North Korea qualifies for the Women’s World Cup for the first time since 2011

GOLD COAST, Australia (AP) — North Korea has qualified for the Women’s World Cup for the first time since a doping saga in 2011 led to its long absence from top-tier international tournaments. Hong ...

Music Will Save Us: A History of World Cup Songs

From FIFA-backed official anthems to fan-created hits, we take a look at how music has shaped the legacy of the World Cup.FIFA President Gianni Infantino pulled no punches when discussing the ...
The Washington Post

From silence to song: Iran team's anthem shift in Australia at soccer's Women's Asian Cup

GOLD COAST, Australia — The Iran women’s soccer team sang and saluted as its national anthem played ahead of the Women’s Asian Cup contest against Australia on Thursday, a contrast to the silence ...
WPLG

From silence to song: Iran team's anthem shift in Australia at soccer's Women's Asian Cup

Women's Asia Cup Soccer Australia Iran Iran players react during their national anthem ahead of the Women's Asia Cup soccer match between Australia and Iran in Robina, Australia, Thursday, March 5, ...