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Casey Phair Makes World Cup History at Just 16 Years Old

Van Aerle1 year ago13 mins

USA – Casey Phair made history on Tuesday, becoming the youngest player to ever appear in a World Cup match. The 16-year-old South Korean forward came on as a substitute in the 78th minute of her team’s 2-0 loss to Colombia, breaking the previous record held by Nigeria’s Ifeanyi Chiejine. Phair, who was born in…

Australia and New Zealand Kick Off Historic Women’s World Cup

Van Aerle1 year ago13 mins

The ninth FIFA Women’s World Cup kicked off in style on Thursday, July 20, 2023, with co-hosts Australia and New Zealand both winning their opening matches. In Auckland, New Zealand, the Football Ferns defeated former champions Norway 1-0 thanks to a second-half goal from Hannah Wilkinson. The win was New Zealand’s first ever victory at…