Naeher: USWNT’s World Cup over by a millimeter

Naomi Girma made history Thursday, becoming the first pure defender to be named U.S. Soccer’s Female Player of the Year in the award’s 39-year history, the federation announced.

Didier Deschamps has criticised FIFA’s plans for 2030 World Cup, with the France coach questioning the sporting and ethical elements of the tournament.

Defender Jordi Alba scored two minutes after Chicago pulled even in the second half to rally Inter Miami to a 2-1 victory over the Fire on Saturday night.