Can Sam Kerr play full semifinal for Australia? 'That's like the million-dollar question'
Australia has closely managed Sam Kerr's return from a calf injury. But after playing the final 65 minutes against France, Kerr is hoping to... AUGUST 12, 2023
Australia's historic World Cup run uniting a continent: 'So much more to give'
If the quarterfinal against France was the biggest soccer game in Australian history, the semifinal showdown against England will be even bi... AUGUST 12, 2023
Sam Kerr will not start for Australia in massive quarterfinal match vs. France
Now the host nation will anxiously wait to see how coach Tony Gustavsson builds up his superstar's minutes in this game. Will she come on at... AUGUST 12, 2023
Australia coach: Sam Kerr will start vs. France if she's 'fit to play 90 minutes'
Could Sam Kerr, the world's most dangerous striker, get the start on Saturday? The final decision will be made Friday night by the medical s... AUGUST 11, 2023
Australia's balancing act: Work in Sam Kerr without disrupting chemistry
The Matildas have gotten into a winning rhythm and look cohesive both technically and tactically. Now, superstar Sam Kerr is back. So how wi... AUGUST 10, 2023
Sophia Smith's World Cup struggles? USWNT star will be 'perfectly fine'
Were expectations for Sophia Smith unfair? She is just 22 and was playing in her first World Cup for the two-time defending champions and to... AUGUST 9, 2023
Colombia makes first-ever quarterfinal behind Catalina Usme and Linda Caicedo
Colombia made history by beating Jamaica, 1-0, in the round of 16. All it took was the first goal – after approximately 320 minutes and thre... AUGUST 8, 2023
'The kids are taking over': Young stars provide a solid foundation for USWNT
From Sophia Smith to Trinity Rodman to Mallory Swanson, the immense young talent for this United States women's team should reveal a pathway... AUGUST 8, 2023
Sam Kerr makes highly-anticipated return as Australia rolls
There wasn't much pressure for Sam Kerr to perform in her tournament debut with Australia up 2-0 on Denmark, but the superstar's return was... AUGUST 7, 2023
Alex Morgan, coming off a rough World Cup, looks to the future
While Alex Morgan hasn't announced her intentions, if this turns out to have been the United States star's last World Cup run, what will she... AUGUST 7, 2023
Alyssa Naeher on Sweden's game-winner: 'I thought I had it'
On the final, dramatic penalty kick, USWNT goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher celebrated as if she had come up with a monumental save. That was, until... AUGUST 6, 2023
USA shakes up lineup vs. Sweden, Emily Sonnett get first start of World Cup
With Rose Lavelle out due to suspension, the United States had to make a change in the midfield for its round of 16 match on Sunday. AUGUST 6, 2023
Alex Morgan's father, the ultimate soccer dad: 'He's literally at everything'
Mike Morgan never misses his daughter's games or the big moments she creates in them. Since Alex was 14, Mike guesstimates he's been to ever... AUGUST 6, 2023
Alex Morgan optimistic vs. Sweden: 'We are highly motivated'
USWNT star Alex Morgan admits this World Cup hasn't gone as planned, but she's pleased with her team's mindset entering Sunday's match again... AUGUST 5, 2023
Alyssa Naeher will be challenged by Sweden, but U.S. believes in 'steady' goalkeeper
Alyssa Naeher is the kind of goalkeeper who doesn't have trouble staying engaged even if she's not constantly under attack. Against Sweden,... AUGUST 5, 2023
USWNT's dynasty has officially been put on notice
The USWNT has never failed to make it to the semifinal of a World Cup and has never finished worse than third place. Could this year be diff... AUGUST 3, 2023
U.S. captain Lindsey Horan on outside criticism: It 'hurts a little bit'
USWNT captain Lindsey Horan says she knows expectations and criticism come with the job, but she doesn't question how hard her team is worki... AUGUST 3, 2023
How does USWNT replace suspended Rose Lavelle?
The U.S. will face rival Sweden in the round of 16, which means Vlatko Andonovski is going to have to make big decisions for the USWNT to av... AUGUST 2, 2023
Even after near-disaster, USWNT refusing to sound the alarm
Fans may be worried about the USWNT after Tuesday's performance. But the team continues to deflect any concern. AUGUST 1, 2023
Meet the 'badass' OG soccer moms who blazed a trail for USWNT
This year's USWNT has a record-tying three moms on the roster, but it wasn't long ago that there were zero. These are the women who allowed... AUGUST 1, 2023
Rose Lavelle, Lynn Williams move into U.S. lineup vs. Portugal
USWNT coach Vlatko Andonovski inserted Lynn Williams and Rose Lavelle into his starting XI, benching Trinity Rodman and Savannah DeMelo. AUGUST 1, 2023
'Basically, it's footy & coffee': Inside the USWNT's caffeine-fueled bonding
In dealing with the stress of pursuing a World Cup three-peat, this U.S. team views coffee not just as a pick-me-up but as a bonding ritual. JULY 31, 2023
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. JULY 31, 2023
Megan Rapinoe went from star to sub for USWNT, but she's not sweating it
At 38, playing in her fourth and final World Cup, Megan Rapinoe maintains that she doesn't need to be the star. JULY 30, 2023
For USWNT, Julie Ertz has been just 'what we needed'
The U.S. team is grateful to have Julie Ertz back, as she has been essential during the group stage filling the role of the injured Becky Sa... JULY 29, 2023