OM Women to Play at Vélodrome: 50,000 Fans Expected for Historic Match

OM Women to Play at Vélodrome: 50,000 Fans Expected for Historic Match

MARSEILLE, France – The Olympique de Marseille women’s team is poised to develop history this Saturday, March 28, 2026, as they play their first-ever match at the iconic Stade Vélodrome. The highly anticipated Arkema Première Ligue fixture against Montpellier HSC is drawing an expected crowd of over 50,000, potentially setting a new attendance record for … Read more

Football News: Women’s Cup Final in Abidjan, CAF Champions League & French Football Controversies | RFI Sport

Football News: Women’s Cup Final in Abidjan, CAF Champions League & French Football Controversies | RFI Sport

Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire – Olympique Lyonnais Féminin secured the inaugural Coupe de la Ligue Féminine (LFFP) title on March 14, 2026, defeating Paris Saint-Germain in a landmark final held in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. The decision to host the final outside of France marks a significant effort to promote the growth of women’s football in Africa, … Read more

Iranian Women’s Football Team: From Silent Protest to National Anthem U-Turn Amidst Political Pressure

Iranian Women’s Football Team: From Silent Protest to National Anthem U-Turn Amidst Political Pressure

Gold Coast, Australia – The Iranian women’s national football team found themselves at the center of a political firestorm this week at the AFC Women’s Asian Cup, initially remaining silent during their national anthem before their opening match against South Korea on March 2nd. This act of protest, interpreted by some as a demonstration against … Read more