U.S.-led, UK bids for Women's World Cup cleared for FIFA vote
The joint bids for both the 2031 and the 2035 Women's World Cup tournaments have met the hosting requirements and will be put up for a vote by FIFA's members later this month.
Top-four ranked teams at Women's World Cup to be kept apart until semifinals
The four highest-ranked teams going into next year's Women's World Cup in Brazil won't meet until the semifinal stage if they win their respective groups, FIFA announced in a new ruling on how the draw will be conducted.
Ellis adds Shongwe for Banyana's World Cup playoffs
In-form Mamelodi Sundowns forward/midfielder Wendy Shongwe was the only new player named in Desiree Ellis' 23-woman South Africa squad for phase 1 World Cup Intercontinental Playoff qualifiers in Morocco (Nov. 28 - Dec. 5).
Ex-Australia, Philippines coach Stajcic takes charge of Indonesia women's team
Ex-Australia and Philippines coach Alen Stajcic has been named Indonesia's new women's national team coach.
What does Nigeria's U17 World Cup win mean for the Super Falcons?
The Nigeria women's U17 side became the first African team to win a FIFA Women's world title, beating Japan 2-1 in the final in Rabat on Saturday. But what does that mean for the struggling senior women's team?
England-Ukraine WC playoff to take place in Spain
The first leg of England's Women's World Cup playoff clash with Ukraine will take place at the Pinatar Arena in Murcia, Spain, it has been announced.
Source: FIFA targets doubling WWC prize money, short of equal pay
FIFA aims to double the prize money for the 2027 Women's World Cup, a major increase that still falls short of the men's tournament total, a source told ESPN.
Will an American woman ever again be the world's best player?
After years of dominance, USWNT players no longer land as finalists -- let alone win -- major awards such as the Ballon d'Or.
Ranked: All 49 national teams that can win the 2027 Women's World Cup
There are 49 national teams that could win the FIFA Women's World Cup next summer. With only four international breaks left before the tournament, we rank them all.
USWNT big board: Questions and answers for the 2027 World Cup roster
The USWNT is now eight months away from the 2027 Women's World Cup. How is the roster rebuild coming along?
Source: Chicago, Portland join race to host 2031 Women's World Cup games
Chicago and Portland, Oregon, have entered the bidding process as potential host cities for the 2031 Women's World Cup, sources confirmed to ESPN.
Infantino apologized, but reelection as FIFA president remains far from certain
Gianni Infantino tried to make amends at Thursday's FIFA Council meeting for his ill-fated attempt to sell the World Cup. Will it be enough to save his reelection bid?
Nigeria target Olympic gold after WAFCON, WC failures
Nigeria have set their sights on winning a first Olympic women's football gold medal, as the Super Falcons attempt to recover from the disappointment of their dismal WAFCON and World Cup campaigns.
Matildas' young guns seize chance as Women's World Cup countdown continues
A mixed window left the Matildas with plenty to ponder, but the emergence of players like Leticia McKenna and Alana Murphy offers Australia hope ahead of the World Cup.
England to play Ukraine at Wembley for WC place
England will face off against Ukraine for a spot in the 2027 Women's World Cup at Wembley on Dec. 5.
In thrashing Greece, Lionesses give performance Sarina Wiegman has been waiting for
England beat Greece 8-1 across two games but the performance in Leicester in particular will be hugely satisfying for Sarena Wiegman.
What can the USWNT learn from World Cup champions Spain?
The No. 2-ranked U.S. women's national team faces No. 1-ranked Spain. What can the Americans learn from soccer's new standard bearers?
Sources: Montagliani clears path for Infantino's reelection as FIFA prez
Gianni Infantino faces a clear path towards reelection as FIFA president after sources told ESPN that Victor Montagliani plans to stay as Concacaf president.
Ex-Spurs defender Vega to run for FIFA president
Former Tottenham Hotspur defender Ramon Vega says he will challenge Gianni Infantino for the FIFA presidency.
What to know about UEFA playoffs for 2027 Women's World Cup: Format, matchups, top teams
The Women's World Cup in Brazil begins next summer, and there are still several places up for grabs.
PSG chief Al-Khelaifi has 'zero interest' in FIFA presidency
European soccer's search for a candidate to challenge Gianni Infantino in the FIFA presidential election will not land on clubs' leader Nasser Al-Khelaifi.
Spain win U20 Women's World Cup to continue global dominance
Spain added another global title to its collection after beating defending champions North Korea to lift the FIFA U20 Women's World Cup in Poland on Sunday.
Is a lack of young talent putting the USWNT's world dominance at risk?
Poor results for the U.S. women's national team at the youth level have raised alarms, but is the situation really as dire it seems?
Morgan, Marta lead chorus of players seeking U20 WWC change
Over a dozen top current and former women's soccer players, including World Cup winners Alex Morgan and Crystal Dunn, and Brazil legend Marta, sent an open letter to FIFA asking to align the U20 Women's World Cup with the international match calendar.
Euro leagues slam FIFA over women's calendar
A group representing many of Europe's major soccer leagues has accused FIFA of "abusive conduct" in how it runs the international calendar for women's competitions after filing an expanded complaint to the European Commission.
FIFA Women's World Cup Standings
| Group A | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +2 | 5 |
| Norway | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | +5 | 4 |
| New Zealand | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Philippines | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -7 | 3 |
| Group B | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Australia | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +4 | 6 |
| Nigeria | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +1 | 5 |
| Canada | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -3 | 4 |
| Republic of Ireland | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -2 | 1 |
| Group C | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Japan | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +11 | 9 |
| Spain | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +4 | 6 |
| Zambia | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -8 | 3 |
| Costa Rica | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -7 | 0 |
| Group D | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| England | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +7 | 9 |
| Denmark | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +2 | 6 |
| China | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -5 | 3 |
| Haiti | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -4 | 0 |
| Group E | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Netherlands | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +8 | 7 |
| United States | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +3 | 5 |
| Portugal | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | +1 | 4 |
| Vietnam | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -12 | 0 |
| Group F | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| France | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +4 | 7 |
| Jamaica | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +1 | 5 |
| Brazil | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | +3 | 4 |
| Panama | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -8 | 0 |
| Group G | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Sweden | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +8 | 9 |
| South Africa | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Italy | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -5 | 3 |
| Argentina | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -3 | 1 |
| Group H | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Colombia | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +2 | 6 |
| Morocco | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | -4 | 6 |
| Germany | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | +5 | 4 |
| South Korea | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -3 | 1 |