Spanish women footballers' union blasts 'machismo and sexism,' demands action after World Cup kiss controversy
The union representing Spain's women soccer players has called for the country's football federation chief to be punished for kissing star player Jennifer Hermoso on the lips following the team's World Cup victory, as it vowed to fight back against "machismo and sexism."
2023-08-24 15:48
Fireworks on and off the pitch as FIFA prepares for women's football to 'explode'
A final roar of triumph shook Sydney's Stadium Australia as fans wearing red and gold punched the air, danced in flags and cried "España!" at the end of a Women's World Cup that FIFA claims is its most successful yet.
2023-08-22 11:25
World Cup hero Carmona learns of father's death after firing Spain to victory
Within the span of hours this weekend, Spain's Women's World Cup hero Olga Carmona experienced a career high and a deep loss, the latter of which was kept from her so she could focus on Sunday's final.
2023-08-21 11:46
First Nations soccer advisers threaten to quit if the Women's World Cup doesn't free more funding
Before every Women's World Cup game in Australia and New Zealand, the rhythmic tones of ancient songs rumble across the stadium to give thanks to the lands' traditional owners.
2023-08-19 06:15
NBA star James Harden sells out 10,000 bottles of wine in seconds on Chinese livestream
NBA star James Harden expressed disbelief after Chinese fans snapped up 10,000 bottles of his own-branded wine in seconds, demonstrating the massive reach of livestreaming in the country, where basketball is loved by millions.
2023-08-17 12:59
Australia dared to dream of World Cup glory, then it all slipped away
A long, emotional day for Australian soccer fans turned into an even longer trip home when severe delays stranded thousands on train platforms at Stadium Australia after the nation's disappointing 3-1 loss to England in the World Cup semifinal.
2023-08-17 04:22
Jacinda Arden says she teared up watching New Zealand play at Women's World Cup
New Zealand's former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was moved to tears by the country's women's soccer team at this year's World Cup.
2023-08-16 14:52
Australia dares to dream of World Cup win as Matildas mania sweeps the country
Two matches stand between Australia and an historic Women's World Cup win and the nation, perhaps prematurely, is debating the pros and cons of a national holiday versus a ticker tape parade for their winning side.
2023-08-16 05:16
Harry Kane makes Bayern Munich debut in 3-0 German Super Cup loss
England's Harry Kane has made his official Bayern Munich debut, coming on as a substitute in the club's crushing 3-0 defeat to German Cup winners RB Leipzig in the Super Cup final in Munich on Saturday.
2023-08-13 09:50
Lauren James receives two-game suspension in tough blow to England ahead of quarterfinals
One of England's key players will miss the quarterfinals of the Women's World Cup -- and the semifinals if they advance -- a tough blow as the Lionesses hope to make a run for the trophy.
2023-08-11 12:46
First Australia embraced Barbie, then came new heroes in cleats
Less than a month ago, Australian cinemas were packed with Barbie fans wearing pink in honor of Margot Robbie, the local "Neighbours" actor turned Hollywood megastar.
2023-08-11 10:47
Ecuador presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio assassinated at campaign event
An opposition candidate in Ecuador's upcoming presidential election, Fernando Villavicencio, was assassinated at a campaign event Wednesday, Ecuador's President Guillermo Lasso confirmed on X, formerly Twitter.
2023-08-10 09:16