women's world cup
The two-time defending champions kicked off the Women’s World Cup with a 3-0 victory over tournament first-timers Vietnam on Saturday.
The United States begins its journey to a record third consecutive Women’s World Cup title with the same confidence it had in winning the last two tournaments.
Maori, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags will be prominently displayed throughout the tournament, in a rare departure from FIFA's strict rules.
Chiamaka Nnadozie spectacularly denied Canadian great Christine Sinclair for underdog Nigeria.
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Title IX, the depth of the American team’s talent pool and heavy recruitment by Philippines officials in recent years are all contributing factors.
New Zealand made soccer history, and players and fans celebrated accordingly.
The moment stressed the cultural roots of tournament co-hosts New Zealand and Australia, along with international unity.
The FIFA Women's World Cup begins in Australia and New Zealand, with 32 teams vying for the trophy.
A gunman killed two people before he died Thursday in Auckland, where the Women's World Cup is set to begin Thursday.
The opener in Auckland is expected to have the biggest crowd for a soccer match in the country's history.