Tag: fifa women’s world cup
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Luis Rubiales to step down as head of Spanish Football Federation after kissing scandal
The pressure continued to mount during the week after FIFA launched disciplinary proceedings against Rubiales and Hermoso said in a statement that such acts “should never be punished”. As backlash mounted, Rubiales, who initially called his critics “idiots,” issued a video apology late Monday, but it failed to quell the uproar. An RFEF spokesman declined…
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Spain beat England to win first Women’s World Cup title
Albanese said the money would be used to improve sports facilities for women and girls, with football expected to receive a “significant resource”. The government also wants to ensure women’s sporting events are available on free-to-air television, following criticism that most World Cup games not involving Australia were behind paywalls. Women’s football has also faced…
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England, Spain create history in Women’s World Cup final
Spain’s Queen Letizia will be in attendance but Prince William, president of England’s Football Association, has faced criticism for staying home. “Lioness I want to send you lots of good wishes for tomorrow,” he said in a video with daughter Charlotte sitting next to him. “We’re sorry we couldn’t be there in person, but we’re…
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England, Spain ready for World Cup glory
The Women’s World Cup, which has broken records on and off the field, will reach a fitting climax on Sunday when either England or Spain are crowned champions for the first time. Around 75,000 fans will pack Stadium Australia in Sydney for the final of the World Cup, which began with 32 teams, up from…
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‘Spy’ helicopters and ‘old tricks’ as Australia, England clash in Women’s World Cup
“It is like a celebration of sorts for the community as well. It’s about to get crazy in the pub. “I saw the last game in the pub and it was mental. Everyone was together, everyone was supporting the girls, everyone was happy. The 33-year-old said she had never seen this level of interest in…
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Carmona’s last innings takes Spain to maiden Women’s World Cup final
Nathalie Bjorn sent a hanging cross over the back post from the right for Fridolina Rolfo – who was facing seven of her Barcelona club-mates in Spain’s starting line-up – but her side-footed volley was saved by Cata Cole took. Vilda’s plan was clearly to save the speedy Paraluello when the Swedish defense began to…
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England and Australia reach semi-finals in Women’s World Cup
In front of a crowd of over 50,000, Sam Kerr came off the bench in the second half and the talismanic striker duly converted his penalty in the shootout. Australia goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold missed a game-winning chance in the shootout when his kick hit the post, but VAR saw both feet off his line for…
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Australia beat France in penalty thriller to enter semi-finals
French goalkeeper Pauline Peyraud-Magin then had to come out to clear Fowler as she somehow remained goalless at the interval. Kerr replaced van Egmond 10 minutes into the second half to the delight of the spectators and his introduction provided such excitement that Australia almost went ahead moments later. Hayley Raso tries his luck with…
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Spain beat Netherlands 2-1 in extra time to enter semi-finals
Frappert was advised to review by VAR and ruled that there was not enough contact with Paredes, who had his yellow card withdrawn, much to the animated displeasure of Berenstein. Spain went ahead with nine minutes of normal time through Caldenti after Van der Graagt fumbled on Parluelo’s cross inside the penalty box. Inter Milan…
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Colombia ‘dreaming big’ as they plan to beat England at the World Cup
“We want more,” he said after scoring the goal to put Colombia through to the last eight. “It is not our limit, now we are thinking about England, which is going to be a dream match. “We have to stay calm, play a sensible game, but with the certainty that we can achieve more in…
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England saved from fear of Nigeria, Australia also in quarter-finals
England saved from fear of Nigeria, Australia also in quarter-finals
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Zambia Women’s World Cup coach accused of sexual misconduct
“Your reason may be because of what you are reading from the media or the press, but the truth of the matter must really come out, not just rumours.” New Zealand Police said they were “made aware of an alleged incident” during the World Cup but after a preliminary inquiry decided “no further action needed…