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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 ...
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The 2024/25 season's last international break had four major highlights.


When an international break occurs, especially in the middle of a league season, few football fans rejoice.

Club football was put on hold for over two weeks when players traveled to represent their countries in the Nations League and 2026 World Cup qualifications.

While many will welcome the end of this brief hiatus, the international break provided plenty of drama and discussion points.

Here are four major takeaways from the final international break of the 2024/25 season.

Myles Lewis-Skelly has a dream England debut.


Myles Lewis-Skelly, an Arsenal player, made an impressive start for England in their World Cup qualifying opener against Albania.

The teenager opened the scoring for the Three Lions, latching onto a brilliant pass from Jude Bellingham and slotting home to become England's youngest player to score on his professional debut.

Lewis-Skelly's historic 20th-minute strike also set the tone for England's 2-0 victory at Wembley Stadium, giving new manager Thomas Tuchel a successful debut.

At 18 years and 176 days old, the Arsenal prodigy smashed an almost decade-old record established by Marcus Rashford.

Lewis-Skelly became the youngest player to score on his senior England debut since the Manchester United star, who was on loan at Aston Villa in 2016, when he scored against Australia at the age of 18 and 209 days.

Raul Jimenez's brace helps Mexico win its first-ever CONCACAF Nations League title.


In what may have been the feel-good story of the 2024/25 season, Fulham striker Raul Jimenez scored twice to lead Mexico to their first CONCACAF Nations League title.

While West Ham United's Edson Alvarez donned the armband, the focus was squarely on his Fulham counterpart, who led Mexico to a close victory over Panama.

Jimenez opened the score eight minutes in, but Javier Aguirre's team was pegged back on the stroke of halftime when Adalberto Carrasquilla converted a penalty.

However, Jimenez delivered the ultimate blow with a penalty two minutes into stoppage time.

Jimenez has come a long way since a devastating head injury ended his career at Wolverhampton Wanderers.

The 33-year-old is currently 13 goals away from breaking Javier Hernandez's Mexican record of 52 goals.

Japan was the first team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.


Japan became the first country to qualify for the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico with a 2-0 victory over continental underdogs Bahrain.

The Asian powerhouse advanced to the final after going undefeated in eight of six games (D2).

Despite starting on the bench, Crystal Palace's Daichi Kamada took the spotlight.

Only three minutes into his cameo, the 28-year-old broke the deadlock with a wonderful dinked finish, unlocking a tenacious Bahrain defence that refused to give anything away.

Takefusa Kubo of Real Sociedad, who set up Kamada for the opener, then sealed the victory late in the game, making Japan's remaining games meaningless.

Japan's subsequent game against Saudi Arabia ended in a goalless tie. They will finish the qualifying campaign with matches against Australia and Indonesia.

Bad news for Nottingham Forest as Chris Wood sustains an injury on international service.


Chris Wood has been in great form for Nottingham Forest this season, having the most productive campaign of his career.

The 32-year-old is one of the Premier League's most dangerous strikers. He is now fourth in the Goals Rankings, having scored 18 times for the Tricky Trees.

Only Manchester City's Erling Braut Haaland, Liverpool's Mohamed Salah, and Newcastle United's Alexander Isak have more goals than Forest's No. 9.

Wood continued his momentum on international service with New Zealand, scoring a hat-trick in a 7-0 victory over Fiji.

However, he sustained a hip injury in New Zealand's subsequent 3-0 triumph over New Caledonia, leaving his club concerned about his long-term fitness.

Wood has already been ruled out of this weekend's FA Cup quarter-final against Brighton and Hove Albion.

With nine Premier League games left this season, Forest cannot afford to lose their talisman if they are to qualify for the Champions League.
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