FootyPop: Braving the Fallout of a Dark Week in Women’s Soccer
It was a dark week in the world of women’s soccer. US Soccer’s commissioned investigation into the abuse of NWSL players was released last week. While we thought we knew a lot, the report showed just how pervasive the culture of abuse was. Even in the wake of this troubling news, women’s soccer needs unwavering support since that is the only way it will grow. With that being said, here’s this week’s women’s soccer news recap.
High of the Weekend
😮💨@RachelRowe1323 🤝 @JessFishlock #BeFootball | #TogetherStronger pic.twitter.com/HHXq4kFYwt
— Wales 🏴 (@Cymru) October 6, 2022
Jess Fishlock of OL Reign had an epic goal this past weekend in Wales’ friendly against Bosnia and Herzegovina. Her energy is contagious after the ball hits the back of the net. Wales won 1-0, and is one step closer to qualifying for the World Cup next summer!
Low of the Weekend
No goal.
VAR taketh away. https://t.co/cOB0PSNRcK
— U.S. Women's National Soccer Team (@USWNT) October 7, 2022
The USWNT lost their undefeated streak this past weekend in their friendly against England, sadly. It was an exciting match in a sold-out, electric Wembley Stadium.
One of the most debated calls was an offsides call where the US ended up scoring, thanks to VAR. The angle at which the VAR looked at the offsides made the call seem a little iffy, and for a beautiful equalizing goal by Trinity Rodman, we wished it counted. VAR also helped in awarding England a penalty goal.
It’ll be exciting to see what the USWNT can do in their next match against Spain, taking place on Tuesday.
News of the Weekend
As mentioned earlier, the Sally Yates report was released last week, and there has been a reeling week of fallout. We’re seeking accountability, which includes removing those who ignored the allegations in the first place. Thorns owners were fired, the Red Star’s owner has stepped down, and Gotham FC’s owner stepped back from decision-making.
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Additionally, there’s been some criticism of the teams’ responses to the investigation, citing an ongoing independent investigation that is preventing them from saying more. However, the players at Racing Louisville took matters into their own hands and posted a statement urging their club to fully cooperate with investigators.
Team of the Weekend
With the victory, the Tar Heels capture their 400 home victory in program history!!#GoHeels pic.twitter.com/1aYe8ijNdL
— UNC Women's Soccer (@uncwomenssoccer) October 9, 2022
UNC’s 400th win came this past weekend! The school has its name written all over collegiate women’s soccer history, and this definitely proves it.
Player of the Weekend
👋👋👋 @Cars_Pickett16 pic.twitter.com/itBe3ISV2M
— U.S. Women's National Soccer Team (@USWNT) October 9, 2022
Carson Pickett is back for the USWNT! Sadly, Emily Fox is in concussion protocol after she left the pitch in the first half of the USWNT vs. England match, but Pickett has been called up as an addition.
Upset of the Weekend
THE IRISH CAME TO PLAY 😤🍀
No. 17 Notre Dame defeats No. 3 Florida State, 4-0, to earn their second win over a top-3 team this season! #NCAASoccer x 📸 @NDSoccer pic.twitter.com/hkg16ybA0b
— NCAA Soccer (@NCAASoccer) October 9, 2022
Notre Dame, ranked No. 17, upset undefeated FSU 4-0 in a dominant performance against the No. 3 ranked team! Earlier in the week, No. 3 FSU defeated No. 2 Virginia.
Goal of the Weekend
Pure Perfection 🤩 @olivia_wingate #NCAASoccer x 🎥 @NDSoccer pic.twitter.com/9QMhMnQIFp
— NCAA Soccer (@NCAASoccer) October 9, 2022
This is Notre Dame’s first goal in their 4-0 win against No. 2 Florida St. What a rocket!
What to Look Forward To
USWNT
Tuesday, October 11: USWNT vs. Spain at 2:30 PM ET/11:30 AM PT’
NCAA
Thursday, October 13: Duke (7) vs. Florida St. (3) at 6:00 PM ET/3:00 PM PT
Friday, October 14: UCLA (1) vs. Stanford (14) at 9:00 PM ET/6:00 PM PT
Sunday, October 16: Arkansas (9) vs. Alabama (4) at 12:00 PM ET/9:00 AM PT
NWSL Playoffs
Sunday, October 16: Houston Dash vs. Kansas City at 5:00 PM ET/2:00 PM PT
Sunday, October 16: San Diego Wave vs. Chicago Red Stars at 10:00 PM ET/7:00 PM PT
Featured image via @USWNT on Instagram
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