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 ...
Fulham took the lead with 58 seconds on the clock after Andreas Pereira picked out Sessegnon's run and slotted past Jose Sa.
Wolves responded in the 18th minute with Joao Gomes' second goal against Fulham this season, but Rodrigo Muniz gave the Cottagers the lead again a little over a minute into the second half.
Silva made five changes from Saturday's 2-0 loss to Crystal Palace, including Sessegnon, who made his first league start in over two years after a series of injuries.
The Portuguese, whose team is vying for a European spot, stated: "He's a lovely boy, and the last two or three years have been extremely difficult for him."
"A player who began playing at a high level at the age of 16 and everyone here and in this country knows he's going to have an amazing career because he's a top talent, but football isn't always like that.
"He began to sustain a number of injuries, which sapped his confidence, but the most important thing he lacked was the sharpness required to compete at this level.
"He works hard. It is his first Premier League start, but he has started both cups and performed well.
"Sometimes it's really tough but when you get injuries in a row but lets hope the future is going to be bright for him again."
Silva was particularly satisfied with his team's second-half performance.
He added, "In the second half, after 2-1, we controlled the game differently.
"It was difficult for us." However, Wolves had possession but failed to create a single chance in the second half.
"Changing five players, short period between games, changing the formation, the boys responded really well and I'm pleased for them."
Wolves manager Vitor Pereira couldn't hide his frustration after his team failed to learn from the first half.
He stated, "Today, I'm frustrated. Starting the first half by conceding a very easy goal, our concentration or focus was not up to par with the level of play.
"We reacted and began to play against a strong team, winning 1-0. We created some opportunities and scored a goal, but starting the second half the same way is extremely difficult.
"In the second half, I sensed the team was tired. The game on Saturday is why we are tired. Two games in three days made it impossible to fully recover.
"We need to defend well and today we committed mistakes we cannot commit again."
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