The world of women's football has rarely experienced a seismic shift quite like this: Lizbeth Ovalle , Mexico’s dazzling winger known as La Maga (“The Magician”), is set to gotten to be the foremost costly player within the history of the women's amusement. Her transfer from Tigres UANL Femenil to the Orlando Pride for a world-record $1.5 million stands as a defining moment—one that reverberates through not only North America, but the global sport. This move is much more than a numbers game; it is a statement of intent, ambition, and belief in the women’s game at the highest levels. Let’s explore why Ovalle’s arrival in Florida marks a new era for the NWSL , what it means for Mexican football, and how this move changes the stakes for women’s football worldwide. The Record-Shattering Move: Facts and Figures The deal, announced on August 21, 2025, shattered previous women’s transfer records by a considerable margin: Transfer Fee: $1.5 million. Contract: Through 2027, with a ...
In a "special" assist from the Tottenham center-back, Micky van de Ven produced a magnificent 70-yard run from defence to set up Brennan Johnson's opening goal at Manchester United.
After Alejandro Garnacho and Marcus Rashford mishandled the ball in the Spurs half, Van de Ven pounced, and the Dutchman charged forward from inside the halfway line.Van de Ven dribbled past Manuel Ugarte and his countryman Matthijs de Ligt to get to the byline. He then sent a flawless low cross to the back post, where Johnson was waiting to tap it into an empty net with a smile on his face.
Tottenham gets off to a quick start.
Micky van de Ven makes an incredible run and puts it on a plate for Brennan Johnson. 💥
It was Johnson's fourth goal in as many games for Spurs, but the forward immediately walked to Van de Ven to congratulate him on one of the best assists by a centre-back in Premier League history.
"Absolutely brilliant," exclaimed former Manchester United defender Gary Neville. "One of the best runs I've ever seen from a central defender.
"Van de Ven just steps in, and it's absolutely incredible: he drives through four Manchester United players, and the cross is just fantastic."
"We had enough players back to stop it, but it was unstoppable. De Ligt begins running too late and misjudges the pace of the centre-back. "It's incredible and devastating."
Micky van de Ven makes an incredible run and puts it on a plate for Brennan Johnson. 💥
"Absolutely brilliant," exclaimed former Manchester United defender Gary Neville. "One of the best runs I've ever seen from a central defender.
"Van de Ven just steps in, and it's absolutely incredible: he drives through four Manchester United players, and the cross is just fantastic."
"We had enough players back to stop it, but it was unstoppable. De Ligt begins running too late and misjudges the pace of the centre-back. "It's incredible and devastating."
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