Road to Afcon: Broos names preliminary Bafana squad for Namibia, DR Congo friendlies
Bafana Bafana head coach Hugo Broos has named a 36-man preliminary squad for international friendlies against Namibia and DR Congo next month.
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Women's World Cup was great success in all kinds of ways, but the work isn't over
It is fair to say that the FIFA Women's World Cup was an astounding success.
Angry reaction after Spanish football leader kissed a Women’s World Cup star on the mouth
The Spanish government and the world players’ union condemned the behaviour of Luis Rubiales on Monday, a day after Spain’s 1-0 win over England. The soccer federation led by Rubiales sought to downplay the incident through a statement it attributed to the player he kissed, then later released a video in which Rubiales apologized.
Spanish FA president Luis Rubiales apologizes for Jenni Hermoso kiss that caused outrage
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Tense TV negotiations give way to record viewership for World Cup
NEW YORK: Negotiations over television broadcast rights for the Women's World Cup that nearly led to the tournament being blacked out in key countries, gave way to record viewership in the end, as soccer powerhouses Spain and England clashed in a finale that capped a tournament of thrills.
Watch: Lionel Messi Wins Heart Of Fans With Viral Gesture Towards Former Inter Miami Captain
After leading his country to its third FIFA World Cup title last year, Lionel Messi shone again for Inter Miami, finding the net in a tense penalty shootout against Nashville SC and helping his team clinch its maiden Leagues Cup title. While his performance made him the cynosure of all eyes on the match day, his kind gesture towards the former Inter Miami captain and his current teammate DeAndre Yedlin gave the fans just another moment to praise his greatness. Just when the players were walking towards the stage to celebrate their Leagues Cup win with the trophy, Messi handed over his captain's armband to Yedlin. The American right-back said no to it initially but Messi eventually managed to convince him.
Women's World Cup final draws record TV figures in Spain, England
The 2023 Women's World Cup final attracted record television viewing figures for women's football, capping off a tournament which had also drawn a record number of fans at the stadiums.
2023 Women's World Cup upsets show sport's growth, closed gaps - ESPN
SYDNEY — If there's a catchphrase that sums up the 2023 Women's World Cup, it's one you've probably been hearing since the opening round of games: The gap is closing.