It’s already March of 2023, which means it’s Women’s History Month and time to celebrate and honor all of the inspirational women in soccer! In this week’s news, a young player got her big break, FIFA drama continues, the Spirit and Pride update their kit, and more. Keep reading to learn about this week’s women’s soccer news.
High of the Weekend
The Washington Spirit broke the record for the youngest player signed! Chloe Ricketts, at only 15 years old and 283 days, signed with the team for three years with an option for 2026.
Olivia Moultrie previously held the record when she signed with the Portland Thorns at 15 years and 286 days back in 2021.
Low of the Weekend
FIFA could be set to abandon plans for Saudi Arabia’s tourism arm to sponsor the Women’s World Cup after a ferocious response from co-hosts Australia and New Zealand and some of the highest-profile players in the women’s game https://t.co/Ips7ofkG5S
— The Sydney Morning Herald (@smh) March 6, 2023
FIFA could drop the Visit Saudi sponsorship for the women’s World Cup. Australian and New Zealand players voiced their opinions against the sponsorship. Alex Morgan and Megan Rapinoe called it “bizarre” due to Saudi Arabia’s strict restrictions on rights for women and…
