“I can only control my own behaviours and I’ve reflected on that”: Emma Hayes comments on clash with Eidevall

Chelsea boss and incoming USWNT coach Emma Hayes admitted to “lessons learned” but offered no apology when questioned about her clash with Arsenal coach Jonas Eidevall at last month’s Women’s League Cup final. Hayes appeared to shove Eidevall after Chelsea’s 1-0 defeat following a touchline altercation involving Chelsea player Erin Cuthbert during the game, and Hayes later accused Eidevall of …

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Emma Hayes clarifies comments on ‘inappropriate’ player-player relationships

Current Chelsea and soon-to-be USWNT coach Emma Hayes has said she regrets calling player-player relationships ‘inappropriate,’ but hasn’t walked back her comments entirely. Her original comments were in response to allegations that Leicester City boss Willie Kirk was involved in a player-coach relationship. Kirk is under investigation. “Player-coach relationships are inappropriate, player-to-player relationships are inappropriate,” Hayes had commented on the …

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Sophie Ingle breaks record with 184th WSL appearance

Wales midfielder Sophie Ingle made her 184th appearance in the WSL for Chelsea on Saturday, breaking the record she had previously tied with Kerys Harrop, former player for Birmingham City and Tottenham. 32-year-old Ingle has won the WSL title four times and the FA Cup three times, as well as the Women’s League Cup. She was made an OBE earlier …

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Emma Hayes Officially Becomes New USWNT Head Coach

It was confirmed yesterday (Tuesday, 14 November) that Emma Hayes will officially take on the role of head coach for the U.S. women’s national team (USWNT). The 47-year-old coach from England will be concluding her tenure as Chelsea’s head coach at the end of the Women’s Super League season in May 2024 before joining the USWNT two months before the …

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Emma Hayes On Chelsea Departure: “This is About Putting First Other Things In My Life And I’m Ready For That”

Legendary Chelsea Women’s manager, Emma Hayes is set to depart from the outstanding side as announced by the club last week. Hayes has served the Blues for 11 years and has undoubtedly contributed to its prominence in the UK Women’s Super League (WSL), coaching some of the world’s most exceptional players such as Australia’s Sam Kerr and England’s Lauren James.  …

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Megan Rapinoe’s career ends in injury as Ali Krieger, Gotham win NWSL title

Legendary USWNT players Megan Rapinoe and Ali Krieger were both playing the final games of their careers last night in one last chance to win a trophy, but faced very different outcomes. Krieger helped Gotham FC, who finished last in the NWSL in 2022, to their first title in what she called “the perfect ending.” But Rapinoe suffered a non-contact …

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Emma Hayes to depart Chelsea, set for USWNT top role

Legendary Chelsea manager Emma Hayes will depart at the end of the season, the team confirmed Saturday. Anonymous sources confirmed to ESPN that Hayes is set to take the lead role at the U.S. Women’s National Team, with a record salary for the women’s game. Making her salary equal to men’s coach Gregg Berhalter is reportedly to be discussed at …

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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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US loses to Sweden on penalties in earliest-ever World Cup exit

Dreams of a historic three-peat disappeared this morning as the US crashed out of the World Cup in the Round of 16 after losing 5-4 on penalties in their earliest-ever exit. The day almost went another way, as the US played their best game of the tournament so far after disappointing ties with Portugal and the Netherlands, with only a …

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