The New York Times – Sports:
Vietnam, one of eight nations playing in its first Women’s World Cup, will face the U.S. this week. Its presence highlights the growth of women’s soccer, but also the challenges that remain.
Category: Soccer
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‘Everyone Expects Us to Win’: England Tries to Live in the Now
The New York Times – Sports:
Injuries weakened the Lionesses, and recent results have raised eyebrows. But the players and their coach say it takes a lot to shake a champion.
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When You Can’t Believe What You’re Seeing
The New York Times – Sports:
The story, more than the sport, is what matters.
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Inside the Saudi Soccer Gold Rush
The New York Times – Sports:
The kingdom’s pursuit of the world’s best soccer players has unleashed a feeding frenzy among agents and executives. One Saudi is trying to bring order to the chaos.
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She’s Got the Hardest Job in Soccer. Can She Keep Winning?
The New York Times – Sports:
A former World Cup winner, Cindy Parlow Cone is now working to help America realize its global soccer ambitions. Her legacy may be defined by a few games.
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For Rapinoe, a Final Send-Off Before a Final World Cup
The New York Times – Sports:
One day after announcing her plan to retire this year, Megan Rapinoe began her farewell tour as an unused substitute in her team’s send-off match.
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A Look Back at Megan Rapinoe’s Best Moments
The New York Times – Sports:
The women’s soccer star, who announced on Saturday that she would retire later this year, always seemed to deliver in the biggest games.
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Megan Rapinoe Announces Retirement After World Cup, NWSL Season
The New York Times – Sports:
The women’s national team star made an unexpected retirement announcement ahead of a U.S. friendly against Wales.