Agenda Sports Megan Rapinoe & US team bow out of World Cup in devastating penalty shootouts Sweden beat US 5-4 on penalties, after Sophia Smith, Kelly O’Hara and Megan Rapinoe failed to score during penalty kicks.
News & Views ‘I didn’t have a female idol, you guys didn’t show female games’: Marta on the persistence from players that progressed women’s football Marta has reflected on the growth of women’s football marking the end of her 20-year career as one of the sport’s all-time best players.
News & Views ‘You sit on the bench…we’ll win for you’: The Matildas rise to the occasion for injured Kerr The Matildas pulled off a comprehensive victory over Olympic champions Canada on Monday night, with an impressive score of 4-0.
Agenda Sports Morocco’s Nouhaila Benzina becomes first person to wear hijab in World Cup match Morocco’s Nouhaila Benzina made history on Sunday when she become the first ever player to wear a hijab in a World Cup match.
News & Views ‘It’s a prerequisite’: Penny Wong calls for international attention on gender equality amid FIFA Women’s World Cup Penny Wong is “deeply concerned” about the lack of attention on gender equality, despite positive reception of the FIFA Women’s World Cup.
News & Views Matildas must beat Canada after shock loss to Nigeria After a shock 3-2 defeat to Nigeria, the Matildas need to win their next game against Canada to keep their World Cup hopes alive.
Agenda Sports Indigenous Football Australia calls on FIFA to back symbolism with financial support Indigenous Football Australia has accused FIFA of a lack of financial support, despite including Indigenous symbolism at the World Cup.
News & Views Nouhaila Benzina: The first woman to play wearing a hijab at the FIFA Women’s World Cup History has been made once more at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, as the first female player wearing a hijab took the field last night.
News & Views The 2023 Women’s World Cup will be the best attended in history, with 1.5 million tickets sold The 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup will be the best attended in history, with ticket sales for the tournament breaking a new record.
Agenda Sports Brazil changes working hours for fans to watch Women’s World Cup The Brazilian government changes work hours in the country to accommodate the national team’s Women’s World Cup games in Oceania.
Agenda Sports Why it’s okay to note the uniquely impressive feats of professional athletes after birth When we look at the sporting prowess of Katrina Gorry, and the incredible effort she’s put in to play in a World Cup, it’s awe inspiring.
News & Views ‘Intense’: Steph Catley’s stunning goal seals Matildas victory Steph Catley stepped in for captain and penalty duties, with Sam Kerr out due to injury. Catley scored the winning goal.
