Women's world cup 2023

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  Why Soccer Teams Are Escorted Onto the Field by Kids Before a Match

  POPSUGAR - Amanda Prahl

  If you've ever watched the pregame ceremonies of a soccer match, you've probably noticed a sweet detail: the players always walk onto the field holding the hands of kids, who are dressed like an adorable little squad themselves. It's a longstanding tradition that's rarely explained during …

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  A Quickie Guide to the Different Positions in Soccer

  POPSUGAR - Caitlin Flynn

  The 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup is a huge deal for soccer fanatics everywhere — especially considering the fact that the US is going for its third consecutive title. Then there are those of us who love gathering with friends to eat, drink, and cheer on our team, though we aren't exactly experts on …

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  Rainbow Armbands Aren't Allowed at the World Cup, but Athletes Are Still Showing Pride

  POPSUGAR - Sara Youngblood Gregory

  The designs and social causes for the tournament's 2023 approved armbands were chosen after consulting with 32 participating teams, players, and United Nations agencies, according to FIFA's statement. "It's not just about what happens on the pitch. We are committed to using football's power as a …

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  The USWNT's Favorite Recovery Tool Is So Wholesome and Currently on Sale

  POPSUGAR - Lauren Mazzo

  As the US Women's National Team ramps up for the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup (which kicks off on July 20!), the players are certainly focused on optimizing their performance. Turns out, one of the ways they recover from training is endearingly wholesome: among the team, there's a "Kindle crew" who …

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  The 5 Key Differences Between the Women's and Men's World Cups

  POPSUGAR - Amanda Prahl

  Photo Illustration: Ava Cruz Photo Illustration: Ava Cruz Soccer is the world's most popular sport, so it's no wonder that the World Cup is one of the biggest events, with both the men's and women's tournaments drawing huge crowds every four years. For the most part, international men's and women's …

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  Megan Rapinoe Announces Retirement From Professional Soccer: "I Feel Incredibly Grateful"

  POPSUGAR - Sabienna Bowman

  On July 8, Megan Rapinoe announced she's retiring from soccer at the end of the 2023 season. The National Women's Soccer League player's announcement comes just one day before she leaves for the Women's Soccer World Cup in Australia and New Zealand, which she has now confirmed will be her last …