The Rio de Janeiro government named an anti-racism law after Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr on Wednesday which will see sporting events stopped or suspended in the event of racist conduct.

Rose Lavelle said she is more comfortable taking on the responsibilities of leadership and is ready to step up as a senior member of the U.S. squad when she heads to her second Women’s World Cup, even as questions remain around her fitness.

Angel Di Maria’s career in Europe came full circle on Wednesday when the winger rejoined Portuguese side Benfica, the club he played for between 2007 and 2010 when he moved from Argentina.

Scoring the first goal for the Digicel Young Kulas was something Sonia Alfred did not expect.

The Digicel Young Kulas have advanced to the final of the OFC Under-19 Women’s Championship.

Japan defender Risa Shimizu is hoping that by focusing on every tiny detail of the game, the Nadeshiko can erase the memory of their disappointing 2019 campaign and make a mark at the Women’s World Cup in July and August.

It’s crunch time for the Digicel Young Kulas as they are two hours away from the OFC Under-19 Women’s Championship semi-final match against Samoa.

New Zealand will defend their OFC U-19 Women’s Championship against Fiji on Saturday evening after overcoming a predictably tough and resolute Cook Islands side at HFC Bank Stadium.

Making the Digicel Young Kulas team is a blessing for 17-year-old Seini Vulagi.

Women’s World Cup co-hosts Australia have never had a stronger squad than the one set to compete for a first title in the global showpiece, forward Caitlin Foord said.

Brazil forward Marta said it feels “surreal” to be preparing for a sixth Women’s World Cup and that the tournament in Australia and New Zealand will be her last.

Junior Bula Boys rep Josh Laqeretabua has signed his first professional contract with Charlton Athletic in England.