CONCACAF W CHAMPIONS CUP

The 2024–25 Concacaf W Champions Cup is the inaugural edition of a new women's club football competition organized by Concacaf. It runs from August 2024 to May 2025 and will crown the best club in North America, Central America, and the Caribbean. This tournament also serves as the qualification route for the FIFA Women's Club World Cup in 2026.

Format and Schedule:
- Preliminary Round: August 2024.

Teams like Alianza FC (El Salvador) and Vancouver Whitecaps FC (Canada) will play in this phase, with the winners advancing to the Group Stage.

- Group Stage: September to October 2024.

The group stage will feature the top teams from different nations battling for a spot in the knockout rounds.

- Knockout Stage: From February 2025 to May 2025, culminating in semifinals, a third-place match, and the final.

Participating Teams:
- Canada: Vancouver Whitecaps FC (qualified via League1 Women’s Inter-Provincial Championship).
- USA: NWSL Champion (to be determined from the 2024 NWSL season).
- Mexico: C.F. Monterrey and Tigres UANL, both from Liga MX Femenil.
- Costa Rica: Alajuelense (2023 Super Copa Unión Femenina de Fútbol champions).
- El Salvador: Alianza FC (2023/24 Liga Primera Femenina winners).
- Honduras: Olimpia.
- Panama: Tauro FC.
- Jamaica: F.C. Reno.
- Dominican Republic: Club Atlético Pantoja.
- Haiti: AS Tigresses.

These teams represent a wide range of nations across the Concacaf region, with a diverse group of clubs from North America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Key Dates:
- Preliminary Round: August 2024
- Group Stage: September – October 2024
- Knockout Stage: February – May 2025

This tournament is a pivotal step in growing women's club football within the region, showcasing talent and providing an international platform for clubs

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FA WOMEN'S LEAGUE CUP

The annual cup tournament in England for clubs from Women's Super League and Women's Championship

Known as the FA Women's Continental League Cup for sponsorship reasons

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Sponsor: Continental

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Nick name: Conti Cup

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Founded: 2011

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Most successful club: Arsenal (7 titles)

 

Reigning champions 2023-24: Arsenal (7th title) 

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2024/25 season dates: 2 October 2024 – 15 March 2025

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Teams participating 2023-24 season: All 23 teams from the Women's Super League and Women's Championship​

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Format:

• Starting with a group stage split regionally. This season, the competition will contain only 23 teams, one fewer than previous season, as Reading withdrew from theWome's Championship in June 2024. 

• Teams competing in the UEFA Women's Champions League group stage (Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester City) are exempt from the 'Conti Cup' group stage, earning a provisional bye to the quarter-finals. 

• The group stage will feature 20 of the 23 total teams, with all groups featuring four teams each. Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester City enter the League Cup at the quarter-final stage.

• The first place team in each of the five groups qualifies for the knock-out stage.

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Group A:

1. Everton

2. Liverpool

3. Manchester United

4. Newcastle United

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Group B:

1. Blackburn Rovers

2. Durham

3. Sheffield United

4. Sunderland

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Group C:

1. London City Lionesses

2. Portsmouth

3. Southampton

4. West Ham United

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Group D:

1. Birmingham City

2. Brighton and Hove Albion

3. Bristol City

4. Leicester City

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Group E:

1. Aston Villa

2. Charlton Atheltic

3. Crystal Palace

4. Tottenham Hotspur

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AFC WOMEN'S CHAMPIONS LEAGUE

The 2024–25 AFC Women’s Champions League will mark a pivotal moment for women’s football across Asia, as it represents the first full-scale edition of the tournament. This competition is modeled after the men's AFC Champions League and aims to crown the best women’s football club in Asia. 

 

Before the full edition launch, there were smaller pilot competitions, including the AFC Women's Club Championship, held between 2019 and 2022. These served as precursors and allowed the AFC to fine-tune the format, club participation, and logistics for a larger-scale tournament

GROUP STAGE

 

The group stage of the 2024–25 AFC Women's Champions League, set to begin in October 2024, features several top teams from across Asia. The 12 teams are divided into three groups, each vying for a spot in the knockout stages. 

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The group stage matches will be played between October 6-12, 2024, across centralised venues in China PR, Thailand, and Vietnam.

 

The top two teams from each group, along with the two best third-placed teams, will advance to the quarterfinals, scheduled for March 2025

TEAMS IN GROUP STAGE

Group A

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• Wuhan Jiangda Women's FC (China PR)

  • A powerhouse in Chinese women's football, known for their strong performances in domestic leagues and previous AFC competitions.

• Hyundai Steel Red Angels Women's FC (Korea Republic)

  • The dominant force in South Korean women's football, having won multiple domestic championships.

• Sabah FA (Malaysia)

  • Known for strong domestic league performances. Their qualification for the AFC Women’s Champions League highlights the growing competitiveness of Malaysian women’s football

• Abu Dhabi Country Club (United Arab Emirates)

  • A leading women's football team in the UAE. Their success in the preliminary stage reflects the UAE's increasing focus on developing women’s football

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Group B

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• Melbourne City FC (Australia)

  • Qualified directly due to Australia’s high ranking in the AFC. Melbourne City are the reigning A-League Women Premiers.

• Kaya FC-Iloilo (Philippines)

  • The champions of the Philippines Women's League, bringing their nation's hopes to the group stage.

• College of Asian Scholars (Thailand)

  • A dominant force in Thailand's Women’s League, earned their spot in the Champions League. They are known for their attacking style and tactical strength

• Bam Khatoon (Iran)

  • One of Iran’s top women’s clubs, qualified by winning their preliminary matches. They’ve been a major force in Iranian women’s football​

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Group C

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• Urawa Red Diamonds Ladies (Japan)

  • One of Japan's most successful women's teams, having achieved great success in the WE League and previous Asian competitions.

• Ho Chi Minh City FC (Vietnam)

  • The top team in Vietnamese women's football, known for their domestic dominance. Representing the growing strength of women's football in the country. 

• Taichung Blue Whale Women's Football (Chinese Taipei)

  • A dominant force in the Taiwanese league, eager to make a mark on the continental stage.

• Odisha FC (India)

  • Qualified by winning the Indian Women's League and advancing through the preliminary rounds after defeating Jordan's Etihad Club.

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PLAYOFFS

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​The playoff stage of the 2024–25 AFC Women's Champions League will feature knockout rounds starting from the quarterfinals. This stage will include the top two teams from each group in the group stage, along with the two best third-placed teams, making a total of eight teams advancing to the knockout phase.

KNOCKOUT STAGE DATES 

Quarterfinals

• Dates: March 22-23, 2025 

• Format: Single-leg matches, with the higher-ranked teams hosting the games. The draw will determine the matchups after the group stage concludes.

Semifinals

• Dates: May 21, 2025 

• Location: The semifinals will be played at a central venue along with the final. These will be single-leg encounters as well.

Final 

• Date: May 24, 2025 

• Location: The final will take place at the same centralised location as the semifinals, crowning the first-ever AFC Women's Champions League winner.

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PRIZE MONEY​

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The financial stakes are also significant, with the tournament winner set to take home USD 1.3 million in prize money. Every participating team in the group stage will each receive a minimum of  USD 100,000.

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COPA LIBERTADORES FEMENINA

The 2024 Copa Libertadores Femenina is taking place in Paraguay from October 3 to 19, after an earlier plan to host it in Uruguay was changed. This will be Paraguay's third time hosting the tournament, having previously done so in 2017 and 2021.

 

TEAMS AND QUALIFICATION

The 16 participating teams come from 10 South American countries, each qualifying through their national leagues:
 

• Brazil: Corinthians (defending champions)

  • Qualified as Brazilian champions 2023

  • Four-time Copa Libertadores Femenina winners (2017, 2019, 2021, 2023)

• Brazil: Ferroviária

  • Qualified as Brazilian runners-up 2023

  • Two-time Copa Libertadores Femenina champions (2015, 2020)

• Brazil: Santos

  • Qualified as Brazilian third-placed team 2023

  • Two-time Copa Libertadores Femenina winners (2009, 2010)​

• Argentina: Boca Juniors

  • Qualified as Argentinian champions 2023

  • Two-time Copa Libertadores Femenina runners-up (2010, 2022)​

• Chile: Colo-Colo

  • Qualified as Chilean champions 2023

  • Copa Libertadores Femenina winners in 2012​

• Chile: Santiago Morning

  • Qualified as Chilean runners-up 2023

  • Best result in Copa Libertadore Femenina - Quarter-finals (2019, 2020, 2022)

• Colombia: Deportivo Cali

  • Qualified as Colombian champions 2024

  • Best Copa Libertadores Femenina result - Fourth place in 2022​

• Colombia: Santa Fe

  • Qualified as Colombian runners-up 2024​

  • Copa Libertadores Femenina runners-up in 2021

• Paraguay: Olimpia

  • Qualified as Paraguayan champions 2023

  • Reached quarterfinals in 2023 as best Copa Libertadores Femenina result

• Paraguay: Guaraní

  • Qualified as Paraguayan runners-up 2023​

  • First participation in Copa Libertadores Femenina

• Paraguay: Libertad

  • Qualified as Paraguayan third-placed team 2023​

  • Best result in Copa Libertadore Femenina - Group stage (2019, 2020, 2022, 2023)

• Uruguay: Peñarol

  • Qualified as Uruguayan champions 2023​

  • Best result in Copa Libertadore Femenina - Group stage  (2018, 2019, 2020)

• Bolivia: Club Always Ready

  • Qualified as Bolivian champions 2024​

  • Best result in Copa Libertadore Femenina - Group stage  (2022, 2023)

• Ecuador: Dragonas

  • Qualified as champions 2024 from Ecuador​

  • Best result in Copa Libertadore Femenina - Group stage  (2022)

• Peru: Alianza Lima

  • Qualified as Peruan champions 2024

  • Best result in Copa Libertadore Femenina - Quarter-finals (2021)

• Venezuela: ADIFFEM

  • Qualified as Venezuelan champions 2024​

  • First participation in Copa Libertadores Femenina

Each team qualified by winning or placing high in their domestic leagues, with Brazil being granted three spots due to its strong historical performance.

 

VENUES

Matches will be held in four venues across Asunción, Luque, and Ypané:

1. Estadio Defensores del Chaco (Asunción) – Capacity: 42,354
2. Estadio Arsenio Erico (Asunción) – Capacity: 7,500
3. CONMEBOL Stadium (Luque) – Capacity: 4,000
4. CARFEM Stadium (Ypané) – Capacity: 2,000

Group stage matches are divided between Estadio Arsenio Erico and CARFEM Stadium, while knockout stage matches, including the final, will be hosted at Defensores del Chaco and CONMEBOL Stadium.

 

MATCH OFFICIALS

The referees and assistant referees come from various South American nations:
 

• Argentina: Roberta Echeverría, Gisela Trucco, Carla López

• Bolivia: Adriana Farfán, Alejandra Quisbert

• Brazil: Charly Wendy Straub Deretti, Anne Kesy Gomes de Sá

• Chile: Dione Rissios, Marcia Castillo

• Colombia: Jenny Arias, Mayra Sánchez

• Ecuador: Marcelly Zambrano, Viviana Segura

• Paraguay: Zulma Quiñónez, Laura Miranda

• Peru: Elizabeth Tintaya, Mariana Aquino

• Uruguay: Nadia Fuques, Adela Sánchez

• Venezuela: Stefani Escobar, Elibith Higuera

 

GROUP STAGE AND FIXTURES

The tournament draw has placed the 16 teams into four groups, with matches scheduled across the different venues.

Here’s the group distribution:
 

• Group A: Corinthians, Boca Juniors, ADIFFEM, Libertad

• Group B: Olimpia, Colo-Colo, Club Always Ready, Santos

• Group C: Ferroviária, Dragonas, Peñarol, Santa Fe

• Group D: Deportivo Cali, Guaraní, Alianza Lima, Santiago Morning

Each group will have a round-robin format, with the top two teams advancing to the knockout rounds. The quarterfinals will be followed by semifinals, a third-place match, and the final, all of which will be held at Defensores del Chaco and CONMEBOL Stadium.

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GROUP A

 

3 October 2024​

• Corinthians – Boca Juniors 21:30 GMT (Estadio Arsenio Erico, Asunción)

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4 October 2024​

• ADIFFEM – Libertad  00:00 GMT (Estadio Arsenio Erico, Asunción)

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6 October 2024​

• Corinthians – ADIFFEM 21:30 GMT (Estadio Arsenio Erico, Asunción)

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7 October 2024​

• Boca Juniors – Libertad 00:00 GMT (Estadio Arsenio Erico, Asunción)

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9 October 2024​

• Libertad – Corinthians 21:30 GMT (Estadio Arsenio Erico, Asunción)

• Boca Juniors – ADIFFEM 21:30 GMT (CARFEM Stadium, Ypané)

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GROUP B

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3 October 2024​

• Olimpia – Colo-Colo 21:30 GMT (CARFEM Stadium, Ypané)

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4 October 2024​

• Always Ready – Santos  00:00 GMT (CARFEM Stadium, Ypané)

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6 October 2024​

• Olimpia – Always Ready 21:30 GMT (CARFEM Stadium, Ypané)

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7 October 2024​

• Colo-Colo – Santos 00:00 GMT (CARFEM Stadium, Ypané)

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10 October 2024​

• Santos – Olimpia 00:00 GMT (Estadio Arsenio Erico, Asunción)

• Colo-Colo – Always Ready 00:00 GMT (CARFEM Stadium, Ypané)

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GROUP C

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4 October 2024​

• Ferroviária – Dragonas IDV 21:30 GMT (Estadio Arsenio Erico, Asunción)

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5 October 2024​

• Peñarol – Santa Fe 00:00 GMT (Estadio Arsenio Erico, Asunción)

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7 October 2024​

• Ferroviária – Peñarol 21:30 GMT (Estadio Arsenio Erico, Asunción)

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8 October 2024​

• Dragonas IDV – Santa Fe 00:00 GMT (Estadio Arsenio Erico, Asunción)

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10 October 2024​

• Santa Fe – Ferroviária 21:30 GMT (Estadio Arsenio Erico, Asunción)

• Dragonas IDV – Peñarol 21:30 GMT (CARFEM Stadium, Ypané)

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GROUP D

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4 October 2024​

• Alianza Lima – Santiago Morning 21:30 GMT (CARFEM Stadium, Ypané)

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5 October 2024​

• Deportivo Cali – Guaraní  00:00 GMT (CARFEM Stadium, Ypané)

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7 October 2024​

• Deportivo Cali – Alianza Lima 21:30 GMT (CARFEM Stadium, Ypané)

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8 October 2024​

• Guaraní – Santiago Morning  00:00 GMT (CARFEM Stadium, Ypané)

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11 October 2024​

• Santiago Morning – Deportivo Cali  00:00 GMT (Estadio Arsenio Erico, Asunción)

• Guaraní – Alianza Lima 00:00 GMT (CARFEM Stadium, Ypané)

 

KNOCKOUT STAGE FORMAT

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• Quarterfinals: Top two teams from each group - October 12-13 (local time)

• Semifinals: Winners of the quarterfinals - October 16 (local time)

• Third Place Match: Semifinal losers - October 19 (local time)

• Final: Semifinal winners - October 19 (local time)

This year’s tournament promises excitement, with Corinthians aiming to defend their title against strong contenders like Boca Juniors, Ferroviária, Colo-Colo, and Deportivo Cali.​

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NATIONAL WOMEN'S SOCCER LEAGUE

National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) is the highest league of women's soccer/football in the United States

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Founded: 2012

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2024 Regular season: 16 March – 3 November

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Teams: 14

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2024 Expansion teams: Bay FC and Utah Royals (the latter returns)

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Rounds: 26

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2024 Playoff season: 9 November - 23 November 

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Season start: The season is scheduled to begin with the 2024 NWSL Challenge Cup, a Supercup match between the reigning playoff champion (NJ/NY Gotham FC) and NWSL Shield winner San Diego Wave FC, on March 15, 2024. The regular season will begin the following day. The league will pause for a month between July 8 and August 18 for the 2024 Summer Olympics.

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Format: The top eight teams in the final standings at the end of the NWSL season qualify for the playoffs and the quarter-finals.

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Relegation / Promotion: No relegation / promotion as NWSL is a franchise league 

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Current champions 2023: NJ/NY Gotham FC (1st title)

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Current NWSL Shield* 2023: San Diego Wave FC (1st shield)

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Top Scorer 2023: Sophia Smith (11 goals)

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Most championships: Portland Thorns FC (3 titles)

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Most NWSL Shields*: OL Reign and North Carolina Courage (3 shields each)

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*Annual award given to the team with the best regular season record

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UEFA WOMEN'S CHAMPIONS LEAGUE

A total of teams from various associations will compete in the 2024/25 UEFA Women’s Champions League, marking the final season under its current format. The first-round draw included many clubs, with more teams entering in later stages and some directly joining the group stage. Among the notable participants are Barcelona, Arsenal, Frankfurt, Lyon, and Wolfsburg. Several teams will make their debut, including Crvena zvezda, Galatasaray, and Hammarby.

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When do teams enter?

• The entry list is based on UEFA’s association club rankings from the 2022/23 season.

• The title holders and champions of the top three ranked associations (France, Germany, Spain) automatically enter the group stage. Since Barcelona are both the title holders and the Spanish champions, the champions of the fourth-ranked association, England, also join the group stage. This brings Chelsea alongside Barcelona, Lyon, and Bayern München in the group stage.

• The champions of other associations join through the champions path. Teams from the associations ranked fifth to seventh (Italy, Sweden, Czechia) start in round 2, while the champions of lower-ranked associations, starting from eighth and excluding Russia, begin in round 1.

• Runners-up from the top six ranked associations (France, Germany, Spain, England, Italy, Sweden) join in round 2 of the league path.

• Third-placed teams from these six associations, as well as the runners-up from the next highest-ranked ten associations (Czechia, Denmark, Portugal, Netherlands, Norway, Scotland, Austria, Ukraine, Iceland, Belarus), enter in round 1 of the league path.

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Key Contenders for the Group Stage:

Direct entrants to group stage:

• Barcelona (holders)

• Lyon

• Bayern München

• Chelsea

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Champions Path – Seven teams will qualify for the group stage:

Enter in Round 2:

• Slavia Praha

• Roma

• Hammarby

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Enter in Round 1:

• Benfica

• St. Pölten

• BIIK-Shymkent

• Twente

• Vllaznia

• Vålerenga

• Vorskla Poltava

• Apollon LFC

• Anderlecht

• Valur

• SFK 2000 Sarajevo

• Ferencváros

• Servette FCF

• Mura

• Gintra

• Dinamo-BSUPC

• PAOK

• Breznica

• Racing FC Union Luxembourg

• Mitrovica

• KuPS Kuopio

• Osijek

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Unseeded in Pot 2:

• Birkirkara

• RFS

• Tallinna FC Flora

• Qiryat Gat

• Celtic

• Agarista CSF Anenii Noi 2020

• Lanchkhuti

• NSA Sofia

• KÍ Klaksvík

• Nordsjælland

• Spartak Myjava

• Peamount United

• Glentoran

• Ljuboten

• Crvena zvezda

• Cardiff City

• Pogoń Szczecin

• Farul Constanta

• Galatasaray

• Pyunik

• Neftçi

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League Path – Five teams will qualify for the group stage:

Enter in Round 2:

• Paris Saint-Germain

• Wolfsburg

• Real Madrid

• Manchester City

• Juventus

• Häcken

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Enter in Round 1:

• Arsenal

• Atlético de Madrid

• Paris FC

• Sparta Praha

• Eintracht Frankfurt

• Ajax

• Brøndby

• FC Minsk

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Unseeded in Pot 2:

• Breidablik

• Fiorentina

• Rosenborg

• Sporting CP

• Linköping

• Rangers

• First Vienna

• Kolos Kovalivka

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All of these teams will compete at various stages based on their rankings, performances, and national association standings from previous seasons.

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FIFA U-17 WOMEN'S WORLD CUP 2024

The 2024 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup will be held in the Dominican Republic from October 16 to November 3, 2024. This tournament represents an exciting moment for youth women’s football, featuring 16 teams from across the globe competing to claim the coveted title. 

 

Host Nation

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The Dominican Republic, hosting its first FIFA event, will aim to make an impact both on and off the pitch, celebrating the development of football in the Caribbean.

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Participating Teams

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The tournament will consist of 16 national teams from various FIFA confederations. These teams have qualified through continental competitions and include:

1. Dominican Republic (Host)

2. Japan 

3. South Korea

4. North Korea

5. Kenya

6. Nigeria

7. Zambia

8. United States

9. Mexico

10. Brazil

11. Colombia

12. Ecuador

13. New Zealand

14. England

15. Poland

16. Spain

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Venues

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The matches will take place across two stadiums in two major cities:

• Estadio Olímpico Félix Sánchez (Santo Domingo) 

• Estadio Cibao FC (Santiago)

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Tournament Structure

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The tournament starts with a group stage, where the 16 teams are divided into four groups (A, B, C, D) with four teams each. Every team plays the others in its group once, and the top two teams from each group advance to the knockout stage.

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Group Stage Fixtures

 

All times are local, AST (UTC−4)

 

Group A: Dominican Republic, Ecuador, New Zealand, Nigeria

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16 October 2024

• New Zealand vs Nigeria 16:00

  • Estadio Cibao FC, Santiago de los Caballeros

• Dominican Republic vs Ecuador 19:00

  • Estadio Cibao FC, Santiago de los Caballeros

 

19 October 2024

• Nigeria vs Ecuador 16:00

  • Estadio Cibao FC, Santiago de los Caballeros

• Dominican Republic vs New Zealand 19:00

  • Estadio Cibao FC, Santiago de los Caballeros

 

22 October 2024

• Nigeria vs Dominican Republic 19:00

  • Estadio Félix Sánchez, Santo Domingo

• Ecuador vs New Zealand 19:00

  • Estadio Cibao FC, Santiago de los Caballerosaz

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Group B: Spain, United States, South Korea, Colombia

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16 October 2024

• Spain v United States 16:00

  • Estadio Félix Sánchez, Santo Domingo

• South Korea v Colombia 19:00

  • Estadio Félix Sánchez, Santo Domingo

 

19 October 2024

• Spain vs South Korea 16:00

  • Estadio Félix Sánchez, Santo Domingo

• Colombia vs United States 19:00

  • Estadio Félix Sánchez, Santo Domingo

 

22 October 2024

• United States vs South Korea 16:00

  • Estadio Cibao FC, Santiago de los Caballeros

• Colombia vs Spain 16:00

  • Estadio Félix Sánchez, Santo Domingo

 

Group C: North Korea, Mexico, Kenya, England

 

17 October 2024

• North Korea vs Mexico 16:00

  • Estadio Cibao FC, Santiago de los Caballeros

• Kenya vs England 19:00

  • Estadio Cibao FC, Santiago de los Caballeros

 

20 October 2024

• North Korea vs Kenya 16:00

  • Estadio Cibao FC, Santiago de los Caballeros

• England vs Mexico 19:00

  • Estadio Cibao FC, Santiago de los Caballeros

 

23 October 2024

• England vs North Korea 19:00

  • Estadio Cibao FC, Santiago de los Caballeros

• Mexico vs Kenya 19:00

  • Estadio Félix Sánchez, Santo Domingo
     

Group D: Japan, Poland, Brazil, Zambia

 

17 October 2024

• Japan vs Poland 16:00

  • Estadio Félix Sánchez, Santo Domingo

• Brazil vs Zambia 19:00

  • Estadio Félix Sánchez, Santo Domingo

 

20 October 2024

• Japan vs Brazil 16:00

  • Estadio Félix Sánchez, Santo Domingo

• Zambia vs Poland 19:00

  • Estadio Félix Sánchez, Santo Domingo

 

23 October 2024

• Zambia vs Japan 16:00

  • Estadio Félix Sánchez, Santo Domingo

• Poland vs Brazil 16:00

  • Estadio Cibao FC, Santiago de los Caballeros

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Knockout Stage

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After the group stage, the tournament progresses to the knockout stage, which includes the quarter-finals, semi-finals, third-place match, and the final.

 

Quarter-finals: The top two teams from each group advance to the quarter-finals, which will be held on October 30-31, 2024. The matchups will be determined by the rankings in each group (e.g., 1st from Group A vs. 2nd from Group B).

 

Semi-finals: Winners from the quarter-finals will move on to the semi-finals, which are scheduled for November 2, 2024.

 

Third-place Match and Final: The third-place match will also take place on November 3, 2024, followed by the final later that day to determine the 2024 U-17 Women's World Cup champion.

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UEFA WOMEN'S EURO 2025 QUALIFYING

The UEFA Women's Euro 2025 qualifying competition will determine the 15 teams joining host Switzerland in the final tournament. It comprises a league stage and final tournament play-offs, following the conclusion of the 2023–24 Women's Nations League in April 2024.

 

Teams are split into three leagues:

1. A (16 teams)

2. B (16 teams)

3. C (19 teams)

Each team's position is based on the previous UEFA Women's Nations League results.

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LEAGUE A (incl. ranking)

1 Netherlands

2 Spain

3 France

4 Germany

5 Italy

6 Denmark

7 England

8 Austria

9 Norway

10 Belgium

11 Sweden

12 Iceland

13 Finland

14 Czech Republic

15 Republic of Ireland

16 Poland

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LEAGUE B (incl. ranking)

17 Switzerland

18 Scotland

19 Portugal

20 Wales

21 Hungary

22 Serbia

23 Bosnia and Herzegovina

24 Croatia

25 Turkey

26 Slovakia

27 Northern Ireland

28 Ukraine

29 Azerbaijan

30 Israel

31 Malta

32 Kosovo

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LEAGUE C (incl. ranking)​

33 Belarus

34 Slovenia

35 Greece

36 Romania

37 Albania

38 Lithuania

39 Latvia

40 Montenegro

41 Bulgaria

42 Estonia

43 Cyprus

44 North Macedonia

45 Andorra

46 Kazakhstan

47 Luxembourg

48 Georgia

49 Moldova

50 Faroe Islands

51 Armenia

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Matches are played over six matchdays, with teams competing in groups of four or three.

 

The primary goals are Euro 2025 qualification and positioning for the 2025–26 UEFA Women's Nations League. The top two teams in each League A group qualify directly for Euro 2025, while the remaining spots are decided through play-offs in October to December 2024.

 

Promotion and relegation occur before the 2025–26 UEFA Women's Nations League but don't affect Euro 2025 play-offs. Teams are promoted or relegated based on league performance.

 

All 55 UEFA national teams could submit entries by March 23, 2023. However, Russia was barred due to a suspension, while Gibraltar, Liechtenstein, and San Marino didn't participate. Teams were divided into leagues based on overall rankings and promotion/relegation matches.

 

The schedule includes the qualifying group stage from April to July 2024 and play-offs in October and December 2024.

 

PLAY-OFFS

The UEFA Women’s European Qualifiers play-off ties have been set to determine the final seven teams that will join the already qualified squads for the 2025 Women’s EURO in Switzerland. The play-offs will take place over two rounds: the first from October 23-29, 2024, and the second from November 27-December 3, 2024. These matches will decide the last seven spots for the tournament, with teams like Norway, Sweden, and Belgium among the contenders. 

 

In the first play-off round, teams are divided into two paths. Path 1 involves third- and fourth-placed teams from League A facing off against League C's top teams. Meanwhile, in Path 2, League B’s top finishers compete against other high-ranking teams from the league. Notably, Norway and Sweden, both former champions, are vying for a spot

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The draw for the final tournament will be held on December 16, 2024, with the competition itself scheduled for July 2-27, 2025.

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Ballon d'Or Féminin

History

The Ballon d'Or Féminin was established in 2018 by France Football, aimed at recognizing the best female football player in the world. This award mirrors the prestigious Ballon d'Or, which has celebrated male players since 1956. The introduction of the women's award was a significant step towards acknowledging the growing popularity and talent in women's football.

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The award is determined by a panel of international journalists who vote based on players' performances over the calendar year. The voting criteria include individual and team performances, as well as overall impact on the sport.

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Previous Winners

Since its inception, the Ballon d'Or Féminin has been awarded to several exceptional players:

• 2018: Ada Hegerberg (Norway) - The first winner of the award, Hegerberg was recognized for her incredible season with Olympique Lyonnais, where she scored 15 goals in the UEFA Women’s Champions League.

• 2019: Megan Rapinoe (USA) - Rapinoe's outstanding performance at the FIFA Women's World Cup, where she led the US to victory, earned her the title.

• 2020: No award was given due to the COVID-19 pandemic disrupting the football calendar.

• 2021: Alexia Putellas (Spain) - The Barcelona midfielder had a phenomenal year, helping her club to a treble and winning the UEFA Women's Player of the Year.

• 2022: Alexia Putellas (Spain) - She won the award for the second consecutive year, solidifying her status as one of the top players in women’s football.

• 2023: Aitana Bonmatí (Spain) -  Won the award for her outstanding performances during the season, playing a pivotal role in FC Barcelona's success and helping Spain secure the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup title. Her exceptional vision, skill, and leadership on the field showcased her as one of the best midfielders in the world.

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2024 Player Nominees

The nominees for the 2024 Ballon d'Or Féminin have been announced, showcasing some of the top talent in women's football. Here’s a list of the nominees, including their nationality, club, and reasons for their nomination:

1. Barba Banda

   • Nationality: Zambia

   • Club: Orlando Pride (United States)

   • Reason for Nomination: Exceptional performance as a forward, showcasing her skill in both international and club competitions.

2. Aitana Bonmatí

   • Nationality: Spain

   • Club: Barcelona (Spain)

   • Reason for Nomination: Key midfielder for Barcelona and Spain, instrumental in winning domestic and international titles.

3. Lucy Bronze

   • Nationality: England

   • Club: Chelsea FC (England)

   • Reason for Nomination: Renowned defender, recognized for her leadership and defensive prowess on a top club level.

4. Mariona Caldentey

   • Nationality: Spain

   • Club: Arsenal (England)

   • Reason for Nomination: Consistent forward, known for her scoring ability and contributions to previous club Barcelona's success.

5. Tabitha Chawinga

   • Nationality: Malawi

   • Club: Lyon (France)

   • Reason for Nomination: Outstanding forward, making significant impacts in both domestic and international play.

6. Grace Geyoro

   • Nationality: France

   • Club: Paris Saint-Germain (France)

   • Reason for Nomination: Dynamic midfielder, key player for PSG and recognized for her contributions in the French national team.

7. Manuela Giugliano

   • Nationality: Italy

   • Club: Roma (Italy)

   • Reason for Nomination: Talented midfielder known for her creativity and playmaking abilities, vital for Roma's campaigns.

8. Caroline Graham Hansen

   • Nationality: Norway

   • Club: Barcelona (Spain)

   • Reason for Nomination: Impactful defender and forward, contributing to Barcelona's attacking plays and defensive solidity.

9. Patricia Guijarro

   • Nationality: Spain

   • Club: Barcelona (Spain)

   • Reason for Nomination: Influential midfielder recognized for her technical skills and contributions in crucial matches.

10. Giulia Gwinn

    • Nationality: Germany

    • Club: Bayern Munich (Germany)

    • Reason for Nomination: Strong midfielder, known for her versatility and consistent performances in both club and national team settings.

11. Yui Hasegawa

    • Nationality: Japan

    • Club: Manchester City (England)

    • Reason for Nomination: Creative midfielder, recognized for her skill and impact in the English league.

12. Ada Hegerberg

    • Nationality: Norway

    • Club: Lyon (France)

    • Reason for Nomination: One of the top forwards globally, known for her goal-scoring ability and contributions to Lyon’s successes.

13. Lauren Hemp

    • Nationality: England

    • Club: Manchester City (England)

    • Reason for Nomination: Dynamic forward, recognized for her pace and ability to change games.

14. Lindsey Horan

    • Nationality: United States

    • Club: Lyon (France)

    • Reason for Nomination: Versatile midfielder, important for both Lyon and the US national team.

15. Lauren James

    • Nationality: England

    • Club: Chelsea (England)

    • Reason for Nomination: Emerging star forward, making significant contributions in key matches.

16. Marie-Antoinette Katoto

    • Nationality: France

    • Club: Paris Saint-Germain (France)

    • Reason for Nomination: Prominent forward known for her goal-scoring capabilities and pivotal role in PSG's attack.

17. Alyssa Naeher

    • Nationality: United States

    • Club: Chicago Red Stars (United States)

    • Reason for Nomination: Renowned goalkeeper, recognized for her performances in crucial games for club and country.

18. Sjoeke Nüsken

    • Nationality: Germany

    • Club: Chelsea (England)

    • Reason for Nomination: Talented midfielder with impactful performances in both domestic and international competitions.

19. Ewa Pajor

    • Nationality: Poland

    • Club: Barcelona (Spain)

    • Reason for Nomination: Skilled forward, known for her scoring ability.

20. Salma Paralluelo

    • Nationality: Spain

    • Club: Barcelona (Spain)

    • Reason for Nomination: Rising talent, recognized for her impactful performances and potential in the sport.

21. Gabi Portilho

    • Nationality: Brazil

    • Club: Corinthians (Brazil)

    • Reason for Nomination: Strong forward, making significant impacts in Brazilian football and international competitions.

22. Alexia Putellas

    • Nationality: Spain

    • Club: Barcelona (Spain)

    • Reason for Nomination: World-renowned midfielder, celebrated for her leadership and contributions to Barcelona's successes.

23. Mayra Ramírez

    • Nationality: Colombia

    • Club: Chelsea (England)

    • Reason for Nomination: Emerging forward known for her talent and impact in the league.

24. Trinity Rodman

    • Nationality: United States

    • Club: Washington Spirit (United States)

    • Reason for Nomination: Young forward making waves in the league, known for her skill and potential.

25. Lea Schüller

    • Nationality: Germany

    • Club: Bayern Munich (Germany)

    • Reason for Nomination: Talented forward known for her goal-scoring ability and important contributions in matches.

26. Khadija Shaw

    • Nationality: Jamaica

    • Club: Manchester City (England)

    • Reason for Nomination: Prolific forward, recognized for her impactful play in both club and international competitions.

27. Sophia Smith

    • Nationality: United States

    • Club: Portland Thorns (United States)

    • Reason for Nomination: Emerging star forward with a notable impact in the league and on the national team.

28. Mallory Swanson

    • Nationality: United States

    • Club: Chicago Red Stars (United States)

    • Reason for Nomination: Dynamic forward recognized for her scoring ability and contributions to her team's success.

29. Tarciane

    • Nationality: Brazil

    • Club: Houston Dash (United States)

    • Reason for Nomination: Strong defender, recognized for her performances in the NWSL.

30. Glódís Viggósdóttir

    • Nationality: Iceland

    • Club: Bayern Munich (Germany)

    • Reason for Nomination: Talented defender, making significant contributions to her club’s defensive line.

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2024 Women's Club Nominees

Five clubs are nominated for the 2024 Women's Club of the Year Award​

•  FC Barcelona

•  Chelsea FC

•  Olympique Lyonnais

•  NJ/NY Gotham FC

•  Paris Saint-Germain

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2024 Women's Coach Nominees

Six coaches are nominated for the 2024 Women's Coach of the Year Award

• Sonia Bompastor. Coached Lyon and now in Chelsea

• Arthur Elias. Coached Corinthians, and now Brazil

• Jonatan Giráldez. Coached Barcelona and now in Washington Spirit

• Emma Hayes. Coached Chelsea and now for United States

• Filipa Patão. Coach Benfica

• Sarina Wiegman. Coach England

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Date and Venue for the 2024 Award

The 2024 Ballon d'Or Féminin ceremony is set to take place on October 29, 2024, at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, France. This prestigious venue has hosted numerous significant events in the world of football and culture, making it a fitting location for such an important occasion.

 

2024 Award Hosts

• Sandy Heribert

• Didier Drogba

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