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Chelsea forward becomes Australia’s all-time leading goalscorer

Red-hot Chelsea striker Sam Kerr has broken Tim Cahill’s all-time record of 50 goals for Australia. The 28-year old moved to 54 goals as she netted give times in Australi’s 18-0 win over Indonesia in the Women’s Asian Cup. Here’s more on the story: https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/60084288 Source: BBC.com  

Coach Ciara Picco leaves JVW FC

The 2021/22 season of the Hollywoodbets Super League is upon us, and several teams have started making their way back to pre-season training . Many sides will no doubt have different personnel for various reasons. Last year’s debutants in the women’s league, JWV FC, is one such club. They have lost the services of long-time […]

Nadia Nadim’s incredible football journey

Afghanistan-born Nadia Nadim has seen a lot in her life. Her father was executed and her family fled to Denmark where she became not just a football sensation but also a qualified medical doctor. Here’s her story: https://www.givemesport.com/1823049-nadia-nadim-continues-to-show-shes-an-incredible-role-model-by-becoming-a-qualified-doctor Source: GiveMeSport

Linda Motlhalo extends her Sweden stay

Banyana Banyana midfielder Linda Motlhalo has extended her stay in Sweden after signing a two year contract with Djurgarden IF. The former South African U20 captain joined the side two years ago after spells in the USA (Houston Dash) and China (Beijing BG Phoenix FC). “I am very happy that I have signed a new […]

Putellas: I never imagined I’d reach this level

Alexia Putellas never imaged herself reaching such dizzying heights in her chosen career. The Barcelona and Spain midfielder is on top of the world after she was named The Best FIFA Women’s Player. This comes after some outstanding performance in 2021 for both club and country. For more on the story: https://www.fifa.com/the-best-fifa-football-awards/news/putellas-the-best-interview-i-never-imagined-i-would-reach-this-level Source: FIFA.com

Barcelona vs Real Madrid: Women’s El Clasico on track to make history

Women’s football is on the rise! And that this a fact! The game is on track to make history after the March 30 European Women’s Champions League fixture between Barcelona and Real Madrid women sold out 85-thousand tickets. The clash will take place the Nou Camp, the biggest football stadium in Europe. For more on […]

Endler crowned Best FIFA Women’s Goalkeeper

Chile and Lyon goalkeeper Christiane Endler has been named the Best FIFA Women’s Goalkeeper. She beat off a strong challenge of Canada and Paris Saint-Germain’s Stephanie Labbé and Chelsea goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger for the award. For more on the story: https://www.tsn.ca/christian-endler-chile-stephanie-labbe-canada-canwnt-fifa-awards-paris-saint-germain-1.1746854 Source: TSN.ca  

FIFA recognizes Christine Sinclair for record goal-scoring

The world governing body of soccer honoured Canada captain Christine Sinclair on Monday for her record goal-scoring. FIFA presented the 38-year-old from Burnaby, B.C., the world’s all-time leading scorer, with the Best FIFA Special Award for Women’s Football during its awards gala in Zurich. For more on the story: https://www.cbc.ca/sports/soccer/christine-sinclair-fifa-awards-gala-1.6318040 Source: Neil Davidson (The Canadian […]

Chelsea boss Emma Hayes is the Women’s Coach of the Year

Chelsea has made a clean sweep in the coaching department when it comes to awards. This after Emma Hayes was crowned the Best FIFA Women’s Coach of the Year. The men’s senior team coach, Thomas Tuchel took the men’s award to match the achievement of Hayes. The 45-year old Hayes claimed back-to-back WSL titles with […]

Alexia Putellas wins top FIFA women’s player award

Barcelona’s Alexia Putellas has been named the Best Fifa Women’s Player of the Year. Spain midfielder Putellas, 27, now holds both of the highest individual awards in world football, having won the Ballon d’Or in November. She helped Barcelona win a domestic double as well as their first ever Women’s Champions League last season. Hayes […]