FIFA suspends Spanish soccer president Luis Rubiales amid conduct probe
FIFA said Rubiales is removed from soccer duties for 90 days “pending the disciplinary proceedings opened" against him.
FIFA said Rubiales is removed from soccer duties for 90 days “pending the disciplinary proceedings opened" against him.
Now that the 2023 Women's World Cup is over, will the hype last?
For some teams, like Nigeria, the Philippines and Jamaica, the struggle for funding, support and recognition will continue.
For some teams, like Nigeria, the Philippines and Jamaica, the struggle for funding, support and recognition will continue.
Women’s World Cup: Spain wins its first title, beating England 1-0
Spain's first major international trophy made it the first European team to win the Women's World Cup since Germany in 2007.
Spain's first major international trophy made it the first European team to win the Women's World Cup since Germany in 2007.
Women’s World Cup: Sweden beats Japan to advance to semifinals | August 11, 2023
Sweden beat Japan 2-1 and will stay in Auckland to face Spain in next week's semifinal match.
Sweden beat Japan 2-1 and will stay in Auckland to face Spain in next week's semifinal match.
Women’s World Cup: Spain edges Netherlands to reach semifinals | August 10, 2023
Salma Paralluelo scored late in extra time Friday to give Spain a 2-1 victory and a place in the Women's World Cup semifinals for the first time.
Salma Paralluelo scored late in extra time Friday to give Spain a 2-1 victory and a place in the Women's World Cup semifinals for the first time.
For smaller teams advancing in Women's World Cup, bigger bonuses could be life changing
FIFA designated $30,000 for each of the 732 players on the 32 teams that played in the World Cup. The payout rises to $60,000 for players on the 16 teams that advanced out of group play. Players in the quarterfinals get $90,000.
FIFA designated $30,000 for each of the 732 players on the 32 teams that played in the World Cup. The payout rises to $60,000 for players on the 16 teams that advanced out of group play. Players in the quarterfinals get $90,000.
Women’s World Cup: Colombia and France advance to quarterfinals | August 8, 2023
Colombia's surprising run in the World Cup continues with a match against England in the quarterfinals, while France battles host nation Australia.
Colombia's surprising run in the World Cup continues with a match against England in the quarterfinals, while France battles host nation Australia.
Megan Rapinoe on missed penalty: 'That's like a sick joke'
"That's why I had that smile on my face. I'm like, 'You've got be f—ing kidding me.' I'm going to miss a penalty? I mean, honestly, I can't remember the last time I missed," Megan Rapinoe said.
"That's why I had that smile on my face. I'm like, 'You've got be f—ing kidding me.' I'm going to miss a penalty? I mean, honestly, I can't remember the last time I missed," Megan Rapinoe said.
Women’s World Cup: England and Australia advance to the quarterfinals | August 7, 2023
England and Australia took care of business in their round of 16 matches Monday to advance to the quarterfinals.
England and Australia took care of business in their round of 16 matches Monday to advance to the quarterfinals.
Women’s World Cup: US eliminated by Sweden on penalty kicks | August 6, 2023
Today's Women's World Cup matches: Netherlands vs. South Africa and U.S. vs. Sweden. Here are the superstars to look for, the stories to follow and all the details on how to watch.
Today's Women's World Cup matches: Netherlands vs. South Africa and U.S. vs. Sweden. Here are the superstars to look for, the stories to follow and all the details on how to watch.
Women's World Cup stars juggle parenthood while playing on the world stage
There have been plenty of elite athletes who have also juggled parenthood, but the level of support the mothers are receiving while on the job at the Women's World Cup is improving.
There have been plenty of elite athletes who have also juggled parenthood, but the level of support the mothers are receiving while on the job at the Women's World Cup is improving.
Women’s World Cup: Morocco upsets Colombia to advance, Germany eliminated after draw | August 3, 2023
Morocco surprisingly moves on as the runner-up due to Germany's draw against South Korea. Despite the loss, Colombia still wins group H. Germany is out of the tournament before the knockout stage for the first time in Women's World Cup history.
Morocco surprisingly moves on as the runner-up due to Germany's draw against South Korea. Despite the loss, Colombia still wins group H. Germany is out of the tournament before the knockout stage for the first time in Women's World Cup history.
USA vs. Portugal takeaways: USWNT advances despite very off-key performance
The United States avoided a humiliating and historic first-round exit only by the width of the post on an Ana Capeta shot in stoppage time and settled, barely, for a scoreless draw.
The United States avoided a humiliating and historic first-round exit only by the width of the post on an Ana Capeta shot in stoppage time and settled, barely, for a scoreless draw.
Co-host Australia advances, knocking Canada out of the Women's World Cup
With the win, the Matildas clinched the top spot in Group B and a place in the round of 16.
With the win, the Matildas clinched the top spot in Group B and a place in the round of 16.
Despite lack of time together, USA expects more cohesive unit vs. Portugal
The United States lineup might still be getting used to playing together, but the Americans expect the group's cohesion to continue to grow.
The United States lineup might still be getting used to playing together, but the Americans expect the group's cohesion to continue to grow.
Women’s World Cup: Australia, Zambia, Japan win their matches on Day 11 | July 31, 2023
Australia, Zambia, and Japan were victorious in their matches to advance in the World Cup tournament. But the Nigeria vs. Republic of Ireland match ends in a draw.
Australia, Zambia, and Japan were victorious in their matches to advance in the World Cup tournament. But the Nigeria vs. Republic of Ireland match ends in a draw.
Women’s World Cup: England defeats Denmark 1-0 in Group D play| July 28, 2023
England and China earned victories in their matches while Argentina vs. South Africa ended in a draw. Here are the superstars to look for, the stories to follow and all the details on how to watch.
England and China earned victories in their matches while Argentina vs. South Africa ended in a draw. Here are the superstars to look for, the stories to follow and all the details on how to watch.
Women’s World Cup: Nigeria stuns Australia in Group B match | July 27, 2023
Nigeria defeated Australia 3-2 in a Group B match while Portugal got a win over Vietnam, while the match between Argentina and South Africa ended in a draw.
Nigeria defeated Australia 3-2 in a Group B match while Portugal got a win over Vietnam, while the match between Argentina and South Africa ended in a draw.
United States vs. Netherlands by the numbers: 2023 Women's World Cup
The U.S. beat the Netherlands four years ago, but a lot has changed for both teams since that match. Here's a look at the rematch of the 2019 Women's World Cup final.
The U.S. beat the Netherlands four years ago, but a lot has changed for both teams since that match. Here's a look at the rematch of the 2019 Women's World Cup final.
Alex Morgan embracing first World Cup as a mom: 'I'm playing two roles'
Alex Morgan has enjoyed support ever since returning to the field in 2021 after her maternity leave. And she knows she'll continue to have throughout the USWNT's World Cup run.
Alex Morgan has enjoyed support ever since returning to the field in 2021 after her maternity leave. And she knows she'll continue to have throughout the USWNT's World Cup run.