ACL injuries keeping players from across the globe out of Women's World Cup
Some of the biggest names in the game won't be playing in the Women's World Cup because of what feels like an epidemic of ACL injuries — and players are asking why.
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Zambia goalkeeper Nali ruled out of World Cup with knee injury
Zambia's starting goalkeeper Hazel Nali will not play in the Women's World Cup due to serious knee ligament injuries, her national team said on Wednesday.
Rapinoe: My retirement will help USWNT focus at World Cup - ESPN
Megan Rapinoe said her decision to announce her retirement before the Women's World Cup will help the United States better focus on its attempt to win a third world title.
Father of Bok captain Eben Etzebeth dies
The Springboks will be playing their first Test against the All Blacks in New Zealand in four years under a dark cloud after the passing away of Springbok captain Eben Etzebeth's father Harry on Tuesday night.
Australia captain Kerr hopes to deliver iconic moment at home World Cup
MELBOURNE : Sam Kerr was a spellbound seven-year-old when she watched Indigenous Australian Cathy Freeman inspire a nation with an electrifying run for the 400m gold at the Sydney Olympics.
South Africa seek set-piece dominance against All Blacks
South Africa are braced for the "ultimate test" and will focus on establishing set-piece dominance to create opportunities for their dazzling backs when they face New Zealand in the Rugby Championship in Auckland on Saturday.
Expanded World Cup will be the best one yet, says US forward Morgan
U.S. striker Alex Morgan expects the upcoming Women's World Cup to be the "best one yet", with the increase in the number of teams to 32 from 24 improving competitiveness and boosting viewing figures.
All Blacks prop Laulala to join French champions Toulouse
New Zealand tight-head prop Nepo Laulala will join Toulouse next season, the French Top 14 champions said on Tuesday.