Football

Philippines stun NZ for historic first WC win
Philippines’ goalkeeper #01 Olivia McDaniel (3L) celebrates with teammates after winning against New Zealand in their Australia and New Zealand 2023 Women’s World Cup Group A football match at Wellington Stadium on Tuesday. Photo: AFP

Philippines stun NZ for historic first WC win

The Philippines claimed a historic first World Cup win on Tuesday as they stunned co-hosts New Zealand 1-0 thanks to a first-half Sarina Bolden header.New Zealand created a string ...

 Jul. 25
Borges hat-trick sees Brazil thrash Panama
Bia Zaneratto (2nd L) of Brazil celebrates with teammates after scoring her team’s third goal during the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 Group F match between Brazil and Panama at Adelaide on Monday. Photo: FIFA

Borges hat-trick sees Brazil thrash Panama

Ary Borges hit the first hat-trick of this Women's World Cup as Brazil crushed debutants Panama 4-0 in a scintillating opening to their campaign on Monday.Far tougher challenges lie ahead -- they face France next -- but this was an impressive start for a Brazil side who have ...

 Jul. 24

Popp doubles down as Germany maul Morocco 6-0

Popp doubles down as Germany maul Morocco 6-0 Talismanic captain Alexandra Popp scored a brace as Germany launched their bid for a third Women's World Cup title with a 6-0 demolition of debutants Morocco on Monday.In the t...

Jul. 24

Women’s World Cup never been tougher, warns Germany coach

Women’s World Cup never been tougher, warns Germany coach Germany coach Martina Voss-Tecklenburg warned Sunday that women's football has never been more competitive as her side chase a third World Cup title.The Germans are one of the ...

Jul. 23