FootyPop: Croix Bethune With the Buzzer Beater… Again!
As the Olympics approach, everyone is keeping a close eye on players’ form in the NWSL. This week, there was some exciting action with spectacular goals and saves. Internationally, a star player re-signed with her club, and the Denmark women’s national team made a milestone achievement. Let’s take a deeper dive into this week’s women’s soccer news.
High of the Weekend
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Christen Press is officially back in team training with Angel City. She’s been out for around two years but has been making progress towards competing again since the beginning of this year after four knee surgeries. Angel City continues to struggle to find wins this season, so if their franchise player can make a return, it’ll not only be a morale boost but also an addition of talent to the pitch.
Low of the Weekend
Sam Coffey is out for the Thorns vs. Seattle on Sunday with an ankle injury. Per a team spokesperson, she’s week to week and they are being cautious with her. Significant news to monitor for the #USWNT with the Olympics in ~a month. #NWSL https://t.co/7oMDxoMSnN
— Jeff Kassouf (@JeffKassouf) June 16, 2024
The Olympics are in about a month, and anytime you see a player get injured, who you’d assume to be a lock for the USWNT roster, you just have to cringe a bit. Midfielder Sam Coffey suffered an ankle injury, leaving her out of the Thorns’ most recent match. The club announced she’s being monitored week to week, so hopefully, it’s nothing she can’t overcome by the time of the women’s soccer Olympic tournament.
News of the Weekend
DANISH WOMEN’S NATIONAL TEAM EARN EQUAL PAY 🇩🇰
As part of a new agreement with the Danish Football Association, the men’s players refused a pay raise, ensuring the women’s team achieve not only equal pay, but also an insurance upgrade. 💪 pic.twitter.com/ayrLvLGi8C
— The Women’s Game (@WomensGameMIB) June 14, 2024
The Danish women’s national soccer team won an important achievement: equal pay! It was partially thanks to the men’s team refusing to take a pay increase since the women’s team was being compensated less.
Save of the Weekend
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None other than Jane Campbell could come up with this magnificent stop when it mattered most. Houston and LA were tied 0-0, but the Dash gave up a PK in the second half. Campbell came to the rescue and made this save and made one later in the game, too, to keep the game at a draw.
Goal of the Weekend
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Another Bethune buzzer beater, and what a beautiful goal it was! The rookie has been on fire and has five goals and eight assists on the season. Plus, she’s the first player to have two result-changing goals in the 95th minute or later!
Player of the Weekend
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Stevens has found her form with Gotham FC this year. Early this season, she became the first Gotham player to score in three consecutive matches. During the match against Louisville, she hit this ridiculous volley to get the 2-0 lead.
Transfer of the Weekend
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Cortnee Vine of the Matildeas is headed to the North Carolina Courage! The former Sydney FC player is known for her winning penalty kick in the 2023 Women’s World Cup when Australia beat France.
Signing of the Weekend
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Sam Kerr re-signed with Chelsea until 2026! The striker is still recovering from injury, but it’s great to see she will stay with the Blue for another few seasons.
Fav Social Media Post
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Pride month is in full swing, and we love seeing the players go all out!
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