Debutants Zambia claimed their first ever victory at the Women's World Cup with a 3-1 win over Costa Rica at Waikato Stadium on Monday, although both teams were already out of contention for the knockout stage.
In the battle for top spot in FIFA Women's World Cup Group C, Japan have made an electric start with three first-half goals to lead Spain in commanding fashion.
Brazil's Flamengo fired assistant coach Pablo Fernández on Sunday after he punched the team's striker, Pedro, in the face, sources have confirmed to ESPN Brasil.
For better or worse, the Matildas' clash with Canada in Melbourne on Monday will be an event that will become the stuff of Australian sporting folklore.
Manuela Vanegas headed a stoppage-time winner to ensure Colombia a 2-1 upset victory over Germany in a thrilling Women's World Cup clash in Sydney on Sunday.
United States veteran Megan Rapinoe said her role as a super-sub at the Women's World Cup has been "rewarding" but that she "could have helped" by getting on the field in Thursday's draw against the Netherlands.
Marcus Rashford has said he considered leaving Manchester United before manager Erik ten Hag arrived and provided him the "freedom" to unlock his potential at Old Trafford.