women's soccer
“I am just a very small piece of this huge picture, but I have never been more proud."
The National Women’s Soccer League championship match was in its first few minutes when Megan Rapinoe hobbled off the pitch in a heartbreaking end to her career.
Megan Rapinoe suffered a injury to her right leg early in the NWSL championship game and needed assistance as she hobbled off the field in the last match of her storied career.
Prosecutors presented a case against Rubiales to Spain’s National Court in Madrid two days after Hermoso formally accused him of sexual assault.
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The prosecutors’ office in Madrid said that, according to a sexual consent law passed last year, he could face a fine or a prison sentence of one to four years if found guilty.
Jorge Vilda was among those who applauded Rubiales when he refused to resign despite facing widespread criticism for kissing a player without her consent.
Right-wingers mocked player Megan Rapinoe for missing a crucial penalty kick during a game against Sweden.
The players filed a federal lawsuit alleging that the former Butler athletic trainer committed the assaults and other sexual misconduct over several years.
The FIFA Women's World Cup begins in Australia and New Zealand, with 32 teams vying for the trophy.
At least 88 openly LGBTQ soccer players are set to compete in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.