FootyPop: Gotham Gets New Sponsor, Man City Wins League Cup Final
This week NJ/NY Gotham FC got a new sponsorship deal, the USWNT next friendlies were announced, Man City took home the Continental League Cup trophy, and some crazy goals were scored.
Additionally, our hopes and prayers are with the people of Ukraine. We know Ukrainian soccer leagues may fold, but we will continue to root for you and pray for your safety; we will rejoice when you step back onto the pitch.
Without further ado, here’s this week’s women’s soccer news.
High of the Week
Algorand, described as "an industry-leading blockchain company designed to be the most efficient and greenest blockchain available," is the new jersey-front sponsor of Gotham FC, replacing Avaya. The club calls it a "three-year, mid-seven figure investment." #NWSL pic.twitter.com/07VpATGzOh
— Jeff Kassouf (@JeffKassouf) March 2, 2022
Gotham secured a new front of jersey sponsor in a big deal with blockchain firm Algorand. In addition to the front of jersey spot, they’ll also provide NFTs for the club and players. It’s a first-of-its-kind sort of deal for the NWSL, and it’ll be interesting to see what they come up with this season.
Low of the Week
We love you, Katie. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/vkrAisQABi
— Stanford Women's Soccer (@StanfordWSoccer) March 2, 2022
This past week Katie Meyer of Stanford University died. She is remembered as a wonderful teammate, friend, and daughter, and she had a profound impact on Stanford athletics and the soccer community. Teams from around the U.S., collegiate and professional, honored her legacy this past week.
News of the Week
𝗪𝗲'𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗘𝗮𝘀𝘁!
🇺🇸 USA vs. Uzbekistan 🇺🇿
🗓 April 9
📍 @LowerFieldCbus🇺🇸 USA vs. Uzbekistan 🇺🇿
🗓 April 12
📍 @Subaru_Park— U.S. Women's National Soccer Team (@USWNT) March 3, 2022
U.S. Soccer announced the USWNT’s next matches that will be held on April 9 and 12. They’ll take on Uzbekistan for the first time in Columbus and Philadelphia. It’ll be the first time the USWNT plays at the new Lower.com Field in Columbus.
Win of the Weekend
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Manchester City beat Chelsea this weekend for the Continental League Cup final. Chelsea struck first with Sam Kerr scoring midway through the first half, but Manchester City quickly came back with force. Ultimately they won 3-1!
Goal of the Week
Katie McCabe 🤝 Scoring bangers
🎥 @VitalityWFACuppic.twitter.com/KbvZGsL0mo
— Barclays Women's Super League (@BarclaysWSL) February 27, 2022
Katie McCabe scored an incredible volley from outside the box for Arsenal in their 4-0 win against Liverpool.
Win of the Week
OFFICIAL: @cone_cindy has been re-elected U.S. Soccer President. pic.twitter.com/UERJLGxe3r
— U.S. Soccer (@ussoccer) March 5, 2022
Cindy Parlow Cone won the U.S. Soccer presidential election over Carlos Cordeiro. The victory will see Cone as president for the next four years. USWNT players publicly voiced their support of Cone’s election ahead of the voting. Cone being elected is pivotal for the USWNT and the future of U.S. Soccer.
Player of the Week
If there was a world record for fastest brace scored directly from corner kicks, then Manchester United's Katie Zelem just broke it. Two goals in three minutes to help in the 4-0 win over Leicester!#BarclaysFAWSL pic.twitter.com/SQkaMkXFjc
— DAZN Women's Football (@DAZNWFootball) March 5, 2022
Scoring off a corner kick is nice, but when you do it twice in three minutes, that’s about as impressive as it gets. Katie Zelem did just that for Manchester United in their 4-0 win over Leicester, moving United into third place of the WSL standings.
Featured image via @mancity on Instagram
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