DFB-Pokal: Stina Johannes Rescues VfL Wolfsburg in Dramatic Penalty Shootout VfL Wolfsburg avoided a historic collapse in the DFB-Pokal, securing a hard-fought place in the final after a tense penalty shootout against underdogs FF USV Jena. While the “She-Wolves” entered the match as heavy favorites, they were pushed to the brink by a resilient Jena … Read more
München – FC Bayern Frauen are heading back to the Champions League semifinals for the first time since 2021, securing their place after a tense 2-1 victory (4-3 on aggregate) over Manchester United in the second leg of their quarterfinal tie. A late surge, fueled by headers from Glodis Viggosdottir and Linda Dallmann, propelled the … Read more
A 60-year-vintage man has been sentenced to a suspended prison term and a four-year football stadium ban for racially abusing England women’s national team player Jess Carter during the UEFA European Championship in 2025. The sentencing, handed down by a UK court, marks a significant step in addressing online hate speech directed at athletes. The … Read more
Munich – England international Georgia Stanway will leave FC Bayern Women at the conclude of the current season, the club confirmed Wednesday. The 27-year-classic midfielder, a key figure in Bayern’s recent success, explained her decision stems from a desire for “new incentives” and to ensure her memories of her time in Munich remain positive. Stanway … Read more
WOLFSBURG, Germany – VfL Wolfsburg took a significant step toward a Champions League semifinal berth Tuesday, defeating eight-time champion Olympique Lyon 1-0 in the first leg of their quarterfinal tie. The victory, secured at home, was particularly notable given Wolfsburg’s injury situation and historical struggles against the French powerhouse. For Lyon, it marked their first … Read more
Dresden, Germany – Vanessa Fudalla, the Bundesliga’s leading German goalscorer, continues to be overlooked by national team coach Christian Wück, a situation that has left the Bayer Leverkusen forward deeply frustrated. Despite consistently finding the back of the net for her club, Fudalla has yet to receive a call-up to the German national team, a … Read more
Dortmund, Germany – In a move that signals both the end of an era and the dawn of a new ambition, German international Alexandra Popp will leave VfL Wolfsburg this summer to join Borussia Dortmund. The announcement, made Saturday, marks a significant shift for the 34-year-old forward and a bold statement of intent from Dortmund … Read more
WOLFSBURG, Germany – After an illustrious 14-year run, German international Alexandra Popp will depart VfL Wolfsburg this summer, the club and player confirmed Saturday. The Frauen-Bundesliga star will not renew her contract, bringing an end to a remarkable chapter in both Wolfsburg’s and German women’s football history. Popp, 34, has been a cornerstone of Wolfsburg’s … Read more
Brisbane, Australia – Five members of the Iranian women’s national football team have been granted asylum in Australia, following a silent protest against the Iranian regime during the recent AFC Women’s Asian Cup. The decision, announced by Australian Interior Minister Tony Burke, comes after the players sought protection whereas in Australia for the tournament. The … Read more
The German women’s national football team is making a statement in their quest to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup. Following a dominant 4-0 victory over Norway on Thursday, building on their 5-0 win against Slovenia last week, the team has surged to the top of their qualifying group. For a team aiming … Read more