The Brazilian Women’s National Team’s Plane Delivers Political Message
Image Credits: CNN-News 18 “No woman should be forced to cover her head,” and “No man should be hanged for saying this,” read the Brazilian Women’s National Team’s airplane as it landed in Brisbane, Australia, for the Women’s 2023 FIFA World Cup, Tuesday July 4. Brazil landed 20 days before their first match against Panama on July 24, in Adelaide. …
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Witness Ireland’s WNT Make History At The Aviva Stadium
On Saturday, September 23rd, a historic moment will unfold as Ireland’s Women’s National soccer team takes to the field for the first time ever at the renowned Aviva Stadium. The team will face Northern Ireland in the opening game of the 2023-24 UEFA Women’s Nations League. Ireland WNT Manager Vera Pauw said: “It is fantastic to know that our players …
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FAI Welcomes Additional Government Funding For Women And Girls’ Football
The Football Association of Ireland has welcomed the announcement by government of additional funding to support the development of women’s and girls’ football. At a special function at Farmleigh last night, to celebrate the Ireland Women’s National Team ahead of FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023, it was confirmed that up to €500,000 will be earmarked for Grassroots girls’ programmes, adult …
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South African Football Association Has Threatened To Send An Entire New Team To The World Cup
South Africa’s women’s national team, Banyana Banyana, is embroiled in a dispute with the South African Football Association (Safa), and is at risk of not participating in the World Cup. Initially scheduled to play a send-off match against Botswana on Sunday, Banyana Banyana made the decision to boycott the game due to concerns over the poor pitch conditions that could …
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Nigeria Head Coach Highlights Ongoing Issues With Nigeria Football Federation Ahead Of World Cup
Nigeria Women’s team head coach, Randy Waldrum, has expressed his frustration over the team’s inadequate preparation for the World Cup due to a lack of support from the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). The news of Nigeria’s issues with its football governing bodies comes following Canada Football’s announcement that it may need to file for bankruptcy. Both Canada and Nigeria are in …
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Canada Soccer Rocked By The Need To “Consider Filing For Bankruptcy Protection”
Canada Soccer has been facing many internal problems, including financial issues according to the body’s interim general secretary, Jason de Vos. According to de Vos, Canada Soccer may need to consider filing for bankruptcy protection. The news comes as Canada’s women’s team, the reigning Olympic champions, prepare for next month’s World Cup in Australia – Canada will face Ireland, Nigeria …
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Ireland WNT Squad Confirmed For FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023
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June 28, 2023
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The Ireland Women’s National Team squad to compete in FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 has been confirmed. The final squad, consisting of 23 players, will travel to Australia on Friday, July 7 – the day after their final preparation on home soil against France in Tallaght Stadium. The squad selection is subject to change should any injuries occur in advance …
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Vera Pauw Moves World Cup Squad Announcement Forward
Vera Pauw has revealed that the final 23-player World Cup Squad will be announced on Wednesday rather than Thursday, as previously planned. Having had the opportunity to impress during Ireland’s 3-2 victory vs Zambia, players will be hoping they have done enough to have secured a seat on the plane. FT | IRELAND 3-2 ZAMBIA What a win for the …
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Ireland Secure 3-2 Win Against Zambia In Women’s World Cup Preparations
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Jessica Gardiner
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June 23, 2023
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Tallaght Stadium was buzzing Thursday night as 5732 gathered to watch Ireland take on Zambia in an international friendly ahead of the World Cup. Similarly to Ireland, this will also be Zambia’s first World Cup. Zambia was one of the first African nations to introduce women’s football in 1982. After competing at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and winning the COSAFA …
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Taylor Swift, John Cena and more feature in US World Cup Squad announcement
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June 22, 2023
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Defending champions the U.S. have announced their World Cup team in style in a video filled with celebrities, including the Bidens, Taylor Swift, John Cena, and others. After an intro from the President and first lady, each of the 23 celebrities had the honour of introducing one player on the team and wishing them luck. Tina Fey, Blake Lively, Shaquille …
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