Destiny Destino

Sweden have knocked the United States off the top of the FIFA women's rankings for the first time in more than six years.

Monaco are leading the race to sign Arsenal's Folarin Balogun as talks advance over a deal worth in the region of €45m, sources have told ESPN.

Former referee Mike Dean said he did not alert a fellow official to a missed call via the VAR because he wanted to spare him "more grief".

FIFA's disciplinary committee has opened disciplinary proceedings against Luis Rubiales, the president of the Spain Football Federation, following his unsolicited kiss on Women's World Cup winner Jenni Hermoso's lips.

Mercury 13, a group led by sports entrepreneur Victoire Cogevina Reynal, said they are set to invest $100 million in acquiring women's soccer clubs in Europe and Latin America.

Carlo Ancelotti has said he "100% rules out" any further signings at Real Madrid before the transfer window closes, seemingly bringing an end to the club's pursuit of Kylian Mbappé for another year.

Barcelona have announced that Pedri injured his thigh in training on Thursday, and sources have told ESPN the midfielder is likely to be sidelined for around a month.

Brazil's Ary Borges had a breakout Women's World Cup debut, but her teammates at NWSL's Racing Louisville have been singing her praises long before.

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Hugo Ekitike, 21, could be on his way to the Bundesliga as part of PSG's deal to sign Eintracht Frankfurt star Randal Kolo Muani. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Covering a World Cup is an experience like no other. ESPN's Sophie Lawson recaps the tournament, and her travels, around Australia and New Zealand.

Retirement can be daunting for everyone, but it's even more challenging for former athletes to adjust to 'normal life' and a loss of identity. Five former players tell ESPN about their difficult transitions.

Atlanta United is the latest MLS club to unveil an unforgettable 2023 third jersey. It's another that pushes the boundary of what's possible for a kit.

Barcelona have completed the signing Netherlands international Esmee Brugts on a free transfer after her contract with PSV Eindhoven expired.

The U.S. women's soccer team was not fully prepared heading into the World Cup, co-captain Lindsey Horan said, after the four-time champions produced their worst-ever performance at the tournament in Australia and New Zealand.

Gustavsson will likely remain with the Matildas. But the bar has been set higher than ever before, and it needs to be met.

Arsenal are prepared to part ways with Balogun as Chelsea and Fulham pose potential destinations for the USMNT striker. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Chelsea midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka has undergone surgery after sustaining a knee injury during Sunday's Premier League clash against West Ham.

This season, with Harry Kane gone, simply fitting in is no longer an option. Tottenham Hotspur need Richarlison to step up.

The Spain squad received a heroine's welcome in Madrid on Monday upon returning home and celebrated in front of thousands fans their Women's World Cup first title.

PSG are ready to do a deal with Real Madrid for star forward Kylian Mbappe, but the Spanish giants are yet to make an offer. Transfer Talk has the latest.

The Portland Timbers fired head coach Giovanni Savarese on Monday after five seasons in the job, the club announced.

It may only be the second game of the Premier League campaign, but Arsenal are keenly aware that wins like the one at Palace will be key to their title chase.

Ivan Toney has accused the FA of sabotaging his dream of playing at the World Cup by announcing his betting charges on the eve of the tournament.

By the end of this transfer window, Erik ten Hag could end up moving a total of up to 20 players out of Manchester United during his time in charge.

Manchester United are keen to sign a midfielder and a goalkeeper before the transfer deadline but first need to trim the squad, sources have told ESPN.

Spain's Women's World Cup final win against England in Sydney has been marred by the Spanish Federation president kissing forward Jenni Hermoso on the lips during the medal presentation.

Aiden Morris and Cucho Hernandez scored in the first half to back three saves by Patrick Schulte as the host Columbus Crew defeated FC Cincinnati 3-0 on Sunday.

Harry Maguire's decision to stay at Man Utd means Inter Milan are now favorites to sign Bayern defender Benjamin Pavard. Transfer Talk has the latest.

United States captain Tyler Adams is returning to the Premier League after completing a move from Leeds to Bournemouth.

England and Spain are both playing in their first FIFA Women's World Cup hoping to become the fifth team crowned champion. England have won four of the past six games between the teams, including in the UEFA Women's Euro quarterfinals last year, after extra time, but this is the first meeting at a Women's World Cup.

MLS commissioner Don Garber said that it is the responsibility of each club, not the league, to take advantage of Lionel Messi's presence in the competition.

Sweden are one of the most consistent performers in Women's World Cup history, but that is scant consolation for a team that wants to be the best.

Messi scored early in regulation and converted the first shot in penalty kicks as Inter Miami CF beat Nashville SC 10-9.

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Sweden put a dampener on what was a magical tournament for the Matildas, who now need to build on their best-ever World Cup finish.

At 19 years old, Salma Paralluelo's pace and finishing has helped Spain reach the Women's World Cup final.

Camp Nou renovations mean that Barcelona, LaLiga defending champions, are playing in the smaller, older Olympic Stadium on Montjuic this season. Here's what that means for the club and why not everyone is happy.

USWNT legend Carli Lloyd has said she has no regrets on her criticism of the team and added that they needed a similar mentality to England.

Jorge Vilda said he has a "united" squad after refusing to answer questions about rumoured splits in the Spain camp before the Women's World Cup final.

Australia play Sweden in a match neither set of players want to be in having lost to England and Spain respectively in the FIFA Women's World Cup semifinals, but there is still a bronze medal to play for.

The quick turnaround and key injuries for Brazil and manager Fernarndo Diniz means they'll be some wrinkles to iron out during WOrld Cup qualifying.

Inter Miami defender DeAndre Yedlin has hailed the off-field values of new teammate Lionel Messi as the pair prepare for Saturday's Leagues Cup final against Nashville SC on Saturday.

When Sam Kerr stepped out onto the training track on Friday morning, she couldn't help but feel a tinge of sadness. Not because a third-place playoff against Sweden instead of a final awaited but because it represented the end of a magical home World Cup.

Giani Infantino said FIFA's decision to increase the Women's World Cup to 32 teams proved his critics wrong after the success of the expanded tournament in Australia and New Zealand.

Liverpool are set to sign VfB Stuttgart midfielder Wataru Endo. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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Written off as a youth player by Atletico, continuing studies as a professional athlete and winning the treble, Rodri isn't your typical footballer.

Australia provided a magical run in the WWC, but the Matildas and star striker Kerr will think what could have been.

With Vlatko Andonovski set to resign as USWNT coach, who in the soccer world has the experience and track record to take the job? We break down 11 potential candidates ranging from "must call" to long shot.