QB weekly: 2. 11. - 8. 11. 2026

Another week of women’s football has gone by, and there has been no shortage of excitement. The U17 World Cup has crowned its new queens, a legend is saying goodbye, and women’s football is making its mark on pop culture too. Here’s your QB Weekly!

Nigeria made history

After three weeks of football in Morocco, the FIFA U17 Women's World Cup has crowned its new champions. And history has been made! Nigeria defeated Japan 2:1 in Saturday's final to become the first African nation to win the tournament and the first African women's team to claim a FIFA world title at any age level. Goals from Awawu Bashiru and Oluebube Umejiaku secured the historic victory, despite Japan's late fightback. It is Nigeria's first title in the competition and a landmark moment for African women's football.

Horror news for young talent

And now for some sad news. Fanny Peterson is undoubtedly one of the brightest young talents in European football. At just 16, she shone in the Europa Cup, scoring twice to send Hammarby into the final. Despite her young age, she recently celebrated her 17th birthday, Peterson has already established herself as a key part of Hammarby's squad, making her mark in both the Damallsvenskan and Sweden's youth national teams. Unfortunately, we won't see her on the pitch for some time after she suffered an ACL tear. Wishing you a speedy recovery, Fanny!

You can still vote for Fanny in LaPrincesa award!

Mary Earps suprised fans with some wonderful news

And now for some happier news! Former England international goalkeeper Mary Earps recently celebrated her return to the WSL. After several seasons at PSG, she returned to England this summer, joining London City Lionesses. But Earps had an even bigger reason to celebrate off the pitch. This week, she announced on Instagram that she and her partner Kitty had welcomed a baby boy named Xander into their family. Congratulations to them both!

End of an era: Jess Fishlock retires

Wales legend Jess Fishlock has officially retired at the age of 39 after Seattle Reign suffered a 1:0 defeat to Gotham FC in the NWSL play-off quarter-finals. Fishlock began her career at Cardiff City in 2002 and went on to play in eight countries, winning the Champions League with both Frankfurt and Lyon. 

She also spent 14 seasons with Seattle Reign, winning three NWSL Shields. At international level, she remains Wales' record appearance holder and goalscorer, with 166 caps and 48 goals. But Fishlock is not leaving football behind completely. She will join Wales' coaching staff for their upcoming World Cup play-off against Norway.

Marta's story is coming to the big screen!

Women's football is making its mark on the big screen too! The first teaser for Marta, a biographical film about Brazilian football legend Marta Vieira da Silva, has been released. The film will follow her journey from her childhood in Dois Riachos, Brazil, to becoming one of the greatest footballers of all time. It will also explore her career in Sweden, where she enjoyed great success with Umeå IK. Brazilian actress Alice Carvalho will play Marta, with Andrucha Waddington directing. The film is set to premiere on 8 April 2027.

Sam Kerr's story is coming to television!

And Marta is not the only football star whose story is heading to the screen! Australian captain Sam Kerr is getting her own television series too. Sam Kerr Kicking Goals, based on the children's books co-written by Kerr and Fiona Harris, will follow the Matildas captain as an 11-year-old growing up in Western Australia. Filming is set to begin in early 2027, with casting already underway to find the young actress who will play Kerr. The series will be released on Paramount+ in 2027, with Kerr herself serving as an executive producer.

Häcken won back to back Damallsvenskan title

The Damallsvenskan season is drawing to a close, and the champions have already been crowned. BK Häcken have claimed the Swedish women's league title once again! For head coach Eleni Sadiku, who joined the club at the beginning of the season, it is her second trophy with Häcken, following their Europa Cup triumph. Felicia Schröder also played a major role in their success. Although the young forward left for Real Madrid in the summer, she returned to Gothenburg to celebrate the title with her former teammates. Both Schröder and Sadiku were also nominated for Ballon d'Or. Schröder as young talent, Sadinku as manager of the year.