BBC Women's Football Weekly visits London City Lionesses' media day, featuring Mary Earps' return to the WSL, coach Eder Maestre on club culture, and player interviews on growth and ambitions.
Marta Vieira da Silva, the all-time leading scorer at the FIFA Women's World Cup, first showcased her talent at the U-20 tournament. From a hat-trick in 2002 to six World Cup appearances and six FIFA player of the year awards, her journey is a testament to enduring excellence.
Australian women's footballers are flourishing in England's Women's Super League, with 13 players across eight clubs, while the men's Premier League has only one Australian. Experts point to the growth of the A-League and the WSL's expanded structure as key factors.
Japan coach Akira Ijiri shares his excitement ahead of the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Poland 2026, emphasizing his team's 'grit' and single-minded determination. He discusses the challenges of Group D and his coaching philosophy built on trust and clear communication.
Test your knowledge of the U-20 Women's World Cup with our quiz featuring former stars. From breakout performances to career-defining moments, see if you can identify these players who made their mark on the tournament.
As six teams prepare for their first FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in Poland 2026, history shows debutants can thrive. From Korea DPR's 2006 title to Cameroon's 2024 run, FIFA reviews the best first-time performances.
Malawi's Tabitha and Temwa Chawinga have qualified for the FIFA Women's World Cup Brazil 2027, joining a rare group of siblings who have competed at the tournament. Since 1991, only four sister pairs have played, and more are hoping to follow.
As Poland 2026 approaches, FIFA revisits standout CONMEBOL performances at the U-20 Women's World Cup, highlighting Brazil's medals, Marta's early brilliance, and Colombia's historic run.
England Women U20s head coach Lydia Bedford has named her 21-player squad for the Fifa U20s Women's World Cup in Poland, amid threats of a European boycott over the controversial Fifa Forward Enterprise proposal. The tournament runs from 5 to 27 September.
Brighton midfielder Lia Walti says she left Juventus after one season because she missed the feeling of being valued as a footballer. The Switzerland captain criticizes the lack of professionalism and fan culture in Italy, praising the WSL's standards.
