Canada Shines in U17 Women’s World Cup; Washington Wins Big Ten Title

Women's soccer made headlines today with standout performances on both international and collegiate stages. Canada opened their FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup campaign in style, defeating Nigeria’s Flamingos 4-1, showcasing clinical finishing and a dynamic attack. Observers noted Canada’s composed play and tactical discipline, while Nigeria will look to regroup after the difficult start. Meanwhile, New Zealand endured a tough loss in their first match of the tournament in Morocco, setting up a challenging path forward for the Kiwis. On the domestic front, Washington claimed the 2025 Big Ten Women’s Soccer Championship, further cementing their status as a powerhouse in collegiate women’s soccer. These results highlight a day of significant movement and hard-fought battles across the women’s game.