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Early Swanson double gives USWNT comfortable win over Zambia in Olympic opener

Emma Hayes won her first competitive match as US coach with a 3-0 win to open the Olympics

The Guardian - US

US’s immovable object will meet Zambia’s unstoppable force in Olympic opener

Containing Barbra Banda will be the USWNT’s biggest challenge in Nice. But Naomi Girma leads a group capable of shutting down the most potent attacks

The Guardian - US

Why Zambia’s sharp-shooting Copper Queens won’t leave military behind

Despite the team’s rise on the global stage, players are often underpaid so look for opportunities in the armed forces

The Guardian - UK

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Unearthed stories of ‘Lost Lionesses’ and Copa 71 expose past injustice

In shining a light on how female players were mocked and marginalised, documentary serves as a vital history lesson

The Guardian - UK

Zambia And Nigeria Qualify For Paris 2024 Olympics

Zambia and Nigeria's women's soccer teams qualify for Paris 2024 Olympics, showcasing Africa's talent and strength in the sport.

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Zambia And Nigeria Secure Olympic Spots In Women's Football.

Zambia and Nigeria secure Olympic berths in women's football after playoff victories. Exciting matchups ahead in Paris Olympics.

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Africa’s female players are excelling: no Wafcon in 2024 would be a travesty

African women’s football has the world’s attention but this year’s continental competition is in danger of being cancelled

The Guardian - UK

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NWSL 2024 predictions: are Gotham FC and San Diego on a repeat collision course?

The new season kicks off on Friday night with the NWSL Challenge Cup. Our panel of writers deliver their verdicts on the MVP, champions and plotlines to watch

The Guardian - US

NWSL preview: record signings, a historic stadium – and a new winner?

The season starts this weekend with two expansion teams and a number of high-profile signings. It promises to be quite a ride

The Guardian - UK

Orlando Pride Acquires Zambian Forward Barbra Banda For Record Fee

Orlando Pride makes a historic move by signing Zambian forward Barbra Banda for a record fee, adding a prolific goal scorer to their roster.

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Orlando makes Barbra Banda second most expensive female player in world

Orlando Pride have completed a deal to sign Zambia forward Barbra Banda for the second-highest transfer fee in women’s football

The Guardian - UK

Orlando Pride Signs Zambian Forward Barbra Banda For Record Fee

Orlando Pride's record-breaking signing of Zambian forward Barbra Banda highlights NWSL's commitment to attracting world-class players.

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Japan joy, Germany dejection: Women’s World Cup power rankings

We rank the teams after a compelling group stage characterised by shocks and emerging stars, from Miyazawa to Caicedo and Dumornay

The Guardian - UK

Nigeria advance despite Ireland draw as Japan make Women’s World Cup statement

Nigeria drew 0-0 with Ireland to reach the knockout stages while Japan thrashed fellow last 16-bound side Spain 4-0 and Zambia made history

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The Guardian - UK

Zambia’s Barbra Banda: ‘I was a pro boxer. I had no option but to go one way’

The Copper Queens’ leading striker, who has played in Spain and is now in China, has come through a traumatic time with her country

Miami Herald

Everything you need to know as 2023 Women’s World Cup kicks off Down Under

MIAMI — The Women’s World Cup kicks off Thursday in Australia and New Zealand, which means soccer fans in the United States will be setting early morning alarms, as they did for the 2022 men’s World Cup in Qatar and as diehard tennis fans do for the Australian Open.

The Guardian - UK

Women’s World Cup 2023: Guardian writers’ predictions for the tournament

Australia are expected to challenge and Sam Kerr is a favourite to win the Golden Boot while Zambia are tipped to make waves

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Ten players to watch at the 2023 women’s World Cup

World Cups are made for stars, and stars often are made by World Cups. The 2023 edition of the biggest tournament in women’s soccer will be no different. And it will surely produce several new household names.

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5 storylines to watch as the Women's World Cup kicks off

It's Megan Rapinoe's last World Cup, and it could be Marta's, too. From winter weather to new faces to watch, here's what to know about this year's tournament in Australia and New Zealand.

The Conversation

Africa at the Women’s World Cup football: Nigeria, South Africa, Morocco and Zambia could cause upsets

Morocco and Zambia are making their Fifa Women’s World Cup debut in 2023. South Africa must recover their morale after a pay dispute and Nigeria once again leads the charge for the continent.

The Independent UK

Can Spain regroup from mutiny to challenge for the Women’s World Cup?

Group C preview: Missing key players from their squad due to protest, Spain face Japan, Costa Rica and dark horses Zambia

USA Today Sports Media Group

2023 World Cup Betting Breakdown Group C: Spain looks to pose major threat

Spain and Zambia are two teams to keep a close eye on in Group C.

The Guardian - UK

Anger and accusations as Nigeria’s World Cup preparations unravel

Coach Randy Waldrum has accused the Nigerian federation of failing to pay wages, while players have threatened a boycott

The Guardian - UK

Women’s World Cup 2023 team guides part 12: Zambia

The Copper Queens are on the rise and a 3-2 pre-tournament win against Germany has caused much excitement

Daily Mirror

Zambia stun England rivals in World Cup send-off as clear warning sent

Zambia stunned Germany on Friday night with a 3-2 victory in a World Cup warm-up match and Barbra Banda was at the centre of it all

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