The countdown to the first-ever South American Women's World Cup has officially entered its final stages as world football’s governing body outlines the path to glory. With exactly one month until the glitz and glamour of the drawing ceremony in Rio de Janeiro, the technical framework that will shape the group stages for the 32-team tournament is now set in stone.
Chelsea and England defender Lucy Bronze has cemented her legendary status by becoming the first player to be named in the Fifpro Women's World 11 on nine separate occasions. The veteran full-back leads a strong Lionesses contingent in the prestigious line-up, which recognizes the elite performers across the global game over the past year.
The Arsenal legend's decision to kiss her boot after scoring against Japan was meaningful on a personal level and helped begin a new era for English women's football
The Barcelona midfielder has won each of the last three prizes - but the 2026 accolade will go to someone else at Monday's ceremony in London after Bonmati's injury-hit campaign
Sarina Wiegman has officially committed her long-term future to the Lionesses by signing a contract extension that runs until 2029. The deal ensures the highly successful Dutch coach will remain at the helm for the next major tournament cycle following her historic success on the international stage.
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