Aston Villa surprised favorites Manchester United on their home turf, winning 1-0. Miri Taylor scored the only goal of the match in the 35th minute.
The London derby, which took place at the Emirates in front of more than 50,000 spectators, ended in a draw. However, the match was accompanied by controversy after Stina Blackstenius's goal was controversially disallowed.
Mia Hamant, the standout goalkeeper for the University of Washington Huskies women’s soccer team, has tragically passed away at 21 after a courageous fight against Stage 4 kidney cancer. Her teammates, coaches and the entire Husky community have paid tribute to her strength, impact and spirit.
Seventeen players are competing for The Best FIFA Football Awards™ title, and you can choose the best one.
William Strömberg, who has served as assistant coach under Martin Sjögren, will take over as head coach of Hammarby IF at the end of the season.
Long time Barcelona assistant coach Rafel Navarro has been appointed as the new head coach of the Switzerland women’s national football team, following the departure of Pia Sundhage.
At the end-of-season awards, Leah Williamson was honoured with the Golden Player Woman award, while rising star Michelle Agyemang claimed the European Golden Girl title—celebrating their standout contributions for Arsenal Women and the England national team.
European qualification for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027 kicks off in early 2026, featuring a three-league format (League A, B, C) with group winners securing automatic spots and complex play-offs deciding the remaining places. Old rivals meet again - England in League A will face Spain.
