Women’s Soccer News: Latest Matches, Results & What’s Coming Up

If you love women’s soccer, you’re in the right spot. This page pulls together the biggest stories from around the continent and beyond, so you can stay on top of scores, trophies and player buzz without hunting down dozens of sites.

Top Stories This Week

The U.S. Women’s National Team just added a fifth Olympic gold to their shelf after beating Brazil 1‑0 in Paris. Mallory Swanson scored the winner on her 100th cap, and veteran goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher made key saves that kept the clean sheet. The win sparked celebrations across Africa as fans saw another example of how women’s soccer can capture global attention.

In England, Chelsea Women are gearing up for the Women’s League Cup final against Manchester City at Pride Park. Both sides have shown solid form this season – Chelsea under Sonia Bompastor and City after a tight win over Arsenal. The match will be streamed live on BBC One and iPlayer, so you can watch without missing a beat.

Arsenal’s women’s squad faced Lyon in the Champions League semi‑final first leg. Lyon edged a 2‑1 victory with quick counter‑attacks, leaving Arsenal needing a comeback at home. The clash highlighted how European clubs are pushing each other to higher levels, and it sets up an exciting second leg that could decide who reaches the final.

What to Watch Next

Look out for the upcoming African Women’s Cup of Nations qualifiers. Teams like Nigeria, South Africa and Cameroon are already preparing intense training camps, and a few surprise underdogs could shake up the group stage. Keep an eye on emerging talents such as Ghana’s forward Nana Kofi and Kenya’s midfielder Amina Juma – both have been scoring regularly in their domestic leagues.

Club football is heating up too. The Women’s Super League will see a packed schedule this month, with Manchester United taking on Tottenham Hotspur at Old Trafford and Brighton hosting a derby against Lewes. These matches often decide the top‑four spots that grant Champions League entry, so the stakes are high.

Finally, don’t miss the next round of international friendlies in September. The U.S., England and France will each host games that serve as preparation for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Those fixtures give a glimpse at new tactical ideas and give younger players a chance to earn caps.

That’s your quick rundown of what’s happening in women’s soccer right now. Bookmark this page, check back often, and you’ll never miss a goal, a trophy or a breakthrough moment in the sport you love.