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Spain captain apologizes after haka video is criticized by indigenous Maori before Women's World Cup

Spain Women’s Football team captain Ivana Andres apologized to Maori people for video mocking haka. She read statement of apology at powhiri ceremony & presented Spain shirt with Maori name for Palmerston North.

The Hindu

Ash Brazill embracing last hurrah at Netball World Cup

Announcing her retirement from netball, veteran Ash Brazill is relishing playing in her first, and last, World Cup as part of the Diamonds squad in Cape Town.

AAP

Afternoon Update: climate crisis hits as temperatures soar above 50C; Australian rescued after two months in Pacific; and a Women’s World Cup guide

China and US meet to begin climate talks in Beijing to address a ‘challenge to all of humanity’

The Guardian - AU

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Path to Women’s World Cup glory: breaking down the Matildas’ possible route to the final

Australia will have to beat several high-ranked teams if they are to lift the trophy, whether they top Group B or qualify in second place

The Guardian - AU

Matildas ready to get physical in Ireland WWC opener

The Matildas are ready for whatever Ireland throw at them in their Women's World Cup opener, including if things get physical.

AAP

Lionel Messi introduced by Inter Miami and Major League Soccer

Inter Miami welcomed Lionel Messi, arguably the world's biggest soccer star, with a big hug from David Beckham and a pink No. 10 jersey

The Hindu

It will be surreal – Chloe Mustaki cannot believe she will play at a World Cup

Republic of Ireland face Australia first up.

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Republic of Ireland ready to bounce back after dramatic World Cup warm-up clash

The World Cup warm-up against Colombia in Brisbane was abandoned after 20 minutes.

The Independent UK

Football Australia boss criticises Fifa ban on rainbow armbands at Women’s World Cup

James Johnson expresses disappointment at Fifa’s refusal to allow players to wear rainbow armbands during the 2023 tournament

The Guardian - AU

Women's World Cup build-up just lukewarm in New Zealand

The Women's World Cup is being co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand but without the Matildas' pulling power, Kiwis are less enthused by the tournament.

AAP

Breast injuries are common for female athletes. Here's why better awareness and reporting are needed

In the to and fro of daily life, an accidental knock to the breast can hurt for a moment. But in the push and shove on the sporting field – such as the upcoming 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup – a blow to the breast can cause breast pain, swelling and bruising.

The Conversation

Sam Kerr primed to thrive under World Cup spotlight

Matildas superstar Sam Kerr carries Australia's hopes at the Women's World Cup but there is an air of confidence that she can handle the pressure.

AAP

Johnny Sexton: Ireland captain free to play at World Cup after receiving three-match ban

Retiring skipper to be available for Romania opener but will miss warm-up games against Italy, England and Samoa after misconduct charge

Evening Standard

Johnny Sexton free to captain Ireland at World Cup after getting three-match ban

The 38-year-old was charged following Leinster’s Heineken Champions Cup final defeat by La Rochelle.

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The Conversation

Penalties, passes, and a touch of politics: the Women's World Cup is about to kick off

The 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup kicks off this Thursday night, the first football world cup hosted by Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand.

The Conversation

‘Gorgeous goal getters’: 1970s media coverage of ‘soccerettes’ was filled with patronising sleaze

In the lead-in to the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, it is revealing to look back on the media coverage of women’s international soccer to measure how far attitudes have shifted for today’s Matildas.

The Canberra Times

Canberra kids' 'once-in-a-lifetime' Women's World Cup honour

On the sidelines of the Matildas opener will be four rising Canberra stars.

The Canberra Times

Kambah's own Matilda presents superstar Kerr's World Cup jersey

The six-year-old likes Sam Kerr's famous backflips.

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Newcastle Herald

Adamstown Rosebud girls to carry flags on World Cup field

'I think it will be a really great experience. I'm not nervous.'

The Guardian - UK

Keira Walsh: ‘Everyone’s going to love you or hate you. I had to learn that’

England midfielder Keira Walsh tells Suzanne Wrack about regaining her self-confidence, learning at Barcelona and why she feels like ‘just a girl from Rochdale’

AAP

Matildas issue call to arms on WWC prize money, legacy

The Matildas have released a video putting the heat on football's local and world leaders to ensure the Women's World Cup leaves a legacy.

FourFourTwo

‘I wanted to win the World Cup’: Gheorghe Hagi on Romania’s incredible run at USA ‘94 including ‘that’ touchline goal vs Colombia

Reaching the quarter-finals wasn't enough for Gheorghe Hagi at the 1994 World Cup

Newsroom.co.nz

The power of a well-designed uniform

Whether it's a corporate refresh with more cultural considerations, or a new version of a sporting uniform steeped in history, what our high profile teams wear matters.

USA Today Sports Media Group

New Rockets wing Dillon Brooks to represent Canada in 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup

New Houston Rockets forward Dillon Brooks is among several NBA players planning to represent Canada in the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup.

WEKU

Lionel Messi makes it official and signs with Inter Miami

Lionel Messi has finalized his deal to join Major League Soccer. Inter Miami has landed a global icon.

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