UEFA 'lost confidence' in Infantino after failed plan
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has "lost the confidence" of UEFA over a plan to sell stakes in a World Cup company to private investors, the European football governing body has said.
Infantino's World Cup plans never considered impact on women's soccer
The 2027 Women's World Cup was set to be the first major tournament affected by FIFA's highly controversial plans, and it's too important to the women's game to be treated with such disrespect.
FIFA scraps World Cup sell-off plan after backlash
FIFA president Gianni Infantino scrapped his proposal to sell stakes in the World Cup after widespread backlash, including from within global soccer's governing body, and a threatened boycott by European nations.
UEFA to boycott WC; Concacaf rejects FIFA plan
FIFA president Gianni Infantino's plan to sell stakes in the World Cup to a private equity group was dealt a major blow on Thursday, after Concacaf joined UEFA in rejecting the proposal.
AU players slam FIFA plan, Football Australia stalls
Football Australia says it was unaware of FIFA's plans to sell stakes in tournaments such as the FIFA World Cup, but has confirmed it will not form a position until further information and consultation are provided.
Cape Verde 'motivated' by Vozinha and co. at their first WAFCON
On Wednesday, Cape Verde face Ghana in Casablanca in their first ever match at the Women's Africa Cup of Nations, completing another remarkable milestone for the country.
Why are Nigeria's Super Falcons so tough to beat at WAFCON?
Before every Women's Africa Cup of Nations, predictions may change, the challengers may change, and even storylines may vary, but the one thing that has always remained constant is who the favourites are. Nigeria.
A World Cup berth looks far away for sluggish, sloppy South Africa
There have been many moments in Desiree Ellis' 10-year Banyana Banyana reign where her back has been against the wall, but none where the chips were down quite as badly as they are following Monday's 2-1 loss to Tanzania.
5 reasons the USWNT will (or won't) be in the Women's World Cup final next summer
As we hit the one-year mark until the 2027 Women's World Cup final, we have to ask: Will the USWNT be there?
Top of the world: How Spain built historic dominance of both men's and women's games
It's no coincidence that Spain are the first nation to hold both the men's and women's World Cups simultaneously. It's been a generation in the making.
Babajide, Madugu welcome new 16-team WAFCON
Nigeria forward Rinsola Babajide and coach Justin Madugu believe the expansion of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations to 16 teams will make this year's tournament more competitive.
Nigeria retain backbone of WAFCON-winning squad
Nigeria coach Justine Madugu has retained the backbone of the squad that won a record 10th Women's Africa Cup of Nations title last year, naming captain Rasheedat Ajibade among an experienced 25-player squad.
USWNT to host world No. 1 Spain twice in October
The United States women's national team will host world No. 1 and reigning World Cup champions Spain in a pair of friendly matches in October, U.S. Soccer announced on Monday.
One year out from 2027 Women's World Cup: Power Rankings, questions, top prospects
The FIFA Women's World Cup kicks off in Brazil on June 24, 2027, and, so far, 14 out of the 32 teams have secured their ticket already.
England to face Greece in '27 World Cup qualifiers
England will face Greece in the opening round of the 2027 Women's World Cup qualifiers, while the Republic of Ireland have been drawn against 100th ranked Kazakhstan.
Kane 'a master of the game' - Croatia defender
Croatia are ready to face "master of the game" Harry Kane in Wednesday's World Cup opener against England, according to defender Duje Caleta-Car.
Everything you need to know about 2027 Women's World Cup: Format, who has qualified, more
The 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup in Brazil is fast approaching, so here is everything you need to know about the format and teams.
Forget sharing the minutes; there are three distinct tiers in the Matildas
Matildas boss Joe Montemurro has spoken often about "continuity," which is bad news for those expecting a refresh of the squad.
The USWNT wanted a fight in Brazil, and World Cup prep will be better for it
The USWNT got smacked in the face by Brazil's animosity in a 2-1 loss, but that's exactly what head coach Emma Hayes wanted.
How can Iceland's women compete with Europe's top nations?
Iceland is geographically isolated and lacks the population base to compete with women's football's major nations. So what can it do?
Why the USWNT might be better off losing to Brazil in World Cup dry run
The best way for the USWNT to win the World Cup next summer? It just might be to go to Brazil and lose this week.
Bronze: Spain bring out the 'best' from England
Sarina Wiegman insists that England will play to win their World Cup qualifier, with Lucy Bronze saying that Spain bring out the "best" from the Lionesses.
USWNT Big Board: How the 2027 World Cup team is taking shape
The USWNT is now nearly one year away from the 2027 Women's World Cup. How is coach Emma Hayes' roster rebuild coming along?
What did the USWNT learn ahead of World Cup after Japan series?
The USWNT just wrapped its window of three friendly games against Japan, but what did Emma Hayes learn ahead of the World Cup?
Make-or-break questions the USWNT must answer before next year's World Cup
The Women's World Cup is barely more than a year away and USWNT coach Emma Hayes needs to use every match to answer some important questions.
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 |