women’s World Cup: England, USA and five-star Japan claim victories

Japan hit five past Zambia, England edged past Haiti and holders the United States saw off Vietnam.

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