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# WWC23

This year
2023
From Charlton and Trapattoni to Vera Pauw - how foreign managers see Ireland
The FAI confirmed on Tuesday night that they would not be renewing the Dutch coach’s contract.
History, drama, legacy: Reflecting on Ireland's World Cup odyssey
Emma Duffy covered Ireland’s first-ever major tournament for The 42.
Gavin Cooney: World Cup leaves inspiring legacy but football remains a man’s game
Just 12 of Fifa’s 211 member associations are led by women – major change won’t happen without more women in charge.
Spain PM says football boss apology over kiss 'insufficient'
Football Federation chief Luis Rubiales, 45, kissed Jenni Hermoso.
Change, drama, and Ireland's involvement: Five thoughts on the Women's World Cup
Spain are the champions of the world after a thrilling tournament in Australia and New Zealand.
Spanish federation president apologises for kissing player
Acting minister Miquel Iceta told Spanish public radio that Rubiales must apologise for his actions.
Spanish federation president apologises for kissing player
Acting minister Miquel Iceta told Spanish public radio that Rubiales must apologise for his actions.
Spain's Olga Carmona learns of father’s death after scoring World Cup-winning goal
A statement confirmed the news.
Spain's Olga Carmona learns of father’s death after scoring World Cup-winning goal
A statement confirmed the news.
Spain brilliance, England regret and what next after thrilling World Cup
La Roja are the new world champions.
Sensational Spain leave England shattered and flattered by the scoreline
Spain were crowned world champions with a 1-0 win in Sydney.
Spain down England to win Women's World Cup for the first time
Captain Olga Carmona was on target as Spain won 1-0.
Spain down England to win Women's World Cup for the first time
Captain Olga Carmona was on target as Spain won 1-0.
World Cup final is one more fight for England and Spain stars to overcome
Both squads have endured contrasting trials and tribulations to reach point of legendary status.
Sweden take third place to spoil Australia's World Cup party
Friolina Rolfo and Kosovare Asllani were on target
Spain coach refuses to answer questions on his relationship with players
Jorge Vilda has guided the country to their first final amid a backdrop of controversy.
Sweden take third place to spoil Australia's World Cup party
Friolina Rolfo and Kosovare Asllani were on target
The Dutch coaching genius leading England to international glory
Sarina Wiegman is looking to add a World Cup crown to her remarkable record.
United States WNT manager steps down after early World Cup exit
Vlatko Andonovski’s defending champions were knocked out by Sweden in the last 16.
New champions await in an all-European World Cup final that signals a shift in power
With contrasting coaches, and questions over some key players, England and Spain take their shot at history in Sunday’s decider.
Ruthless England beat Australia to set up World Cup final with Spain
England shattered Australian dreams with a clinical 3-1 win in Sydney.
Majestic Lauren Hemp epitomises England's character and class
Lionesses triumph as Australia left to rue missed opportunities after Sam Kerr’s stunning equaliser.
Ruthless England beat Australia to set up World Cup final with Spain
England shattered Australian dreams with a clinical 3-1 win in Sydney.
Australia v England, Fifa Women's World Cup semi-final
Sydney’s Stadium Australia hosted the last four showdown.
Late drama as Spain beat Sweden to reach World Cup final
In a frantic finale, Olga Carmona scored the winner in the 89th minute at Eden Park.
Late drama as Spain beat Sweden to reach World Cup final
In a frantic finale, Olga Carmona scored the winner in the 89th minute at Eden Park.
Spain v Sweden, Fifa Women's World Cup semi-final
Spain face Sweden for a spot in the competition’s final.
England survive bruising Colombia test to reach World Cup semi-finals
Arsenal forward Alessia Russo scored the winner for the European champions.
England survive bruising Colombia test to reach World Cup semi-finals
Arsenal forward Alessia Russo scored the winner for the European champions.
Australia reach first-ever World Cup semi-final after penalty shootout thriller with France
Australia will face either England or Colombia in the last four.
Australia reach first-ever World Cup semi-final after penalty shootout thriller with France
Australia will face either England or Colombia in the last four.
Sweden beat Japan to set up World Cup semi-final against Spain
Sweden survived a late storm to advance to the semi-finals for the third time in four World Cups.
19-year-old sends Spain into World Cup semis with extra-time win over Netherlands
Spain through to semi-finals for the first time after dramatic 2-1 win over the Dutch.
England star Lauren James handed two-match ban after red card against Nigeria
The Chelsea player was dismissed late in the second half for stamping on Michelle Alozie.
England overcome Lauren James red card to scrape past Nigeria on penalties
The European champions will face Colombia or Jamaica on Saturday for a place in the semi-finals.
England overcome Lauren James red card to scrape past Nigeria on penalties
The European champions will face Colombia or Jamaica on Saturday for a place in the semi-finals.
Sweden beat USA on penalties to reach World Cup quarter-finals
Lina Hurtig scored the decisive kick in the shoot-out.
Sweden beat holders USA on penalties to reach World Cup quarter-finals
Lina Hurtig scored the decisive kick in the shoot-out.
Sweden beat holders USA on penalties to reach World Cup quarter-finals
Lina Hurtig scored the decisive kick in the shoot-out.
Netherlands end South Africa's World Cup run
The Dutch, runners-up in 2019, will now face Spain in the last eight.