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Lizbeth Ovalle’s Groundbreaking Transfer to Orlando Pride: A New Era for Women’s Soccer.

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 ...

Pep Guardiola's much-needed victory over Leicester marks a milestone for Man City.


With a 2-0 victory at Leicester, Manchester City snapped their five-game losing streak, and Pep Guardiola celebrated winning his 500th game as manager.

Erling Haaland's header after the interval and Savinho's strike in the first half gave the struggling champions a much-needed three points at the King Power Stadium.

Even though they had only won twice in the Premier League since the end of October, their weaknesses from the previous two months, in which they had dropped nine of their last 13 games, were still evident.

With Jamie Vardy missing a crucial opportunity at 1-0 down and Facundo Buonanotte hitting the post, Leicester put up a tough fight and may believe they could have won.


Even though they are currently 11 points behind leaders Liverpool, who play later on Sunday, their title challenge is most likely finished. However, City managed to get back into the top four and will be hoping that this is a sign of a complete comeback.

The Foxes are still in the relegation zone after losing four straight games and having only won two of their last games under new manager Ruud van Nistelrooy.

In the first twenty minutes, both teams had opportunities as Leicester had some success on the counterattack and City attempted to dominate.

Kevin De Bruyne's cutback gave Haaland a low shot that tested Jakub Stolarczyk, but the Polish goalie got down effectively and made a stop with his feet.

Additionally, Vardy sprinted onto Josko Gvardiol's short-headed back pass but was stopped by Ortega's body, forcing Stefan Ortega to make a spectacular save at the opposite end.

That was crucial since City took the lead two minutes later.

Savinho finally opened his City account by hammering home the rebound after Stolarczyk palmed out Phil Foden's attempt, which appeared to be heading wide.

After squeezing past four defenders to into the area, Haaland dragged wide from a promising position, continuing his relative struggles in front of goal.

Leicester came within a hair's breadth of equalizing in the 38th minute after realizing that City's stuttering defense could be overcome.


Buonanotte received a loose ball from Bilal El Khannous' cross, but Ortega was beaten and the Brighton loanee's header hit the post.

Leicester set up camp in their opponents' half after the interval, hoping to equalize.

James Justin flicked towards goal, Manuel Akanji had to clear off the line, and El Khannous blasted over from the area's fringe.

Vardy had an empty net in the 68th minute after Ortega misjudged Stephy Mavididi's cross, but the former England international managed to poke over.

And more than half an hour later, Haaland headed home Savinho's cross to earn his first goal in five outings.

Vardy used a looping shot to strike the crossbar.

Near the finish, Vardy's looping header struck the crossbar, but City had done enough to give Guardiola cause to celebrate his remarkable achievement.

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