Women's World Cup power rankings: England moves up, but Spain stays No. 1
Who are the best teams in this year's Women's World Cup? We rank all 32, with England moving up after its quarterfinal win. AUGUST 12, 2023
Bryce Young isn't a sure thing, because no QB is. But the hype around him is building
From Frank Reich to Aaron Rodgers to new teammates, the football world is raving about Panthers rookie QB Bryce Young. Expectations for the... AUGUST 11, 2023
Salma Paralluelo, a 19-year-old sub, pushes Spain to semis with historic strike
Salma Paralluelo's game-winning strike was the first time a player in her teens had scored in extra-time since the tournament began in 1991... AUGUST 11, 2023
Spain star Aitana Bonmatí has a point to prove
Aitana Bonmati doesn't subscribe to the theory that women's soccer is its own separate entity. To her, excellence is excellence, and excelle... AUGUST 10, 2023
Why Hinata Miyazawa is such an unlikely Golden Boot contender
Hinata Miyazawa isn't a big scorer for her club in Japan's women's league and was the final player cut from the last World Cup roster. And y... AUGUST 10, 2023
Why the spread of women's soccer makes 2027 World Cup bid fascinating
This 2023 tournament is showcasing how women's soccer isn't just deeper but also geographically wider. This spread is good for the game, but... AUGUST 9, 2023
Kadidiatou Diani does it all as France rolls past Morocco, 4-0
The dynamic forward was scorer, provider and all-around instigator for the in-form French attack, which opened up a 3-0 lead within 23 minut... AUGUST 8, 2023
Can England's resilient women's team reverse years of national heartache?
Even after a Lauren James red card, every indication is that England's Women's World Cup Lionesses are unburdened by the historic failings o... AUGUST 8, 2023
England overcomes Lauren James red card to beat Nigeria in penalty shootout
England will play in the Women's World Cup quarterfinal, but its star forward Lauren James won't be available for it after she picked up a r... AUGUST 7, 2023
How USA's fate was sealed by goal-line technology
Had it not been for goal-line technology, the United States would have continued its penalty shootout with Sweden on Sunday. AUGUST 7, 2023
Why USWNT fans should no longer expect to win it all every time
Still a global force, the USWNT faces a new reality as the women's game has gotten stronger: a deep run every four years can't simply be ass... AUGUST 6, 2023
Inside the nail-biting drama of the US-Sweden penalty shootout
The United States had three match points in its World Cup round of 16 clash with Sweden on Sunday. It couldn't capitalize on any of them. AUGUST 6, 2023
USWNT run of dominance over after painfully early World Cup exit
The USWNT played arguably its best match of the World Cup against Sweden, but the four-time champs were still doomed by the problems that pl... AUGUST 6, 2023
Julie Ertz: Sweden loss was 'probably the last game' with USWNT
United States defender Julie Ertz was left in tears as she appeared to retire from international soccer in the wake of the national team's h... AUGUST 6, 2023
Netherlands seals quarters spot thanks to horrendous GK error
The loss of Danielle van de Donk will be a significant blow when the Netherlands takes on Spain on Thursday with a semifinal spot on the lin... AUGUST 6, 2023
The mystery of Sam Kerr: Just how healthy is Australia's star striker?
Australia's subterfuge around star striker Sam Kerr's availability is puzzling, but could it be part of the game plan going into the knockou... AUGUST 5, 2023
Red-hot Japan will face USA-Sweden winner in quarters
Japan has outscored its opponents 14-1 and looks to be a leading contender for the title after becoming the second squad to reach the quarte... AUGUST 5, 2023
Spain's dominant win keeps alive dream match with USWNT
Heading into the tournament many neutrals looked eagerly at the possible permutations of the bracket, hoping for a blockbuster showdown betw... AUGUST 5, 2023
Coach Vlatko Andonovski says U.S. 'performance was crap' vs. Portugal
United States coach Vlatko Andonovski made a frank admission ahead of his team's critical round of 16 clash at the Women's World Cup. AUGUST 5, 2023
Women's World Cup: A sleep expert's guide to preparing for USA matches
The remainder of the Women's World Cup schedule isn't kind to fans in the United States. Here's your guide to preparing for the late-night m... AUGUST 5, 2023
USA, Sweden have built up years of on-field animosity
The United States and Sweden have years of tension that makes their Round of 16 matchup all the more interesting. AUGUST 4, 2023
Does host of World Cup upsets signal a new era for women's soccer?
With several surprise teams advancing to the knockout stage of the World Cup, a new dawn has risen in women's soccer. AUGUST 4, 2023
Sweden captain Caroline Seger unsure about status for USA clash
Caroline Seger didn't train with Sweden on Friday, putting her at risk of missing her team's Round of 16 matchup with the USA, or worse, the... AUGUST 4, 2023
Aura of invincibility gone, USWNT enters Sweden match as underdog
Always the team to beat, the U.S. will be in a new position Sunday against Sweden. Could the Americans benefit from their new underdog role? AUGUST 3, 2023
Young international stars are breaking out at Women's World Cup
The next generation of international soccer stars are emerging at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup. AUGUST 3, 2023