Transgender women banned from swim competition, FIFA announces review of gender guidelines

The world swimming governing body ruled to ban transgender women from competing in the women’s category of events on June 20, according to Associated Press AP News.    FIFA announced it will be reviewing its gender guidelines, which may change transgender athletes eligibility to compete. This comes after FINA’s implementation of its “gender inclusion policy” and the suggestion of an …

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WNT equal highest ever FIFA Ranking position

The Republic of Ireland Women’s National Team have jumped up to 27th in the latest FIFA Women’s World Ranking, equalling their highest ever position. The team first reached that position in November 2008 after Noel King guided them to the UEFA Women’s European Championship Play-Offs. Now, Vera Pauw’s team have been elevated three places since the last Rankings update and …

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