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00:25 October 14th
Hey Footies! Today is a special day! It’s my Mom’s birthday!! 🎂 HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MOM!! I love you! Now to the football! It’s been a week full of ❤️ heartwarming and heartbreaking 💔 moments. Christen Press scored her first comeback goal ⚽️, Temwa Chawinga broke Sam Kerr’s scoring record, Bunny Shaw proved why she’s the best, Wolfsburg handed Bayern a loss, Barcelona made a 2nd half statement and Arsenal had another tough defeat. But don’t worry! The rest of this newsletter is packed with news including the upcoming start of U17 Women’s World Cup 🌏, NWSL updates, Crystal Dunn's latest feats, and an NCAA hat tricks.
POST OF THE WEEK
In the words of Sebastian Salazar, “CHRISTEN PRESS, WHAT HAVE YOU DONE?!!!” 🎉 After more than two years and four surgeries, Press has finally scored her first goal since returning from injury! 🥳 We couldn’t be happier for her—welcome back, CP! 💖
GOAL OF THE WEEK
👑 Temwa Takes the Throne!
Temwa Chawinga has officially written her name into the NWSL history books! 🌟 The Kansas City Current star smashed the league’s single-season goal record with her 19th goal, toppling Sam Kerr’s previous mark. In a 1-0 win over Bay FC, Chawinga’s thunderous 35th-minute strike from outside the box sealed the deal—perfectly orchestrated after weeks of practice on long-range shooting with coach Vlatko Andonovski. With 19 goals and 6 assists, Chawinga’s been an unstoppable force, blending attacking flair with defensive hustle. The Current are surging into the playoffs, and she’s not done yet! 💥🏆
USYNT NEWS
🏆 Next Gen
The FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup is ready to kick off in the Dominican Republic! 🏆🌎 For the first time ever, this island paradise will host a FIFA tournament, adding tropical flair to the beautiful game. Sixteen teams will battle it out from October 16 to November 3, aiming to follow in the footsteps of former champs like Spain, DPR Korea, and Japan. Spain, the reigning queens of youth football, are back to defend their crown after sweeping every major women’s title at U-17, U-20, and senior levels. Will the next global star emerge from this tournament? The game times are listed below!
NWSL NEWS
🫧 Portland Pops Orlando’s Unbeaten Bubble
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The Orlando Pride's perfect season has finally met its match! 🌩️ The Pride’s bid to become the first-ever unbeaten NWSL team crumbled with a 2-0 defeat to Portland Thorns. Morgan Weaver opened the scoring with a precise shot, and legend Christine Sinclair hammered in a second goal for her 78th NWSL career tally—just two games before her retirement. Orlando, now 17-1-6, still clinched the NWSL Shield and heads into the playoffs as the No. 1 seed.
USWNT NEWS
⚽️ Dunn It All
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Crystal Dunn's journey in soccer is nothing short of inspiring. A World Cup winner, Olympian, and champion on both sides of the Atlantic, Dunn opened up about the challenges of being a Black woman in a sport historically dominated by white players. Honored by Black Players for Change, she reflected on her role in diversifying the game and the importance of representation. Dunn shared the personal struggles she faced, from navigating team dynamics to the pressures of how she looked on the field. Now, she's more focused on leaving soccer in a better place than when she found it, inspiring future generations of players of color to embrace the game unapologetically.
WSL NEWS
🌧️ Gunners’ Gloom
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Arsenal’s season has taken a dramatic turn, and not in the way Gunners fans were hoping for. After a lackluster goalless draw with Everton and a shocking 5-2 loss to Bayern Munich in the Champions League, the stakes couldn't be higher heading into their clash against Chelsea. Unfortunately, the much-anticipated London derby ended in a 2-1 defeat for Arsenal, leaving manager Jonas Eidevall facing the heat.
The Gunners fell victim to a couple of defensive blunders as Mayra Ramírez opened the scoring with an audacious overhead kick, followed by Sandy Baltimore's unmarked header to double Chelsea’s lead. Though Caitlin Foord found the net just before halftime, it wasn't enough to spark a comeback, as Chelsea expertly managed the game to secure the win.
With just one victory in their opening four WSL matches, the pressure is mounting on Arsenal to rediscover their form. Defender Laia Codina remains hopeful, asserting that the team has the talent to turn things around. However, after such a disheartening result, Arsenal fans are left wondering if the Gunners can regroup or if they are in for a long, tough season ahead.
A-LEAGUE NEWS
💯 Stott Hits 100
Rebekah Stott just made history in style! 💯🔥 Melbourne City's fearless captain became the first women’s player to reach 100 games for the club, and she celebrated with a bang—scoring a rocket just seven minutes in during a 4-0 win in the AFC Women’s Champions League. With four championships and an inspiring journey on and off the pitch (including her fight against cancer), Stott continues to lead by example. This milestone is just the latest chapter in her legendary career—and she’s already eyeing more goals, literally and figuratively! 👏⚽
NCAA NEWS
🌟 The Graham Show
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Duke's women's soccer team proved their No. 1 ranking is no fluke, demolishing No. 7 Stanford 4-1 in a historic ACC clash. 🏆🎉 Maggie Graham was the star of the night, netting a hat trick and bringing her season total to eight goals—talk about a way to make an entrance! Duke's potent offense showcased their speed and precision, while Stanford's usually reliable defense crumbled like a cookie in a milk dunk. With this win, the Blue Devils extended their winning streak to ten games and left Stanford's 34-game home unbeaten record in the dust. Next up, they’ll look to keep the momentum going against No. 17 Cal! ⚽
NWSL NEWS
💪 Paulson Power
Bay FC is adding some hometown flair with the signing of Catherine Paulson for the rest of the 2024 NWSL season! 🌉⚽ The Stanford alum and Los Altos native initially joined as a National Team Replacement Player and impressed in a friendly against FC Barcelona. Now, she’s got a chance to help Bay FC push for playoffs. With her work ethic and energy, Paulson’s ready to make her mark. Looks like Bay FC just got a boost at the perfect time!🔥
Ifeoma Onumonu is on a mission, and it’s all about European glory 🌍⚽! After swapping Utah for Montpellier, the Super Falcons striker has her sights set on the UEFA Women’s Champions League. With three games under her belt (and a goal surely on the way!), Onumonu is determined to push her new club to a top-four finish in France’s Division 1 Féminine. She’s hungry for the Champions League stage, and if her passion is any indication, Montpellier might just be packing their bags for Europe next season! 💫
🚀 London City Lionesses are charging toward the WSL, with global sporting director Markel Zubizarreta . Backed by marquee signings like Kosovare Asllani and boasting top-tier facilities, they’re determined to rise fast and make their mark in women's football. Sitting fourth in the Championship, their eyes are set firmly on the WSL prize. 💪⚽
Newcastle United Women are on a mission to bring glory back to the North East, with local stars like Rachel Furness and Demi Stokes leading the charge. 🖤🤍 After years of regional talent heading south for success (think Mead and Bronze), Newcastle’s growing investment aims to keep homegrown talent where it belongs. The squad, riding high after back-to-back promotions, is hungry for WSL status and prepped for their next challenge – the Wear-Tyne derby, where only victory will satisfy their passionate fanbase.
UPCOMING GAMES
U-17 WOMEN’S WORLD CUP
OCTOBER 16TH
Spain v USA 4pm
New Zealnd v Nigeria 4pm
Dom. Republic v Ecuador 7pm
South Korea v Columbia 7pm
OCTOBER 17TH
North Korea v Mexico 4pm
Japan v Poland 4pm
Brazil v Zambia 7pm
Kenya v England 7pm
ALL TIMES ARE EST
UPCOMING GAMES
UWCL GROUP STAGE
OCTOBER 16TH
Juventus v Bayern 12:45pm
St Pölten v Man City 12:45pm
Barcelona v Hammarby 3pm
Arsenal v Valerenga 3pm
OCTOBER 17TH
Real Madrid v Celtic 12:45pm
Galatasaray v Roma 12:45pm
Twente v Chelsea 3pm
Wolfsburg v Lyon 3pm
ALL TIMES ARE EST
UPCOMING GAMES
WSL
OCTOBER 19TH
Brighton v Man Utd 7:30am
OCTOBER 20TH
Man City v Aston Villa 7:15am
Liverpool v Crystal Palace 9am
Leicester City v Everton 10am
West Ham v Arsenal 10am
Chelsea v Tottenham 1:45am
ALL TIMES ARE EST
UPCOMING GAMES
NWSL
OCTOBER 18TH
Reign v Dash 10pm
OCTOBER 19TH
Current v Wave FC 1pm
Racing v Thorns 7:30pm
Bay FC v Courage 10pm
OCTOBER 20TH
Gotham FC v Pride 5pm
Spirit v Red Stars 5pm
Angel City v Royals 7:30pm
UPCOMING GAMES
USL
OCTOBER 16TH
DC Power FC v Dallas Trinity 7:30pm
OCTOBER 19TH
Carolina Ascent FC v Brooklyn FC 7pm
Ft. Lauderdale FC v Lexington SC 9pm
ALL TIMES ARE EST
UPCOMING GAMES
Liga F
OCTOBER 19TH
Levante Badalona v UD Tenerife 6am
Granada v Real Betis 6am
Atl. Madrid v Sociedad 10am
Sevilla v Espanyol 12:30pm
OCTOBER 20TH
Athletic Club v Valencia 6am
Eibar v Deportivo 6am
Levante v Barcelona 11am
Madrid CFF v Real Madrid 1pm
ALL TIMES ARE EST
UPCOMING GAMES
Serie A
OCTOBER 19TH
Sampdoria v Napoli W 6:30am
Florentina v Lazio W 9am
OCTOBER 20TH
Inter v Juventus 6am
Roma v AC Milan W 10am
Sassuolo v Como W 12pm
ALL TIMES ARE EST
UPCOMING GAMES
Bundesliga
OCTOBER 18TH
Hoffenheim v Potsdam 12:30pm
OCTOBER 19TH
Eintracht Frankfurt W v Werder Bremen 6am
Carl Zeiss Jena v Koln 8am
OCTOBER 20TH
SGS Essen v Wolfsburg 8am
Freiburg v RB Leipzig 10am
Leverkusen v Bayern Munich 12:30pm
ALL TIMES ARE EST
UPCOMING GAMES
Vrouwen Eredivisie
OCTOBER 19TH
PSV Eindhoven v PEC Zwolle 8am
AZ Alkmaar v Excelsior 10:30am
Fortuna Sittard v Heerenveen 10:30am
OCTOBER 20TH
Telstar v Twente 10:45am
ALL TIMES ARE EST
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