U.S. Women’s Soccer Coach Resigns After Team’s Worst-Ever World Cup Loss

The 2023 Women’s World Cup drew record viewership for Fox, despite challenging time zones and an early elimination for the U.S. team, ending with the most-watched non-USWNT final ever for English-language U.S. television.

Naman Ramachandran Spanish soccer federation chief Luis Rubiales has been provisionally suspended by the sport’s global governing body FIFA, following a controversial kissing incident that took place after Spain won the Women’s World Cup. During the celebrations after Spain defeated England in the championship final on Aug. 20, Rubiales kissed player Jenni Hermoso on the lips.

Spain's women's football team are now refusing to play again until the president of the Spanish football federation Luis Rubiales resigns following the kissing scandal. Spain's team beat England's Lionesses at the FIFA World Cup final in Australia last Sunday but Luis Rubiales has received widespread condemnation after kissing midfielder Jenni Hermoso on the lips without consent during the presentation.

The England Lionesses may not have won this year’s World Cup, but the players certainly captured the hearts of the nation as they made history by making it to their first Women’s World Cup final ever. After narrowly missing out on the coveted trophy to Spain, it’s safe to say that the players were in need of a little R&R after battling their way through 7 nail biting games, not to mention training constantly in between matches to make sure they were in peak condition to take on their rivals.

Making World Cup history certainly calls for some time to celebrate, and that is exactly what the Spanish Women's football team are doing as they enjoy a well-deserved relaxing break in Ibiza. After leaving Sydney, the squad are now soaking up the sun in Ibiza where they have been spotted enjoying a stunning day out on a boat, having fun playing on paddleboards, and splashing around.The girls swapped out their football kits for their bikinis before they will probably get back to work and start preparing for the UEFA Women's Euro’s, which has been confirmed to take place in Switzerland in 2025.

and . In the video, Hermoso can reportedly be heard saying, “But I didn’t like it!”Now, Rubiales is being rightfully called out for his behavior, with the international players' union deeming it “deeply lamentable” and Spain's equality minister describing it as “sexual violence.”The Spanish football federation then released a statement attributed to Hermoso, in which she referred to the kiss as a “totally spontaneous mutual gesture due to the immense joy of winning a World Cup.” She added, "The president and I have a great relationship, his behavior with all of us has been excellent, and it was a natural gesture of affection and gratitude.”Jennifer Hermoso with the world cup trophy after the final match between Spain and England.In a subsequent interview, Hermoso doubled down, reasserting that she was not offended by the kiss. "It was the emotion of the moment," she in an interview.

The England Lionesses defeat to Spain in the Women’s World Cup Final was watched by a peak of 14.4M people yesterday across the BBC and ITV.

Prince William and David Beckham have been slammed for their messages of support to the Lionesses. Football legend David, who played for the England men’s team from 1996 to 2009, and the future King, both posted videos wishing the team luck ahead of their clash with Spain on 20 August. Despite a valiant effort, the Lionesses were beaten one-nil by Spain in a tense clash.

King Charles, as well as the Prince and Princess of Wales, are sharing their support for the English Women's National Football Team after their loss to Spain in the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 final.The team's hopes of taking home their first world cup were dashed by a 1-0 loss to Spain, but the king expressed how their accomplishments were monumental nonetheless.«This brings you, your manager and all your support team my heartfelt thoughts and commiserations on the result of the World Cup final,» read a statement from King Charles released by the palace on Sunday. «While I know how sore it must be, let none of you feel defeated, for to have reached the final at all is an immense tribute to your skill, determination and team spirit in the finest sporting tradition.»«More than that, though, it will serve as an inspiration for generations to come,» he continued.

King Charles, as well as the Prince and Princess of Wales, are sharing their support for the English Women’s National Football Team after their loss to Spain in the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 final.

Olga Carmona took the Spanish women's football team to victory in the nail-biting final of FIFA Women's World Cup on Sunday, but just after the match, she was informed that her father, Jose Verdasco, had died.The 23 year old scored a goal against England in the first half of the game, which took place in Australia, and the goal eventually won La Roja the tournament, with England failing to score.There were jubilant scenes as the Spanish team celebrated, with Olga seen with tears in her eyes as she took in the magnitude of the history-making win. But heartbreak was to come for the football star, as it was confirmed by the Royal Spanish Football Federation that Carmona had been told the devastating news that her father had died after the match.

Simply Red wrote: “Congratulations Spain. Best team on this day.”Ahead of the game the band also said: “The England Women’s team represent the country I wanna be part of,” before taking a dig at the Tories and Rishi Sunak for not attending the final.Congratulations Spain.

The Spanish women's team have made history by winning the World Cup for the first time. Spain's squad secured a final 1-0 victory over England women's team at the FIFA World Cup final in Sydney on Sunday, August 20.

Spain has emerged victorious!

Prince William and Princess Charlotte are cheering on the Lionesses!

The World Cup has long showcased talent and passion on the field. Still, in recent years, it has also become a platform for some of the most fashionable female soccer players to display their unique approach to fashion and individuality.In addition to their impressive athletic abilities, these athletes are gaining recognition for their influential fashion and lifestyle choices during and outside their games, reshaping the definition of a contemporary sports role model.Spain’s Salma Paralluelo proves the sports industry’s future is already unfoldingTrinity Rodman enjoys date night after World Cup journeyEngland’s advancement to World Cup final was predicted by mystic meerkatsAs the World Cup gains attention worldwide, fans and enthusiasts are captivated by the thrilling matches and the unique fashion statements made by these extraordinary athletes.

in Sydney on Sunday. Queen Letizia of Spain has announced she will jet out to Australia to cheer on the national team as they tackle England’s Lionesses in the hotly-anticipated match.Accompanying Queen Letizia on the whirlwind trip Down Under will be her youngest daughter Infanta Sofia, 16, who will no doubt relish the opportunity to watch the exciting game live.

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The Lionesses are one step closer to a World Cup victory after beating Colombia 2-1 in a nail-biting quarter final match. Despite being 1-0 down 44 minutes into the game, the England women's team managed to pull it back with two goals from Lauren Hemp and Alessia Russo. Columbia's Leicy Santos was the first player to score in the game, shooting the ball above England goalkeeper Mary Earps' head.

Megan Rapinoe is celebrating her final World Cup run and her storied career with the U.S. Women's National Team as she retires from professional soccer.