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In March, 28 players on the team sued the United States Soccer Federation, claiming earning as little as 38% of what their males counterparts.
It was a huge day for nearly 200 kids enrolled in the coed soccer camp, but it's mostly girls and today was all about girl power.
The Women's World Cup starts today! Get up to speed before the USWNT takes on Thailand on June 11th.
The first week of the World Cup hasn't been kind to Saudi Arabia.
A joint North American bid has been chosen as hosts of the 2026 World Cup, following a FIFA association member vote in Moscow Wednesday.
The Americans won't be playing in the World Cup, but there's still plenty of good soccer to be watched in the coming weeks.
The United Bid Committee is considering 49 stadiums.
FIFA, soccer's world governing body, has approved a grand plan to revolutionize the World Cup by increasing the number of teams from 32 to 48.
Heather Mitts joined Rob Charry and Ike Reese to discuss the Women's World Cup victory.
When the United States Women's National Team(USWNT) defeated Japan 5-2 to win the World Cup, much of the nation joined in celebration.
As soon as Carli Lloyd stepped off the plane and into Philadelphia International Airport at 2am Wednesday morning, the cameras were waiting for her.
History has been made by the US Women's National Team as they defeat Japan to bring home the World Cup for the third time.
The United States women's national team won the 2015 World Cup on Sunday night.
Delran, New Jersey native Carli Lloyd nets three goals within 16 minutes of the Women's World Cup Final.
The KYW Philly Soccer Show is once again on location at PPL Park!
When The US women's team clenched their victory over Germany, just about all of the 300 fans packed into Fado's Irish pub in Center City erupted with joy.
KYW's Greg Orlandini and Philly Soccer Page writer Eli Pearlman-Storch come to you from the pitch at PPL Park, after the Union's win on Wednesday.
Despite making out of the group stage, the US women haven't exactly impressed so far in the World Cup tournament.
Sometimes you have to remind yourself how close the Union came to winning its first trophy last season.
The United States defeated Australia 3-1 Monday night.
Twenty-three impressive women comprise one team that represents the entire nation. This year's Women's World Cup is a definite must-see event. But where is the best place to watch the drama unfold in Philadelphia?
Fans have made such allegations against FIFA for years, and many in the soccer world did not see this coming at all.
Let's take a look at five events in sports over the last year more surprising than Beck's shocking GRAMMYs Album of the Year win.
Read on for a visitor's guide to transportation, dining, hotels and the top attractions in London.
Westbound lanes reopened Thursday after two separate car crashes on the Commodore Barry Bridge on Thanksgiving.
Black Friday shopping will be chilly but dry across the Philadelphia area.
Neighbors stepped up to help after Lynn and John Petroski's car was stolen in South Philadelphia with John's walker inside.
This is the second year Collingdale Councilwoman Felecia Coffee has organized the Thanksgiving feast for veterans and those less fortunate.
Before the Thanksgiving turkey, long-time players come together for a friendly game of football in Delaware County.
Before the Thanksgiving turkey, long-time players come together for a friendly game of football in Delaware County.
Westbound lanes reopened Thursday after two separate car crashes on the Commodore Barry Bridge on Thanksgiving.
Black Friday shopping will be chilly but dry across the Philadelphia area.
Neighbors stepped up to help after Lynn and John Petroski's car was stolen in South Philadelphia with John's walker inside.
This is the second year Collingdale Councilwoman Felecia Coffee has organized the Thanksgiving feast for veterans and those less fortunate.
Neighbors stepped up to help after Lynn and John Petroski's car was stolen in South Philadelphia with John's walker inside.
Before the Thanksgiving turkey, long-time players come together for a friendly game of football in Delaware County.
Cacia's Bakery cooked 118 Thanksgiving turkeys for families this year, beating last year's total by
One shopper said she saw a lot of sales while shopping at Acme Wednesday in Montgomery County.
The cause of the fire in Norristown remains unclear. The Red Cross set up a shelter to help people impacted by the fire.
A man was taken to the hospital after he was shot while trying to flee police in Deptford Township, New Jersey.
Several fall sports teams at Shawnee High School celebrated winning the state championship at the annual Turkey Trot.
A decadelong conflict over North Wildwood's beaches involving tens of millions of dollars in litigation and fines could end soon.
The holiday season can be triggering for people in recovery. Experts share tips to ease the pressure.
Camden County Police Department is helping some seniors have a stress-free holiday with Thanksgiving only two days away.
Multiple backups were seen on traffic cameras on I-95 as crews responded to multiple crashes Wednesday morning.
Former NFL running back Wendell Smallwood Jr. has been charged with defrauding COVID-19 relief programs, court documents show.
Sahori Arteaga and her family spent 10 months at the Ronald McDonald House of Delaware after flying 3,000 miles from Honduras to Wilmington for a kidney transplant.
It was a full circle moment when a Chester County mother brought her son to visit the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware for the first time.
For the Schiro family from Nevada, the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware — "Donald's House" — is a second home.
The holiday season can be triggering for people in recovery. Experts share tips to ease the pressure.
Michael Profeto received the 1,000th kidney transplant at Temple University Hospital during Thanksgiving week.
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
As runners count down to Sunday's big race at the Philadelphia Marathon, the cause is driving some people to run 26.2 miles.
A high school in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, has a reported whooping cough case.
The Thanksgiving food shopping rush is well underway at Philadelphia staples like Reading Terminal Market and the Italian Market.
Triple Bottom Brewing's apprenticeships provide opportunities for people involved with the justice system.
Ocean City residents were able to hear from the developer about his plans to transform Gillian's Wonderland Pier into a hotel.
Winemaker Larry Sharrott said the drought will help produce robust wines at his South Jersey winery.
The bar made the announcement on social media in a collaborative post with all other Bark Social locations.
If you're flying today for Thanksgiving, you can track TSA screening wait times on Philadelphia International Airport's website.
Philadelphia residents should expect road closures for the annual Thanksgiving Day Parade. Here's what you need to know.
Multiple backups were seen on traffic cameras on I-95 as crews responded to multiple crashes Wednesday morning.
The holiday travel blitz in the Philadelphia region is underway, and travelers are expected to take to the skies and the roads for Thanksgiving.
Thorndale line train service was suspended in both directions between Center City and Thorndale Station Monday afternoon, according to SEPTA.
Saquon Barkley is on pace to have the best running back season in Eagles franchise history in his first year in Philadelphia.
Sean Couturier scored at 2:31 of overtime to give the Philadelphia Flyers a 3-2 win over the Nashville Predators.
The Houston Rockets beat the Philadelphia 76ers 122-115 in overtime on Wednesday night.
Several fall sports teams at Shawnee High School celebrated winning the state championship at the annual Turkey Trot.
A new report indicates that, yes, the Philadelphia Phillies have spoken with Scott Boras about prized free agent Juan Soto.
The Thanksgiving food shopping rush is well underway at Philadelphia staples like Reading Terminal Market and the Italian Market.
For the 10th year running, Collegeville Italian Bakery is providing hot meals to police officers, firefighters and EMTs who have to work on Thanksgiving.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce is getting his own late-night television show on ESPN early next year.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
The rain couldn't damper the enthusiasm this morning at Philadelphia's Thanksgiving Day Parade. There were marching bands, giant balloons, and floats on the route from Center City up the Ben Franklin Parkway. This is the oldest Thanksgiving parade in the country. Today marks the 105th of a tradition that began in 1920.
What began in 1974 as a friendly football game between a few Haverford and Episcopal friends has grown into a beloved annual tradition in Delaware County, Pennsylvania.
All year round some people make it their mission to make sure no one goes hungry and no one is forgotten. That also rings true on Thanksgiving. Ryan Hughes talks to those in the community choosing to donate their time this holiday.
A man was shot while trying to run from police in Deptford at the Fairfield Inn on Hurffville Road. Investigators say police were called to that location for some kind of disturbance on Thanksgiving. When officers arrived, they saw a man jump from a second-story window and take off running As they ran after him, one of the officers opened fire, hitting the man. He is expected to survive.
Black Friday will be chilly but dry in the Philadelphia region. Meteorologist Grant Gilmore has the forecast.