Portland Thorns and USWNT star Olivia Moultrie out for season with ACL injury

20-year-old injured right knee during Thorns trainingMidfielder had five goals and five assists this seasonMoultrie likely to miss Concacaf W...
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Chelsea face Real Sociedad in WCL third qualifying round with riches at stake

WSL team will be favourites against Spanish sideFinancial implications of missing out are significantChelsea will face Real Sociedad in the Women's...
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Jordan Nobbs ready to wrap wishlist with Newcastle WSL dream: ‘It would be job done'

Former England midfielder keen for north-east to thriveNewcastle have made ambitious signings this summerJordan Nobbs says winning promotion to the...
THE GUARDIAN Aug 10

Alexia Putellas: ‘I'm hungry to win, to fight with my teammates for victory'

London City Lionesses' headline signing talks expectations, the lure of playing in England and the prospect of being kicked by her former...
THE GUARDIAN Aug 9

Lucy Bronze backs Uefa's stance on boycotting Fifa for ‘good of the game'

Chelsea defender speaking in Auckland before friendlySeptember's Under-20 Women's World Cup under threatLucy Bronze has backed Uefa's stance on...
THE GUARDIAN Aug 7

Afcon's biennial switch cost African governing body deal worth more than $1bn

Change to four-year cycle led to abandonment of 2025 bidCaf has not had long-term financial deal since 2019A deal worth at least $1bn in secured...
THE GUARDIAN Aug 7

Two Iranian female footballers granted Australian citizenship after protest

Iran players stayed in country after Asian Cup in MarchDuo condemned as traitors in Iran for not singing anthemTwo former Iranian footballers said...
THE GUARDIAN Aug 6

Practical Magic review – Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock's 90s witchy fantasy still enchants

Preceding a long-awaited sequel, Griffin Dunne's supernatural suburban romance gets a big-screen rerelease. With its romcom quirk, buttery...
THE GUARDIAN Aug 6

Women’s FA Cup fever grips Wokingham and Reading

The magic of the Adobe Women's FA Cup is back.
WOKINGHAM Aug 6

Alessia Russo: ‘When you join the club, you take on a part of Arsenal and the love'

The honorary Gooner's game went up a level last season. Now, the forward wants to push on for more trophies, starting with the WSLArms hooked over...
THE GUARDIAN Aug 6

‘I want the world to know my sister's name': friends and families of 17 aid workers killed in 2006 Muttur massacre demand justice

Twenty years on, no one has been held accountable for the brutal killings of young Tamils working for a French NGO in Sri LankaBy the time their...
THE GUARDIAN Aug 6

Players hit out at A-Leagues' conduct over pay offer: ‘Continues to erode trust'

Latest deal taken to media just hours after it was sent to PFAStill no agreement in place two months before season startsA-League officials have...
THE GUARDIAN Aug 5

NWSL sets plans for early start, summer break next season to account for 2027 World Cup

Opening day is 11 February, in line with LA Super BowlWorld Cup, MLS shift offer opportunities and challengesLeague explores options after Victory+...
THE GUARDIAN Aug 5

Continuity, chaos and Rodman: How Washington Spirit are thriving in NWSL

International talent and one of league's most marketable players to fore as league approaches business endThe National Women's Soccer League (NWSL)...
THE GUARDIAN Aug 5

Barcelona sign Brazil forward Kerolin from Manchester City for club-record £1.25m

Transfer fee largest sum received for a sale by WSL sideSigning eclipses Olivia Smith's £1m move to ArsenalBarcelona have signed the Brazil forward...
THE GUARDIAN Aug 4

Charlton up for sale again as US owners look to cash in after three years

Owners led by Gabriel Brener paid £15m in 2023Buyer would be the club's fifth owner in six yearsCharlton's US owners have put the club up for sale...
THE GUARDIAN Aug 3

Marc Skinner may have been a Marmite manager but Manchester United's budget was spread thin | Tom Garry

He divided opinion but made the most of a small budget – his successor must work with youngsters not big signings“If we want to compete at this...
THE GUARDIAN Aug 3

Manchester United Women head coach Marc Skinner leaves role after five years

United were fourth in WSL last season, missing Europe‘Marc leaves having made a significant contribution'The Manchester United head coach Marc...
THE GUARDIAN Aug 3

Women's football continues to be used as a pawn in Gianni Infantino's Fifa tenure | Suzanne Wrack

With youth and senior qualifiers on the horizon, Fifa's aborted plan to sell stakes in its major tournaments would have heavily impacted the...
THE GUARDIAN Aug 1

Ted Lasso to Monsters of God: the seven best shows to stream this week

Jason Sudeikis' football coach turns his hand to the women's game. Plus, a wild new documentary from the maker of Tiger King – about exotic animal...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 31

WSL fixtures: London City Lionesses open 2026-27 season against Manchester United

Big-spending club kick off season on Friday 4 SeptemberChampions Manchester City begin against BirminghamThose desperate to see what London City...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 30

WSL bring back Sunday evening kick-offs after indifferent viewing figures

Move part of an overhaul of its broadcast strategySunday evening games were dropped last seasonThe Women's Super League will bring back Sunday...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 29

Uefa calls emergency meeting as opposition to Fifa plan hardens

55 members to meet on Thursday to coordinate response‘Uefa knows there is significant and growing opposition'Uefa has called an emergency meeting...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 29

Awakening giants: Dortmund add stardust to their rise through leagues

Manuela Zinsberger and Alexandra Popp have made surprise moves to third-tier club looking to join eliteLocated in Austria during a pre-season...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 29

Fifa accused of ‘crossing a line' over $20bn plan to sell World Cup commercial rights

World governing body set to raise millions from ventureUefa hits out at sale of football ‘soul and governance' Fifa has announced plans to sell a...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 28

‘Where has that time gone?': first Women's Open champion Jenny Lee Smith on 1976 glory, Kevin Keegan and finding her secret twin

As she heads to Royal Lytham as a guest of the R&A for Thursday's start of the Women's Open, the inaugural winner looks backGolf commitments in the...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 28

2026/27 home kit launched ahead of Newport trip

Home kit officially launched today! The new home kit is here, with the 2026/27 League One campaign just around the corner! Our traditional hoops...
READINGFC.CO.UK Jul 28

Trial to be introduced in bid to prevent goalkeeper tactical time-outs

Measures planned to run throughout 2026-27 seasonIfab yet to give permission for proposed rule changeEnglish football will introduce a trial this...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 27

Spurs' plans for new training facility in London park blocked by high court

Judge quashes Enfield council's decision to grant planning permission for new women and girls' football academyA council's decision to allow...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 27

Why Tottenham Women have provided distraction from the gloom of watching men's team | Mark Burton

A growing connection with fans has helped make the women's team by far the most enjoyable part of supporting SpursThe exciting football played by...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 27

Leicester In Full Preperation, Transfers, Training and More, Man Utd, Chelsea and Everton in the Mix

Embed from Getty Images The women’s team is preparing for the new season. Alisha Lehman is expected to play a key role in the rebuild, and...
FILBERT WAY Jul 26

The Talk, The Walk and Everything In Between, Who Says Leicester City FC Is Up for Sale?

Embed from Getty Images The football club’s financial situation has been troubled since 2021, fluctuating between losses and profits based on...
FILBERT WAY Jul 25

Missing a major football tournament? Fear not, Wafcon 2026 is about to start

The Women's Africa Cup of Nations starts in Morocco on Sunday, with Cape Verde and Egypt looking to continue feelgood factor from the men's World...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 25

From Popp to Diani: 10 women's transfers you may have missed during the men's World Cup

Sam Kerr's and Alexia Putellas's moves were hard to miss but these transfers may have escaped your attentionThere were a host of big women's...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 23

A host of issues: World Cup focus turns to Morocco with costs and legacy topping agenda

With just over 1,400 days to go until 2030 kicks off, the co-hosts are facing a series of challenges familiar to their South African...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 22

Putellas, Batlle, and León are gone: what will be left of Barcelona after latest exodus?

The European champions' squad is falling apart … because of the men's team's struggles with financial fair playThe joy of lifting all four trophies...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 22

Select Car Leasing extend long-term partnership with Reading Football Club

Reading Football Club are delighted to confirm that Select Car Leasing will continue as a Principal Partner of the club ahead of the 2026/27...
READINGFC.CO.UK Jul 21

Welsh international Charlie Estcourt joins Fulham FC Women

Fulham FC Women are delighted to announce the signing of Welsh international Charlie Estcourt.  The experienced midfielder arrives from Portsmouth,...
FULHAM FC OFFICIAL SITE Jul 18

Forward Seals Everton Return

Everton have signed Wales international forward Hannah Cain following the expiry of her contract with Leicester City. The 27-year-old returns to...
EVERTON FC OFFICIAL SITE Jul 16

Stars, stakes and still some controversy: Gotham's record-setting night sums up state of NWSL

The Queens Classic – Kerr's return, Lavelle's stunner, wildfire smoke and all in between – shows how far the league has come and also where it can...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 16

Argentina fans flood the streets of Buenos Aires to celebrate win over England – video

Tens of thousands of football fans have flooded the streets of Argentina's capital in a collective eruption of joy over their team's 2-1 victory...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 16

How are London City Lionesses able to embark on such a transfer spree?

Many are in awe of the investment that Michele Kang is making into the women's game. Others, though, are baffledThere is one team whose transfer...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 15

Love and hate collide: England v Argentina is not simply a grudge match | Jonathan Liew

Look beyond the flashpoints and flare-ups and perhaps this is the greatest and most romantic of footballing rivalriesIt's about the ball, right up...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 15

US women to play No 1 ranked Spain in two October friendlies

Matches will take place on 10 and 13 OctoberWashington DC and Chester, Pennsylvania to hostThe top two teams in women's soccer will meet in a pair...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 13

‘We know fans bleed for the jersey': how Norway used fierce football rivalries to get more blood donors

When the Norwegian Red Cross desperately needed to find more donors, it decided to harness the competitive nature of football fansIn 2023, the...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 11

London City Lionesses confirm signing of Spanish superstar Alexia Putellas

Two-time Ballon d'Or winner joins on a free transferMary Earps and Nicole Anyomi also new recruitsLondon City Lionesses have announced the signing...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 8

What does Sam Kerr's return to the NWSL mean for the league, Gotham FC and the player herself?

The Australian superstar returns to the US after a seven-year absence – and will find a vastly changed landscapeWhen Sam Kerr last played for the...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 8

Maddy Cusack and players were let down by Sheffield United, inquest told

Former general manager says players ‘deserved better'Coach Morgan says he did not raise concerns with HRSheffield United let Maddy Cusack down and...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 7

Concerns raised about Jonathan Morgan prior to Maddy Cusack's death, inquest told

Former Sheffield United player Nina Wilson ‘tried to escalate concerns'Morgan to give evidence to inquest on MondayThe former Sheffield United...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 3

Norway have finally lived up to World Cup billing – a reunion with Brazil is perfect timing | Lars Sivertsen

Ståle Solbakken's side have surpassed previous golden generation as they prepare to meet team they beat in 1998For a country of 5.6 million people,...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 3

Georgia Stanway targets trophies after sealing ‘unbelievable' move to Arsenal

Stanway back in WSL after stint at Bayern Munich‘This is a massive club' says England midfielderGeorgia Stanway has outlined her desire to win...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 3

Maddy Cusack was fearful of reporting her concerns, mother tells inquest

Sheffield Utd player ‘felt she couldn't speak' to hierarchy Coroner told of serious loss of club's medical dataThe mother of Maddy Cusack told an...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 2

Record-breaker Layla Drury signs first professional deal with Manchester United

17-year-old youngest ever to be given professional dealShe switched allegiance from Wales to England this yearManchester United Women's youngest...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 2

Former physio tells Maddy Cusack inquest Sheffield United were struggling to support women's team

Francesca Carr says move to full-time status felt ‘rushed'Cusack was found dead at her home in September 2023Sheffield United did not have...
THE GUARDIAN Jul 1

Forest Green Rovers scrap women's team to ‘concentrate resources' on men's side

Men's team relegated to National League in 2024Club hope women's football will return in futureForest Green Rovers have disbanded their women's...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 30

NWSL all-time record goalscorer Sam Kerr confirms league return by joining Gotham

Australia captain back in US league after leaving in November 2019Striker won 11 major trophies in spell at ChelseaSam Kerr is joining Gotham FC in...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 29

Why did the BBC hire Ashley Cain? Because it has a warped idea of what young men want | Rohan Sathyamoorthy

The forefronting of macho personas like Cain's is cynical, and misses the reality of my generation's experiencesBBC was aware of concerns over...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 29

Time Running Out To Vote In Everton FAB Election

EVERTON FC OFFICIAL SITE Jun 26

‘A beauty pageant in athletic form': how cheerleading show America's Sweethearts became a Netflix megahit

The film-makers and stars of the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders docu-series explain the sisterhood and fights for fair pay behind the pompomsIt's been...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 26

Wimbledon to stay free-to-air until at least 2033 after new deal with BBC

All England Club agrees six-year extensionBBC first covered tournament in 1927Wimbledon will remain on free-to-air television until at least 2033...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 25

Chris and Martina: The Final Set review – tennis titans discuss their deep bond and intense rivalry

Now supporting each other through cancer treatment, Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova trace the ups and downs of their decades-long relationship...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 25

Lazio Women to pay compensation after landmark Cas pregnancy discrimination ruling

Maja Göthberg lost contract after disclosing pregnancyFirst successful Cas case under Fifa maternity regulationsLazio Women unlawfully ended the...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 24

WSL and WSL2 fans can drink alcohol in stands next season after successful trial

Leagues' regulations altered after positive test periodClubs will not be obliged to offer option to supportersWomen's Super League and WSL2 clubs...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 22

Ueda inspires Japan to humble Tunisia in landmark World Cup match

Brace from Ueda plus goals to Kamada and Ito seal Tunisia's and new coach Hervé Renard's fatePerhaps the manager wasn't the problem after all....
THE GUARDIAN Jun 21

Good food, good genes and good luck: how top athletes are competing in their 40s

Serena Williams, Lewis Hamilton and Cristiano Ronaldo are among the stars benefiting from advances in sports science, equipment and facilitiesWhen...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 20

Everton Fan Advisory Board Election Opens – Vote Now

EVERTON FC OFFICIAL SITE Jun 19

‘People think I've vanished': Mary Earps on signing for London City and feeling forgotten

Former England goalkeeper discusses why it was time to leave Paris, the lure of her new club and when she will know it is time to stopWhen Mary...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 19

Women's World Cup playoffs: England land Greece, Scotland get Czechia in first round

England to play Ukraine or Slovakia if they beat GreeceScotland probably face Sweden if they win first gameEngland will need to overcome Greece and...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 18

OL Lyonnes and Scotland's Caroline Weir: ‘I would love to be competing for the Champions League'

Midfielder is hopeful for trophy-laden spell after bidding farewell to Madrid and challenges Scotland to qualify for the 2027 Women's World Cup in...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 18

The Tilehurst End Podcast Episode 462: In The Pocket

Ben and Ross discuss recent developments in RG2, including the letter to season-ticket holders from Rob Couhig and the re-signing of Andy Rinomhota...
SBNATION.COM Jun 18

‘The night before I dreamt about my ACL': Everton's Aurora Galli on the long way back from injury

This week's newsletter spends a day with the Italy midfielder as she continues to battle her way back to a peak physical condition“It was accepting...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 17

The Tilehurst End Podcast: Emma Hopkins Interview

Peter and Ross interview Emma Hopkins in a special episode of the women’s update! With the wonderful news that the women’s team will be returning...
SBNATION.COM Jun 17

Investigations Into Reading Women's Homecoming

On Thursday June 11, two hours before a ball was kicked in the World Cup, it was announced that Reading Women were to return under the club...
SBNATION.COM Jun 17

Kretinsky set to become West Ham‘s biggest shareholder and addresses Sullivan allegations

Czech billionaire to increase his stake from 27% to 43%Kretinsky and Gold ‘deeply concerned' by revelationsDaniel Kretinsky, the owner of Royal...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 13

Palestinian American woman held without charge by Israeli military

Soldiers arrested university student Sama Safi, 20, along with members of Palestinian women's national soccer teamA 20-year-old Palestinian...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 13

Former West Ham director removed from inquiry into David Sullivan

Tara Warren is recused from Independent Football Regulator investigation of allegations of sexual misconductA non-executive of the Independent...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 12

Beth Mead describes moving to Manchester City as a ‘no-brainer'

Forward signs three-year deal with WSL champions‘The way City plays suits me really well' says 31-year-oldBeth Mead believes Manchester City's...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 12

West Ham women's team not told of David Sullivan's restricted access to them

Sources say it would have breached regulations to tell WSL or team details of safeguarding investigation into SullivanNeither the Women's Super...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 11

‘We feel betrayed': 52 clubs demand vote on plans for WSL academy sides to join third tier

National League sides write to FA as backlash intensifiesPlans viewed as ‘a disaster waiting to happen'An alliance of 52 Women's National League...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 11

Mexico hoping football emerges from the chaos surrounding World Cup

It may just be time to forget the sullied buildup and enjoy the tournament although co-hosts are not optimisticIt has been difficult to go anywhere...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 11

Afternoon Update: Former MP calls Aukus ‘ludicrous'; PM doubts One Nation donations; and the country pub with a Socceroos history

Want to get this in your inbox every weekday? Sign up for the Afternoon Update here, and start your day with our Morning Mail newsletterGood...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 11

Exciting transfer window will only exacerbate women's football's wealth gap

Alexis Putellas leads a host of stars expected to arrive in the WSL but smaller clubs will still struggle to keep paceThe whistle has blown on the...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 10

David Sullivan's contact with West Ham women's and youth teams restricted since 2023

‘Temporary agreement' in place since Football Association safeguarding investigation began three years agoDavid Sullivan has faced restrictions on...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 10

USA women edge Brazil as Wilson sparks winner in fiery friendly

Wilson sparks winner as US beat Brazil 1-0Brazil finish with nine after two late redsDickey earns ninth international clean sheetSophia Wilson was...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 10

Predator: The Billionaire Football Boss review – truly skin-crawling television

This bleak investigation into allegations against the former West Ham owner and porn baron David Sullivan is incredibly valuable. It needs to spark...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 9

Football regulator could force David Sullivan to sell West Ham stake

Former pornographer, who owns 38.8% of club, has been accused of sexually exploitative and predatory behaviourThe football regulator could force...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 9

WSL2 side Durham warn they will ‘cease operations' without cash injection in 21 days

‘Do not have sufficient funds to operate in 26-27 season'Talks with potential investors ‘have fallen away'Durham, the Women's Super League 2 side,...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 8

Ofcom warns social media firms over online abuse during World Cup

Regulator will monitor measures taken by companies‘Spikes have often targeted Black and minority ethnic players'Ofcom has written to social media...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 8

Lauren Hemp confident Lionesses will bounce back from Spain hammering

European champions beaten 4-0 in Mallorca on FridayHemp: ‘As a group, we've come together and stuck together'Lauren Hemp says the England squad are...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 8

Huge boost for WSL as Alexia Putellas agrees personal terms with London City

Spanish great moving to England after 14 years at Barça She has been impressed by vision of Michele Kang's clubAlexia Putellas has agreed personal...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 8
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