Head coach Jill Ellis saluted her players after United States overcame France to reach the semi-finals of the Women’s World Cup.
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Rapinoe double earns United States semi-final showdown with England
Megan Rapinoe did her talking on the pitch on Friday night as her two goals sunk hosts France and booked the United States a semi-final showdown with England at the Women’s World Cup.
Rapinoe insists focus remains despite White House furore
United States’ midfielder Megan Rapinoe has urged her team-mates to “think hard” about associating themselves with President Donald Trump.
England earn draw with world champions USA in SheBelieves Cup in Nashville
England drew 2-2 with world champions the United States in their second game at the SheBelieves Cup in Nashville.
USA footballers who have played in England’s top flight
Chelsea have signed young American forward Christian Pulisic from Borussia Dortmund for a reported £58million.
Politano earns Italy victory over USA with late winner
Late substitute Matteo Politano’s stoppage-time goal clinched Italy a 1-0 win in their friendly against the United States in Belgium.
Mancini set to give crop of young players a chance as Italy face USA
Italy head coach Roberto Mancini is expected to take a look at the next generation in Tuesday’s friendly against the USA in Belgium.
I didn’t want to rain on his parade: Southgate holds back after Rooney send-off
Gareth Southgate was glad Wayne Rooney got the send-off he deserved, even if the England great’s emotional post-match speech meant the manager had to abandon his critical debrief.
Rooney says goodbye but England say hello to future
England great Wayne Rooney got a heartfelt send-off and first-hand glimpse of the future as debutant Callum Wilson completed a comfortable win for Gareth Southgate’s experimental side against the United States.
Wayne Rooney to wear captain’s armband on final England appearance
Wayne Rooney will wear the captain’s armband and England number 10 shirt for the last time on a celebratory night that Gareth Southgate believes befits one of the country’s best ever players.
Rooney’s ‘terrific international career’ merits a farewell game, says USA boss
The decision to honour Wayne Rooney’s England career in Thursday’s friendly against the United States has been backed by their head coach David Sarachan.
Harkes at The Wall, Part I: A football fan’s journey through fandom
Very often, our initial experiences in sport define our relationship with it. Our in-house writer…
Brazil recovering from ‘pain and frustration’ of World Cup – Tite
Brazilian coach Tite said his players are getting over the pain of their World Cup exit after securing a convincing 2-0 win against the USA.
Seattle Sounders: MLS, B-teams and a search for identity
With frequent rebranding and relocations, it wasn’t easy to be a soccer fan in USA,…
Didier Deschamps defends goalkeeper Hugo Lloris after USA draw
France boss Didier Deschamps defended Tottenham goalkeeper Hugo Lloris after his side were held 1-1…
Kylian Mbappe strike earns France a draw against the USA
Kylian Mbappe’s second-half equaliser salvaged France a 1-1 draw in their final World Cup warm-up…
Didier Deschamps stands up for Paul Pogba as World Cup nears
France boss Didier Deschamps insists he has “no worries” about the form of Paul Pogba…
O’Neill hails Judge and Burke after Republic of Ireland rally to beat USA
Martin O’Neill saluted unlikely heroes Alan Judge and Graham Burke as they fired the Republic…
Republic of Ireland v USA – Talking points
Martin O’Neill will blend the new with the old once again as he draws the…
Ireland will miss John O’Shea’s dedication and humility, says Keith Andrews
Former Republic of Ireland international Keith Andrews had paid tribute to John O’Shea as he…