This will be the moment when everything changed for the Women's World Cup
The Women's World Cup grew up over the past month. Gone are the days of 13-0 blowouts and only a few true contenders. This was the most ente... AUGUST 20, 2023
Spain's World Cup victory will usher in a new blueprint for women's soccer
Spain has the ultimate edge, a style and tactical scheme that has changed the sport and flipped the upper levels of it on its head. AUGUST 20, 2023
For Sam Kerr and Australia, this World Cup was a triumph no matter what
Australia's adventure ride ended with what seems like much optimism for the future. And as their play showed Saturday, Sam Kerr and the Mati... AUGUST 19, 2023
Why history says Women's World Cup final will deliver dramatic encore
The history of the Women's World Cup final is filled with memorable moments and glorious goals, so expect Sunday's match to be a classic. AUGUST 18, 2023
Prince William criticized for not planning to attend Women's World Cup final
The Royal Family is feeling the pressure to send a representative to England's match against Spain in Australia on Sunday. AUGUST 18, 2023
The Rams don't want to admit they're rebuilding. But reality is clear
The Rams are denying this year's team is rebuilding. But with $72 million in dead cap and a roster loaded with rookies, reality is undeniabl... AUGUST 17, 2023
How Spain toughened up and became a serious World Cup contender
Spain has all the talent to win the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup, but its newfound grit could be what gets its golden generation over the hum... AUGUST 17, 2023
England's Mary Earps can cement her place as the game's best goalkeeper
If you could write the ideal script for a player, then Mary Earps' tale might be it: the formerly discarded goalkeeper who won back her spot... AUGUST 17, 2023
Women's World Cup final preview: Why England vs. Spain is the right matchup
Spain vs. England is a battle of historic, eternal, blue-blooded soccer nations, places where the beautiful game isn't a hobby or a pastime... AUGUST 16, 2023
England's aggressive approach with Sam Kerr pays off
This was a plan – England deciding to get tough, physical and relentless toward Australia's all-world superstar forward – and it was a legit... AUGUST 16, 2023
Bengals have been vague about Joe Burrow's calf. But there's no reason for concern yet
Joe Burrow injured his calf weeks ago, and the Bengals have provided very little information. There's no reason to worry about his recovery... AUGUST 15, 2023
How Salma Paralluelo went from track star to Spain's World Cup game-changer
Tilting the field with her speed off the bench, 19-year-old Salma Paralluelo continues to take this World Cup by storm and powered Spain int... AUGUST 15, 2023
Downplay it all they might, Australia and England have a rich sporting rivalry
England and Australia have a long history of battles on the field, but Wednesday's match will be uncharted territory for the rivalry. AUGUST 15, 2023
Someone is destined for a World Cup hero moment
It takes a whole team to win a title but someone from either Spain, England, Australia or Sweden is going to find a unique kind of fate smil... AUGUST 14, 2023
How goalkeeper Zećira Mušović became Sweden's unlikely World Cup hero
Zećira Mušović wasn't the usual starting goalkeeper for her club or country before this World Cup, but she has powered Sweden to the semifin... AUGUST 13, 2023
Spain talking a big game, backing it up with run to World Cup semifinals
Spain is a confident squad that expects to win the World Cup. In Spain itself, though, you could be forgiven for thinking the trophy was alr... AUGUST 13, 2023
Magical Australia keeps finding ways to avoid any World Cup's darkest day
The Matildas are delightfully flawed but truly feisty, and the World Cup co-hosts keep refusing to let their nation's tournament party end. AUGUST 13, 2023
England shows resolve vs. Colombia, will meet Australia in semifinals
If England was rattled by an early deficit to Colombia, it didn't show it and responded with speed, efficiency and a little bit of luck. AUGUST 12, 2023
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