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Fraser joins Utah for A-League Women record fee

Wellington Phoenix midfielder Macey Fraser has joined NWSL club the Utah Royals for what the New Zealand club believe is a record A-League Women transfer fee.

3dAAP

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Bournemouth's U.S. owner launches Auckland FC

The A-League's new expansion side will be known simply as Auckland FC, donning an "electric blue" and black kit and with the nickname of the Black Knights.

37dAAP

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Gustavsson: Matildas would have failed if knocked out in group stage

Australia coach Tony Gustavsson is unsure what role Sam Kerr will play against Canada, but admits failure to advance to the knockout stages would be a "failure."

264dJoey Lynch

Soccer

Co-hosts NZ exit World Cup after Swiss draw

New Zealand and Switzerland played out an underwhelming 0-0 stalemate in the Women's World Cup on Sunday, sending the co-hosts out of the tournament on goal difference and the Swiss through to the last 16 as Group A winners.

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From cancer diagnosis to World Cup: Rebekah Stott's remarkable two years

A lot can change in two years, just ask Rebekah Stott. The Football Ferns defender is now on a mission to help others who have experienced a cancer diagnosis, having overcome Hodgkin's lymphoma to make it to a home World Cup, writes Joey Lynch.

265dJoey Lynch

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Women's World Cup goal music: Taylor Swift for USWNT but Gala is No. 1

Taylor Swift will soundtrack every goal scored by the United States at the Women's World Cup, but she isn't the most chosen artist at the tournament.

266dTom Hamilton

FIFA Women's World Cup

Women's World Cup Daily: Historic day for Philippines, South Korea

Philippines landed a win against hosts New Zealand in their first World Cup, while South Korea's 16-year-old Casey Phair made history.

269dESPN

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New Zealand must regain grit after Philippines upset, says coach

Forward Sarina Bolden headed the winner as Philippines spoiled co-hosts New Zealand's party with a stunning 1-0 victory.

269dReuters

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The recipe for Philippines' historic World Cup win? Adventure, a touch of luck and sheer desire

With a sense of adventure, a touch of luck and sheer desire, Philippines now have a maiden FIFA Women's World Cup win to their names.

269dGabriel Tan

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New Zealand WWC team safe after hotel fire

The New Zealand national women's soccer team is safe and accounted for after they had to be temporarily evacuated from their hotel Saturday night due to a fire.

272dJeff Carlisle

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Women's World Cup Daily: New Zealand's historic win, Sam Kerr injured, more

Thursday's World Cup opener was historic one as co-hosts New Zealand picked up their first ever tournament win. Plus: Sam Kerr injured, Spain are ready and Olympic champs Canada are happy flying under the radar.

274dESPN

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Women's World Cup Daily: Everything you need to know ahead of matchday 1

We're less than a day from the start of the 2023 World Cup, and ESPN has it's finger on the pulse in the host nations. Here's what you need to know ahead of the tournament openers Thursday.

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Riise: Norway performance not affected by Auckland shooting

Norway head coach Hege Riise says her side's performance in their 1-0 loss to New Zealand was not affected by the shooting in Auckland.

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How New Zealand made history vs. Norway at the World Cup

Sophie Lawson reacts to New Zealand securing their first ever win at a Women's World Cup with a 1-0 victory vs. Norway.

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History made as referee announces VAR penalty to New Zealand at Women's World Cup

History was made between New Zealand and Norway as a referee announced their VAR decision to the crowd at a major tournament for the first time.

274dDale Johnson

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New Zealand stun Norway in WWC opener

Co-hosts New Zealand kicked off their Women's World Cup campaign with an upset victory over Norway on Thursday.

274dReuters

FIFA Women's World Cup

Why First Nations and Māori culture is central to the Women's World Cup

The 2023 Women's World Cup has been a tournament of firsts, including the concerted effort from the host nations, their federations and FIFA, to celebrate First Nations and Māori culture.

275dMarissa Lordanic

FIFA Women's World Cup

What to know about Australian football ahead of the Women's World Cup

Ahead of the Women's World Cup, here's all you need to know about the wider context of football in Australia.

276dJoey Lynch

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2023 FIFA Women's World Cup team-by-team preview

ESPN previews each of the 32 Women's World Cup teams ahead of a historic tournament. Here's all the in-depth info on the squads set to compete.

276dESPN

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Women's World Cup kit ranking: Which team's jerseys are the best?

The Women's World Cup features jerseys are inspired by natural splendour, ancient art, comic books and even cobblestone pavements. But whose are the best?

276dChris Wright

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From Marta to Matlou: Starting XI of Women's World Cup swan songs

Some legends of the game might be playing in their final World Cup this summer. Here's a look at a potential starting XI of players who could be on their last dance.

280dJ.J. Post

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2023 Women's World Cup rosters in Australia, New Zealand

Here's the complete list of 2023 Women's World Cup rosters as the tournament starts July 20 and runs through August 20 in Australia and New Zealand.

283dESPN

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Indigenous flags to fly at Women's World Cup

Indigenous flags of Australia and New Zealand will be flown at all Women's World Cup games, after FIFA approved a request from Australia and New Zealand football organisations.

288dAAP