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☆ U.S. women’s national team coach Vlatko Andonovski resigns after early World Cup exit, AP source says
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-17 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

U.S. women's national team coach Vlatko Andonovski has resigned, a person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press on Wednesday. The move comes less than two weeks after the Americans were knocked out of the Women's World Cup earlier than ever before. The four-time tournament champions struggled throughout the World Cup. The United States had never finished worse that third at the World Cup. The 46-year-old Andonovski was named coach of the United States in October 2019, taking over for Jill Ellis, who led the United States to back-to-back World Cup titles.

Persons: Vlatko Andonovski, Crystal Dunn, Portugal —, Jill Ellis Organizations: FIFA, New Zealand, Melbourne, women's, Associated Press, Netherlands, Sweden, U.S, United Locations: New, Sweden, Melbourne, Naarm, Australia, Vietnam, Portugal, United States

☆ US women need best coach regardless of sex - World Cup winner Ellis
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-17 | by ( Nick Mulvenney | Thomson Reuters | Leads Coverage Of Sport Across The Asia-Pacific. Still Reports On The Full Panoply Of Sport. Many Olympics World Cups World Championships Grand Slams Grands Prix | ) www.reuters.com time to read: +3 min

[1/3] Jul 27, 2023; Wellington, NZL; United States midfielder Rose Lavelle (16) reacts with head coach Vlatko Andonovski during the second half in a group stage match for the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup at Wellington Regional Stadium. Andonovski resigned as coach on Wednesday, multiple U.S. media outlets reported, following the four-times champions' early exit from the Women's World Cup this month. Andonovski faced sky-high expectations when he took over nearly four years ago, after Ellis had guided the team to back-to-back World Cup triumphs. But in terms of gender, what we know is that in the last however many major tournaments, I think women have done alright." Since 2000, all but one of the major women's football titles - the Women's World Cup, Women's Euros and the Olympics - have been won by teams coached by women.

Persons: Rose Lavelle, Vlatko Andonovski, Jenna Watson, Jill Ellis, Andonovski, Ellis, There's, Sarina Wiegman, they're, it's, Nick Mulvenney, Andrew Cawthorne Organizations: FIFA, Wellington Regional, USA, Rights, Former United States women's, Tokyo, Australia, Spain, Thomson Locations: Wellington, NZL, United States, Sydney, Australia, New Zealand, Sweden, England

That's down from 13% of Nike's women's team products which sold out during the same tournament in 2019, the data shows. For that reason, marketers must bear in mind the risk that the growing fanbase could see their support for women's soccer as disingenuous. To recognize the impact grassroots teams have in creating excitement about women's soccer, Adobe's ad also featured London-based community women's soccer clubs Peaches FC and Baesianz FC, said Sabina Strasser, Senior Director, Brand Experience EMEA at Adobe. Sporting goods retailer Fanatics has more than 475 U.S. women's team products for sale this year, up from about 175 in 2019, the company told Reuters. As of Monday, the generic Adidas Women's World Cup soccer ball was among its top sellers in FIFA World Cup Gear.

Persons: Sam Kerr, Carl Recine, Megan Rapinoe, Alex Morgan, Grace Geyoro, Martine Rose, Nike's, Jan Runau, Yvonne Henderson, Bob Dorfman, England's Lionesses, Mary Earps, Bjorn Gulden, Sabina Strasser, Amy Tennery, Sheila Dang, Kate Masters, Shri Navaratnam Organizations: Soccer, Nike FC, REUTERS, Adidas, misstep, U.S, Nike, FIFA, Sporting Goods, Women's, Asisat, United States Women’s, Pricing, In, Pinnacle Advertising, Germany's Bayern Munich women's, Peaches FC, Baesianz FC, Brand, EMEA, Adobe, Sporting, Reuters, U.S ., Thomson Locations: Sydney, Australia, AUCKLAND, New Zealand, DICK's, U.S, French, Barcelona, England, Sweden, Spain, Tuesday's, Germany, London, Auckland, Dallas , Texas, New York

☆ Trump mocks Megan Rapinoe, blames Biden for USWNT's historic early World Cup elimination: 'Nice shot Megan, the USA is going to Hell!!!'
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-07 | by ( Brent D. Griffiths | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Former President Donald Trump mocked US soccer star Megan Rapinoe for missing a crucial penalty kick. Trump said that USWNT's historic World Cup elimination was an example of "WOKE EQUALS FAILURE." The former president and other conservative commentators have long had a tortured relationship with the women's national team. The US women's team was coming off two-straight World Cup wins that had bolstered their legacy as the world's most dominant squad. @USWNT, you've made your country proud," Biden wrote on Twitter.

Persons: Donald Trump, Megan Rapinoe, Trump, Biden, Crooked Joe Biden, Megan, MAGA, Rapinoe, Max Miller, Clay Travis, you've, Piers Morgan, that's, Morgan Organizations: Service, US Women's Soccer, U.S, Women's Soccer Team, women's, Ohio Republican, Twitter, US Women's National, US, The New York Locations: Wall, Silicon, Sweden, America, USA, Ohio, American

Women's World Cup live streams are plenteous now that the round of 16 is finally here. How to watch USA vs. Sweden free live stream from anywhereWhile various countries offer free Women's World Cup live streams (more options are popping up with the round of 16 and heading into finals brackets), most only provide them for select games. ITVX will stream USA vs. Sweden online for free for everyone. How to watch USA vs. Sweden Women's World Cup with a VPNSign up for a VPN if you don't have one. How to watch USA vs. Sweden live streams in the USAFox and Fox Sports 1 have the English language streaming and broadcast rights to the US Women's World Cup live streams.

Persons: Alex Morgan, Megan Rapinoe, ExpressVPN, Peacock Organizations: USA, Fox, US Women's, USA Fox, Fox Sports, Telemundo, FIFA, FOX, BBC Locations: Sweden, USA, England, Nigeria, BBC Australia, Denmark, Colombia, Jamaica, ITVX France, Morocco

☆ Philippines coach to depart after World Cup exit
▼ + stars: | 2023-08-01 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +1 min

Soccer Football - FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia and New Zealand 2023 - Group A - Norway v Philippines - Eden Park, Auckland, New Zealand - July 30, 2023 Philippines coach Alen Stajcic looks dejected after Philippines are knocked out of the World Cup REUTERS/David RowlandAUCKLAND, Aug 1 (Reuters) - Philippines coach Alen Stajcic will not renew his contract with the women's national team after their exit from the Women's World Cup, the Philippine Football Federation said on Tuesday. Their campaign ended on a disappointing note as they fell 6-0 to 1995 champions Norway on Sunday, as they missed the knockout stages. "Beating New Zealand on home soil and scoring our first World Cup goal and getting our first win was the things that dreams are made of," Stajcic said in a statement. It showed that football does belong in the Philippines," he added. Assistant coach Nahuel Arrarte, whose contract also expired at the end of the Philippines World Cup run, will also not be returning, the federation said.

Persons: Alen Stajcic, David Rowland AUCKLAND, Stajcic, shivers, Nahuel Arrarte, Amy Tennery, Muralikumar Organizations: Soccer Football, FIFA, World, women's, Philippine Football Federation, New Zealand, Norway, Filipinas, Philippines, Thomson Locations: New Zealand, Norway, Philippines, Eden, Auckland , New Zealand, Switzerland, New, Zealand, Auckland

If you're seeking a Women's World Cup live stream to watch USA take on Portugal, we can help. How to watch USA vs. Portugal live stream from anywhereWhile various countries offer free Women's World Cup live streams, most only provide them for select games. How to watch USA vs. Portugal Women's World Cup with a VPNSign up for a VPN if you don't have one. How to watch USA vs. Portugal live streams in the USAFox and Fox Sports 1 have the English language streaming and broadcast rights to the US Women's World Cup live streams. For help tracking down these games, check out our complete guide on how to watch FIFA Women's World Cup live streams.

Persons: ExpressVPN, Peacock Organizations: USA, United, United States women's, Vietnam, USA Fox, Fox Sports, Telemundo, FIFA, FOX, ITVX, BBC Locations: Portugal, USA, United States, Netherlands, Vietnam, ITVX Vietnam, China, ITVX Haiti, Denmark, Argentina, Sweden, BBC South Africa, Italy, BBC Panama, France, Jamaica, Brazil, Korea, Germany, BBC Morocco, Colombia

☆ US thrive on pressure of do-or-die group stage match, says Rapinoe
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-30 | by ( Amy Tennery | ) www.reuters.com time to read: +3 min

[1/2] Jul 22, 2023; Auckland, NZL; USA forward Megan Rapinoe (15) in action against Vietnam in the second half of a group stage match in the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup at Eden Park. Mandatory Credit: Jenna Watson-USA TODAY SportsAUCKLAND, July 30 (Reuters) - The United States are built to handle the pressure of their do-or-die final group stage match, veteran Megan Rapinoe said, with everything on the line against Portugal on Tuesday at the Women's World Cup. I mean, I think that that is something that just always gets passed down through the generations of this team," Rapinoe told reporters. "This is just the pressure in general being at the World Cup - this moment is going to come no matter what. Playing in her fourth World Cup, this year's tournament undeniably carries more meaning for the 38-year-old forward, as she previously announced she would retire at the end of her club season.

Persons: Megan Rapinoe, Jenna Watson, Rapinoe, Ballon, Lindsey Horan, it's, we've, Amy Tennery, Lincoln Organizations: Vietnam, FIFA, USA, Sports AUCKLAND, Portugal, U.S ., Australia, Sweden, Japan, women's, Thomson Locations: Auckland, NZL, USA, Eden, United States, Netherlands, U.S

☆ Canada women reach interim pay deal amid FA's financial turmoil
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-28 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

July 28 (Reuters) - The Canadian women's national team reached an interim agreement with Canada Soccer to secure compensation for 2023, the players said on Friday, amid the governing body's financial constraints. loading"We have been forced to choose between compensation and the funding required to hold necessary training camps," women's national team players said in a statement posted on the social media of the Canadian Soccer Players' Association (CSPA). loading"We have been forced to choose between receiving a fair share of the rewards from our teams' successes at the World Cups and our commitment to equal pay and equal treatment with our Men's National Team. "While there are many important items remaining for future negotiation... we have worked... to make sure this... agreement ensures, at minimum, equal pay with our Men's National Team, within the constraints created by Canada Soccer's financial situation. Canada are second in Group B of the Women's World Cup following a goalless draw with Nigeria and a 2-1 win over Ireland.

Persons: Canada's men's, Anita Kobylinska, Christian Radnedge Organizations: Canadian women's, Canada Soccer, Canadian Soccer Players ', Men's National, Men's National Team, Ireland, Thomson Locations: Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Nigeria, Gdansk

☆ Women's sports are surging in popularity and driving record World Cup viewership. Here are the top 10 advertisers cashing in.
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-28 | by ( Margaret Fleming | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

The Women's World Cup is a big focus for brands to reach a growing audience. The US Women's National Team's latest Women's World Cup match against the Netherlands drew record viewership on July 26, with around 6.4 million viewers. Most of those eyeballs came from the NCAA women's basketball tournament, for which the company had 141 million household views. The Women's World Cup, which kicked off July 20 in Australia and New Zealand, offers another significant opportunity for companies to reach the growing audience of women's sports fans. July 28, 2023: This story has been updated to reflect viewership for the latest USWNT match in the Women's World Cup.

Persons: it's, Jeff Kearney, Buick, Molly Peck, Peck, Marisstella Marinkovic, Ally Organizations: Buick, Nissan, US, Fox Sports, WNBA, NWSL, Gatorade, Lexus, DIRECTV, Armour, Nielsen Sports, NCAA, ESPN, Ally, Google, Nike, Subway, Volkswagen Locations: Netherlands, Australia, New Zealand, Wells Fargo

☆ The 10 biggest brands advertising in women's sports as viewership reaches new heights and the World Cup takes center stage
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-26 | by ( Margaret Fleming | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

The Women's World Cup is a big focus for brands to reach a growing audience. The first match of US Women's National Team in the Women's World Cup averaged an audience of 5.3 million viewers on July 21, according to the Associated Press. The AP reported that viewership increased 99% from the team's first match of the 2019 World Cup, per Fox and Nielsen. Most of those eyeballs came from the NCAA women's basketball tournament, for which the company had 141 million household views. The Women's World Cup, which kicked off July 20 in Australia and New Zealand, offers another significant opportunity for companies to reach the growing audience of women's sports fans.

Persons: it's, Jeff Kearney, Buick, Molly Peck, Peck, Marisstella Marinkovic, Ally Organizations: Buick, Nissan, Women's National Team, Associated Press, AP, Fox, Nielsen, WNBA, NWSL, Gatorade, Lexus, DIRECTV, Armour, Nielsen Sports, NCAA, ESPN, Ally, Google, Nike, Subway, Volkswagen Locations: Australia, New Zealand, Wells Fargo

☆ How Ally Financial made women's sports a key focus in its marketing strategy and how it's measuring the results
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-24 | by ( Margaret Fleming | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Ally Financial made a pledge last year to invest equally in men's and women's sports media. The company is dropping a commercial featuring female athletes during the FIFA Women's World Cup. A year ago, an internal audit by Ally Financial revealed the company had spent 90% of its sports-media marketing budget on men's sports. The brand also signed 10 female athletes to create Team Ally, a group that posts about one another's games and increases visibility for women's sports. Notre Dame lacrosse player Kasey Choma, who's also part of Team Ally, is featured scoring a goal.

Persons: Ally Financial, Billie Jean King, Sophia Smith, Stephanie Marciano, it's, Ally, Marciano, Kasey Choma, who's, Choma, she's Organizations: FIFA, US Women's National Team, Ally, Labs, CBS, ESPN, INC, Fox, Notre Dame, Yale, III Locations: men's, Australia, New Zealand, US, Germany

☆ People are talking about this viral World Cup ad that uses deceptive editing in all the right ways
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-22 | by ( Kylie Kirschner | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

A French ad for the upcoming Women's World Cup went viral recently for its tricky use of digital editing. The ad uses VFX techniques to make the women's team look like men. The real footage is revealed, showing Sakina Karchaoui, Selma Bacha, Amandine Henry, and other leading players on the French women's team. The Women's World Cup also hasn't been around as long: the Men's World Cup was founded in 1930, while the Women's was founded in 1991. The French team is scheduled for their first match on July 23, against Jamaica.

Persons: Antoine Griezmann, Kylian Mbappé, Les Bleus, it's, Les, Sakina Karchaoui, Selma Bacha, Amandine Henry, hasn't, Marcel Organizations: Morning, Orange, French men's, women's, French, YouTube Locations: French, France, Australia, New Zealand, Jamaica

☆ Live updates: USA vs Vietnam, Women's World Cup 2023
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-21 | by ( Tara Subramaniam | Adam Renton | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

From left: Livia, Randy, Laurenne and Lisette Moreland are back at a World Cup for the first time since 2016. Tara Subramaniam/CNNAmericans from coast to coast have made the trek to Auckland to support the reigning Women's World Cup champions as they seek a record third title. Now, the family is at their second Women's World Cup. Tara Subramaniam/CNNElanor Espey and her mom Katrina from Sacramento, were also in France during the 2019 Women's World Cup and watched games from the fan zone in Paris. Elanor Espey told CNN she's looking forward to seeing "how the teams have developed in the past four years since the last World Cup."

Persons: Livia, Randy, Laurenne, Lisette Moreland, Tara Subramaniam, Moreland, Laurenne Moreland, Adam, Cate, she's, Stephanie, Alex Morgan, CNN Elanor Espey, Elanor Espey Organizations: CNN, USA, FIFA, US, Thailand, National Locations: Auckland, Bethesda , Maryland, Austin , Texas, Reims, France, Australia, New, Sacramento, Paris

☆ Viral women’s soccer ad uses doctored footage to prove a point
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-20 | by ( Jennifer Korn | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

New York CNN —One French company is using visual effects editing to promote the Women’s World Cup, putting out a now-viral video showing the French men’s soccer team playing at their best — until it is revealed that the footage is actually of the French women’s team. What first looks like Griezmann evading a defender dribbling down the field is actually a graphic overlay of Sakina Karchaoui, a professional player on the French women’s national team. The second half of the ad shows the original footage — with France’s top female soccer players owning the field. The ad was posted in June, ahead of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup taking place across Australia and New Zealand. Soccer players at the 2023 Women’s World Cup will on average earn just 25 cents for every dollar earned by men at their World Cup last year, a new CNN analysis found.

Persons: Kylian Mbappé, Antoine Griezmann, Sakina, Marcel, ’, Gianni Infantino, Women’s Soccer Australia Heather Reid, Orange, ”, “, Craig Foster Organizations: New, New York CNN, French, Orange, French women’s, French women's, “, women’s, FIFA, CNN, Soccer, FIFPRO, Women’s Soccer Australia, CNN Sport, Football, Sport Locations: New York, Orange, Australia, New Zealand, Australian

☆ Ally Financial made a huge commitment to invest in women's sports. Here's how it's going.
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-20 | by ( Margaret Fleming | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Ally Financial made a pledge last year to invest equally in men's and women's sports. The company is dropping a commercial featuring female athletes during the FIFA Women's World Cup. The brand also signed 10 female athletes to create Team Ally, a group that posts about one another's games and increases visibility for women's sports. Its latest effort, the Women's World Cup commercial, will premiere on Fox and run throughout the year. Notre Dame lacrosse player Kasey Choma, who's also part of Team Ally, is featured scoring a goal.

☆ US players say 'deep flaws' in how SafeSport handles abuse claims
▼ + stars: | 2023-07-19 | by ( Amy Tennery | ) www.reuters.com time to read: +3 min

SafeSport, an independent non-profit organisation, was formed in 2017 and directed by Congress to respond to and prevent abuse within the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic movement. The letter, which pointed to "deep flaws" in SafeSport's processes, was signed by current and former members of both the men's and women's national teams. Among the concerns outlined in the document were an appeals and arbitration process that players say can be "damaging and retraumatizing for victims of abuse." "U.S. Soccer wants to do the right thing and take proactive steps against suspected abusers," the players wrote. "Our federation has tools and resources to investigate reports of abuse, but SafeSport is preventing them from participating in any way."

Persons: SafeSport, Arthur Ashe, Amy Tennery, Alexandra Hudson Organizations: U.S . Center, SafeSport, United States national soccer, Congress, U.S, Olympic, Paralympic, U.S . Soccer's, women's, Women's Soccer League, Soccer, . Soccer, Courage, Alexandra Hudson Our, Thomson Locations: United States, U.S, Auckland

The ninth Women's World Cup, which kicks off on July 20, is expected to attract the largest television audience in the history of women's soccer and FIFA will pay $30,000 directly to each participating player. In Argentina, the big local teams do not always open the doors of their stadiums for women's soccer matches, which are played at smaller venues. The South American Soccer Confederation (CONMEBOL)recognizes the disparity between men's and women's soccer and said recently it was taking steps to reduce it. Invigorated by Argentina's qualification for a fourth Women's World Cup, fans hope that progress into the knockout stage will generate more support for the sport. In women's soccer, everything is more difficult," she said.

Persons: Julieta Cruz, UAI Urquiza, Mariana Nedelcu, Lionel Messi, Messi, Diego Maradona, Estefania, Yamila Rodriguez, Laurina, Oliveros, Laura Fortunato, Fortunato, Martina Borgatello, Jacinta, Borgatello, Lucila Sigal, Anna, Catherine Brigida, Daniela Desantis, Nick Mulvenney, Peter Rutherford Organizations: Boca, Libertadores, America, REUTERS, Boca Juniors, soccer, FIFA, South American Soccer Confederation, CONMEBOL, women's, Thomson Locations: Buenos Aires, Argentina, BUENOS AIRES, Argentine, Australia, New Zealand, Italy, Sweden, South Africa, Albiceleste, Paraguay

☆ Australia and New Zealand mark 100-day countdown to Women's World Cup
▼ + stars: | 2023-04-11 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +4 min

"But this women's tournament is not just about football, it's about celebrating women's sports and women's empowerment all over the world." "Currently, only 40% of football facilities nationwide are classified as female-friendly," Football Australia said in a statement. 'UNITY BEAT'New Zealand is staging its third global sporting event in less than two years, having hosted the women's Rugby World Cup and women's Cricket World Cup last year. Rugby World Cup organisers hailed record crowds as New Zealand's Black Ferns swept to the title last November. According to a FIFA report, some 1.12 billion viewers tuned into the 2019 Women's World Cup in France where the U.S. won their fourth title and their second in succession.

☆ United States look for path forward without injured Swanson
▼ + stars: | 2023-04-10 | by ( Amy Tennery | ) www.reuters.com time to read: +3 min

[1/4] Apr 8, 2023; Austin, Texas, USA; U.S. Women's National Team forward Mallory Swanson (9) is escorted off field by medical personnel during the first half in a match against the Republic of Ireland Women's National Team at Q2 Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dustin Safranek-USA TODAY SportsApril 10 (Reuters) - Striker Mallory Swanson is in a "good place" even though uncertainty surrounds her World Cup participation after she tore a patella tendon during Saturday's 2-0 win over Ireland, United States head coach Vlatko Andonovski said. You don't replace Mallory (Swanson) that easy. The United States called up Alyssa Thompson as Swanson's replacement after the 18-year-old made her senior national team debut in October. The United States play Ireland in St. Louis, Missouri, on Tuesday.

☆ Women's soccer expands into the Bay Area with a new team and record investment
▼ + stars: | 2023-04-04 | by ( Jessica Golden | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

"Sixth Street has the incredible know-how, experience and bandwidth to devote to the league," NWSL Commissioner Jessica Berman told CNBC. Waxman, a former Goldman Sachs executive, founded Sixth Street in 2009, and the firm currently has more than $65 billion in assets under management. This is the company's first foray into women's sports, following investments in Spanish soccer teams Real Madrid and FC Barcelona and the NBA's San Antonio Spurs. The four former national team players will be represented on the board and will work alongside Sixth Street in setting the team's strategic direction, he said. Sandberg will partner with the club to create leadership programs that empower women and girls in underserved Bay Area communities.

☆ Former Canada Soccer head apologises to Sinclair, regrets incident
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-30 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

March 30 (Reuters) - Former Canada Soccer president Nick Bontis does not remember using insulting language towards Christine Sinclair when she brought the women's soccer team's concerns to him but has apologised for the incident, he said on Thursday. Sinclair, the world's all-time leading international goal scorer, appeared before a parliamentary committee three weeks ago to speak about pay equity, equal treatment and other issues surrounding Canada Soccer. "Few people have done more for soccer or women's sport in this country than Christine," said Bontis. "She has not only inspired millions of young soccer players around the world she inspired me. "Unlocking the full potential of players who want to follow in Christine's footsteps was a large part of why I got involved with Canada Soccer."

☆ Thorns' Smith voted U.S. Soccer Female Player of the Year
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-06 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +1 min

Jan 6 (Reuters) - National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) MVP Sophia Smith was voted the 2022 U.S. Soccer Female Player of the Year, the sport's governing body said on Friday, after scoring 11 goals for the national team last year. The 22-year-old forward helped the Portland Thorns to their third NWSL final and scored three braces in international matches. Smith is widely expected to feature in the upcoming World Cup, where the Americans will battle for an unprecedented third successive title. "She is a special player with special qualities, but the best thing is that has the humbleness, work ethic and drive to keep developing all aspects of her game," said U.S. women's national team coach Vlatko Andonovski. Reporting by Amy Tennery in New York Editing by Christian RadnedgeOur Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.

☆ Canada score their first goal in history of men's World Cup
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-27 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: 1 min

DOHA, Nov 27 (Reuters) - Alphonso Davies became the first Canadian man to score a goal at a World Cup when he beat Croatian goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic in the second minute of their second Group F match in Doha on Sunday. Canada, taking part in their second men's World Cup, last qualified for the tournament in 1986, where they crashed out at the group stage both winless and goaless. At this year's World Cup in Qatar, they lost 1-0 to Belgium despite outplaying the Red Devils and will face Morocco in their final group stage match on Thursday. The Canadian women's national team, currently ranked seventh in the world, are reigning Olympic champions and have played in every World Cup since 1995. Reporting by Gabrielle Tétrault-Farber; Editing by Angus MacSwanOur Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.

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