Women's football rankings: Oshoala, Kgatlana dominate December
There's a strong French focus in December's Women's Power Rankings, but the two biggest stars for the month are Spain-based.
2019 Schedule
2019 Schedule
Barcelona's Oshoala tops African women's rankings for October
ESPN's African women's power list for October sees Barcelona striker Asisat Oshoala at the top, but a number of new names make their debuts.
Women's Power Rankings: Southern Africa's stars dominate in China
With most of Europe's big leagues yet to kick off, women's football in China and Scandinavia took top billing in September and Africa's stars shone.
Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies seek continental glory after unbeaten season
Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies won the South African women's league without defeat. The next, very uphill, battle is to conquer the CAF Champions League.
Power Rankings: Oshoala the obvious leader of Africa's women
While many of the top women's leagues around the world have yet to kick off, Africa was well-represented across Europe and China throughout August.
Still-growing Germany dominate South Africa at Women's World Cup
Germany showed a more attacking game against South Africa, but the number of missed opportunities could be problematic in the knockout stages.
Germany thrash South Africa to win Group B
Germany won their Women's World Cup group for the fifth consecutive time and avoided an immediate matchup with the U.S. by routing South Africa 4-0.
China beat S. Africa to set up clutch Spain test
China striker Li Ying scored the only goal in a crucial 1-0 victory over South Africa in a women's World Cup Group B clash at the Parc des Princes.
Spain come from behind to beat South Africa
Jennifer Hermoso netted two penalties and substitute Lucia Garcia added a last-minute goal as Spain came from behind to beat South Africa.
World Cup time for Banyana Banyana to shine - Ellis
South Africa face a tough task to advance from Group B, having been drawn with Germany, Spain and China, but the squad is "always competitive".
2019 Women's World Cup team previews: South Africa
South Africa is a long shot to make it out of the group stage, but this is a team that is capable of stringing together spirited runs.
Kgatlana headlines Banyana squad for Women's World Cup
African Women's Footballer of the Year Thembi Kgatlana headlines South Africa's squad for the Women's World Cup in France next month.
United States women beat South Africa on Mewis, Lloyd goals
Samantha Mewis scored goals in both halves and the U.S. women's team began its World Cup send-off series with a 3-0 victory over South Africa.
Nigeria victory is a stepping stone to World Cup - Jane
South Africa's opening AWCON victory over Nigeria should set the tone for Banyana to qualify for the World Cup, according to Refiloe Jane.
W-League wrap: South Africa internationals shine
While much of the focus centred on the American imports, a pair of unheralded South Africans stole the show during the W-League's opening weekend.
2019 WWC Standings
| GROUP A | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| France | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +6 | 9 |
| Norway | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +3 | 6 |
| Nigeria | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 3 |
| South Korea | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -7 | 0 |
| GROUP B | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Germany | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +6 | 9 |
| Spain | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | +1 | 4 |
| China | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| South Africa | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -7 | 0 |
| GROUP C | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Italy | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +5 | 6 |
| Australia | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +3 | 6 |
| Brazil | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +3 | 6 |
| Jamaica | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -11 | 0 |
| GROUP D | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| England | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +4 | 9 |
| Japan | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 4 |
| Argentina | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | -1 | 2 |
| Scotland | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -2 | 1 |
| GROUP E | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Netherlands | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +4 | 9 |
| Canada | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +2 | 6 |
| Cameroon | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 3 |
| New Zealand | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -4 | 0 |
| GROUP F | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| United States | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +18 | 9 |
| Sweden | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +4 | 6 |
| Chile | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -3 | 3 |
| Thailand | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -19 | 0 |
2019 Team LeadersFIFA Women's World Cup
- Goals
- Assists
RankingsFIFA Women's World Cup
Goal Difference-7Tied-21st
Goals Scored1Tied-19th
Assists1Tied-16th
Goals Conceded8Tied-20th