You just have to see how cute the latest Matildas squad announcement is
The Matildas squad announcement today will have quashed any thoughts that you’ve seen it all in terms of football teams publishing those who’ve made the cut, with Katrina Gorry’s daughter Harper taking centre stage in a video on their official social media account. “We asked a special friend to help us announce our #Paris2024 Round 3 Olympic Qualifiers squad #Matildas …
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World’s Most Marketable Athletes: The Soaring Marketability of Women’s Sports
In the ever-evolving realm of sports marketing, 2023 has brought a significant shift in the landscape, highlighting the growing commercial influence and value of women’s sports. SportsPro’s annual ranking of the world’s 50 Most Marketable Athletes (50MM) has not only crowned Argentine soccer legend Lionel Messi as the most marketable athlete but has also underscored the prominence of female athletes, …
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CPKC Stadium in Kansas City: The First Stadium Built Solely For Pro Women’s Sports
Kansas City, Missouri, is making history with the construction of the first stadium in the world designed exclusively for a women’s professional sports team. Set to debut in spring 2024, this groundbreaking $120 million facility will be home to the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) team, the Kansas City Current. The Kansas City Current’s new stadium marks a transformative moment …
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The Economics of Women’s Sports
Sports have long been regarded as a powerful catalyst for personal growth, character development, and community engagement. For women, participation in sports offers more than just physical activity; it’s a journey that nurtures leadership, teamwork, and resilience. Beyond these remarkable personal benefits, the economic landscape of women’s sports reveals a world of untapped potential. The argument that women’s sports aren’t …
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Spain’s Women’s Football Squad Continues Strike Amid RFEF Changes
The Spanish women’s national football team, including 21 of the World Cup-winning squad, has issued an ultimatum to the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) regarding much-needed reforms. This action follows the resignation of Luis Rubiales, who faced criticism for his behavior during the World Cup final. Last month, 81 players, including the entire World Cup squad, declared they wouldn’t play …
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The Biggest Player-Led Climate Action Initiative In Football History
The 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup was full of surprises and action, making it one of the most memorable World Cups. In a groundbreaking move leading up to the global tournament, 44 Women’s World Cup players pledged to take climate action to offset the carbon emissions associated with their travel to and from Australia and New Zealand for the tournament. …
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Jenni Hermoso Files Legal Complaint Against Luis Rubiales
Photo by: @jennihermoso on Instagram Spanish forward Jenni Hermoso has filed a legal complaint against suspended RFEF President Luis Rubiales, according to a source at Spain’s public prosecutors office. A number of media outlets in Spain have reported that the office had received the accusation on Tuesday, 5 September. https://twitter.com/womenstransfer/status/1699418649604305000?s=20 Rubiales is currently suspended from the RFEF due to kissing …
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Spain appoints first-ever female head coach, Montse Tome
The Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has ushered in a new era for its senior women’s soccer team with the appointment of Montse Tome as the head coach. Montse Tome’s appointment is historic as she becomes the first woman to hold the head coach role for the Spanish women’s national soccer team. The decision came just hours before Tome’s appointment, marking …
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RFEF Interim President Issues Public Apology For Luis Rubiales’ Actions, Fires Coach After Controversy
Gina Bagnulo The Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has released a statement apologising for the actions of ex- RFEF President, Luis Rubiales, following the meeting held between the president and senior club employees today. Pedro Rocha, the RFEF Interim President, penned a two-page apology letter on behalf of the RFEF, stating that “The RFEF wants to convey to society as a …
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Mary Earps To Join Katie McCabe’s Arsenal?
Silly season in the transfer window continues to buzz as new reports indicate that Arsenal are poised to launch a second bid for Manchester United and England star goalkeeper, Mary Earps. The 30-year-old, who gained widespread recognition for her standout performances during this summer’s FIFA Women’s World Cup, has emerged as a hot commodity, with her services between the posts …
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