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FIFA Women's World Cup Trophy sees South Australia

South Australian football fans are invited to share the exciting lead-up to next month’s FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™ as the Original trophy spends the next three days touring the state.

As part of the FIFA Women's World Cup™ Trophy Tour campaign “Going Beyond”, the trophy will take a quick trip to the Barossa, drop in to Illuminate Adelaide and the Art Gallery of South Australia – as well as giving fans in Victoria Square, Rundle Mall and Gepps Cross a chance to get up close.

Jacob's Creek and Pernod Ricard Winemakers Global Marketing Director Eric Thomson said: "We are beyond thrilled that the FIFA Women's World Cup Trophy will be visiting the Barossa and spending time at Jacob's Creek Cellar Door. We're excited for the local community to come together over a drop worth sharing and celebrate what will be a historic national event.

South Australia is the latest stop on its official tour, which began on 8 June and has visited each of the 32 countries taking part in the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ as part of a mission to celebrate future football talent and build excitement ahead of the tournament.

Minister for Sport and Recreation and Minister for Women Katrine Hildyard, FIFA Beyond Greatness™ Champion Bruce Djite, Football Australia Head of Commercial and Events Tom Rischbieth and former CommBank Matilda Sacha Wainwright gathered at Hindmarsh Stadium this morning to welcome the trophy.

The Trophy Tour precedes the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™ which starts on 20 July. An upgraded Hindmarsh Stadium will see England, Brazil, China PR, Korea Republic, Morocco, Haiti and Panama play across four group-stage matches on 24, 28 and 30 July and 1 August 2023, as well as a Round of 16 match on 8 August 2023.

The event is expected to have a global viewing audience of more than two billion people, with a further 1.5 million fans expected to fill stadiums across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand.

Minister Hildyard said the tour reinforced the scale and significance of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ and the legacy it will leave.

“This incredible tournament will see the best players in the world take to the pitch right here in Adelaide.   It is another boost for South Australia’s visitor economy, as it continues to reach new heights, and an outstanding opportunity to create a significant legacy for our state,” Minister Hildyard said.

“The FIFA Women’s World Cup will highlight sport’s power to unite and inspire and to advance gender equality – in sport and everywhere else.  We look forward to harnessing the power for change that will come through seeing these remarkable women being celebrated for being strong, physical and talented, giving us an unprecedented opportunity to shift attitudes about the roles that women can play.”

“This is so exciting for our state – we will see the best football, welcome fans to our state, grow participation and advance meaningful and lasting change – through the tournament itself and through the significant legacy events we are holding including the global women in leadership symposium The Power of Her – set for 8 August.

FIFA Chief of Women’s Football Sarai Bareman said anticipation for the tournament was building. "We are delighted to announce the arrival of the FIFA Women's World Cup™ Trophy Tour in Adelaide and throughout the captivating region of South Australia,” Ms Bareman said.

“This extraordinary tour serves as a celebration of the immense talent and unwavering passion within women's football, igniting inspiration among the upcoming generation.

“With an astounding outpouring of support from South Australia, we are forging a remarkable legacy for women's football here in SA and beyond. Let us come together and unite, transforming this tournament into an unparalleled spectacle of the global game.”

Football Australia, CEO, James Johnson said Football Australia, as co-host, was proud to bring the tournament to Australia.

“Adelaide will be a fantastic host city for the tournament and we urge fans and communities to make the most of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity,” he said.

“We are excited about the opportunity for this tournament to unite Australians and leave a lasting impact on communities through legacy programs in South Australia.

“We thank FIFA and the Government of South Australia for their partnership and continued support.” The FIFA Women’s World Cup Trophy Tour will visit the following locations in South Australia:

Sunday 2 July Jacob’s Creek, Barossa: 12pm–4pm The Trophy Tour will visit the Barossa to celebrate women who are defying expectations, both in and out of football. Illuminate Adelaide Base Camp, Adelaide: 5pm–7:50pm   Giveaways and FIFA Women’s World Cup™ mascot Tazuni™ will feature along with the Original trophy.

Monday 3 July State Centre for Football, Adelaide: 9am–1pm The centre will welcome the Original trophy on the same day it hosts a conference for nutritionists, injury prevention specialists and referees.

Gawler Place Canopy, Adelaide: 3pm–6pm Bruce Djite will accompany the Original Trophy on Rundle Mall for FIFA giveaways, music and more.

Tuesday 4 July

Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga, Adelaide: 9am–11am The trophy will be included in welcome to country and smoking ceremonies as part of NAIDOC Week.

Along with five FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™ matches at Hindmarsh Stadium, Adelaide will host the FIFA Fan Festival at Festival Plaza, with the site to feature live music, football activities, delicious food and beverages and matches on the big screen.

Please visit fifa.com for more information on the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 and to purchase tickets.

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FIFA Women’s World Cup™ Trophy Tour is ‘Going Beyond’ to Inspire Global Excitement

The tour will take the iconic Trophy to all 32 of the tournament’s participating nations – more countries than ever before

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The FIFA Women’s World Cup Trophy Tour is a spectacular global celebration of the women’s game, giving fans, families and future football enthusiasts

The FIFA ( www.FIFA.com ) Women’s World Cup™ Trophy Tour begins this month and will visit all 32 of the tournament’s participating nations – more countries than ever before; The tour is ‘Going Beyond’ to inspire people of all ages to get excited about the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™; The tour’s Skills Drills will encourage women and girls worldwide to join the celebration by showcasing their footballing ability and creativity

The biggest-ever FIFA Women’s World Cup™ Trophy Tour will embark on a game-changing global journey this month, stoking excitement across the planet ahead of the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™.

The tour will take the iconic Trophy to all 32 of the tournament’s participating nations – more countries than ever before – and will inspire people of all ages by ‘Going Beyond’ to celebrate the rocketing popularity of the women’s game. At the heart of this mission will be a unique opportunity for members of the public to get creative and showcase their footballing ability to a global audience.

Skills Drills will give willing participants worldwide the chance to try out fun football challenges that become tougher over time and then share their imaginative efforts on TikTok.

As the Trophy travels from stop to stop, selected women and girls who have participated in Skills Drills will join FIFA Legends, local national team stars and other famous faces to highlight the game’s emerging talent and increase the buzz around the Women’s World Cup.

As the campaign’s dedicated skills coach, Female Football Freestyle world champion Lia Lewis will set the challenges to her more than 3.9 million followers on TikTok, as well as across FIFA’s social media and FIFA+. She will also pass on her tips to youngsters at a send-off event on 18 February in Melbourne / Naarm, Australia before the tour’s first official stop in Japan on 25-26 February.

The Trophy will crisscross the globe by visiting Asia, Africa, South America, North America and Europe before landing in all nine Women’s World Cup host cities in the final weeks before the start of a tournament on 20 July that promises to go Beyond Greatness™.

Key dates on the tour schedule include stops in China PR on 9-11 March, South Africa on 22-23 March, Brazil on 29-30 March, USA on 10-14 April, Canada on 19-20 April, Germany on 2-3 May, England on 13-14 May and France on 20-21 May.

Several countries will also be part of the tour for the first time ever, including Colombia, Costa Rica, Denmark, Morocco, the Philippines, the Republic of Ireland, Switzerland, Vietnam and Zambia.

“The FIFA Women’s World Cup Trophy Tour is a spectacular global celebration of the women’s game, giving fans, families and future football enthusiasts an opportunity to be inspired and become part of a truly special journey,” FIFA Secretary General Fatma Samoura says.

“It is a fantastic opportunity to experience the most coveted prize in women’s football in person and hear from the game’s legends. The tour will inspire people worldwide by shining a spotlight on the skills and creativity that demonstrate why women’s football has such a bright future.”

The full route of the FIFA Women’s World Cup™ Trophy Tour is as follows:

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FIFA Women’s World Cup Trophy sees South Australia

• 2 Jul 2023 6:54 pm AEST Date Time

South Australian football fans are invited to share the exciting lead-up to next month’s FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™ as the Original trophy spends the next three days touring the state.

As part of the FIFA Women’s World Cup™ Trophy Tour campaign “Going Beyond”, the trophy will take a quick trip to the Barossa, drop in to Illuminate Adelaide and the Art Gallery of South Australia – as well as giving fans in Victoria Square, Rundle Mall and Gepps Cross a chance to get up close.

Jacob’s Creek and Pernod Ricard Winemakers Global Marketing Director Eric Thomson said: “We are beyond thrilled that the FIFA Women’s World Cup Trophy will be visiting the Barossa and spending time at Jacob’s Creek Cellar Door. We’re excited for the local community to come together over a drop worth sharing and celebrate what will be a historic national event.

South Australia is the latest stop on its official tour, which began on 8 June and has visited each of the 32 countries taking part in the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ as part of a mission to celebrate future football talent and build excitement ahead of the tournament.

Minister for Sport and Recreation and Minister for Women Katrine Hildyard, FIFA Beyond Greatness™ Champion Bruce Djite, Football Australia Head of Commercial and Events Tom Rischbieth and former CommBank Matilda Sacha Wainwright gathered at Hindmarsh Stadium this morning to welcome the trophy.

The Trophy Tour precedes the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™ which starts on 20 July. An upgraded Hindmarsh Stadium will see England, Brazil, China PR, Korea Republic, Morocco, Haiti and Panama play across four group-stage matches on 24, 28 and 30 July and 1 August 2023, as well as a Round of 16 match on 8 August 2023.

The event is expected to have a global viewing audience of more than two billion people, with a further 1.5 million fans expected to fill stadiums across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand.

Minister Hildyard said the tour reinforced the scale and significance of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ and the legacy it will leave.

“This incredible tournament will see the best players in the world take to the pitch right here in Adelaide. It is another boost for South Australia’s visitor economy, as it continues to reach new heights, and an outstanding opportunity to create a significant legacy for our state,” Minister Hildyard said.

“The FIFA Women’s World Cup will highlight sport’s power to unite and inspire and to advance gender equality – in sport and everywhere else. We look forward to harnessing the power for change that will come through seeing these remarkable women being celebrated for being strong, physical and talented, giving us an unprecedented opportunity to shift attitudes about the roles that women can play.”

“This is so exciting for our state – we will see the best football, welcome fans to our state, grow participation and advance meaningful and lasting change – through the tournament itself and through the significant legacy events we are holding including the global women in leadership symposium The Power of Her – set for 8 August.

FIFA Chief of Women’s Football Sarai Bareman said anticipation for the tournament was building.

“We are delighted to announce the arrival of the FIFA Women’s World Cup™ Trophy Tour in Adelaide and throughout the captivating region of South Australia,” Ms Bareman said.

“This extraordinary tour serves as a celebration of the immense talent and unwavering passion within women’s football, igniting inspiration among the upcoming generation.

“With an astounding outpouring of support from South Australia, we are forging a remarkable legacy for women’s football here in SA and beyond. Let us come together and unite, transforming this tournament into an unparalleled spectacle of the global game.”

Football Australia, CEO, James Johnson said Football Australia, as co-host, was proud to bring the tournament to Australia.

“Adelaide will be a fantastic host city for the tournament and we urge fans and communities to make the most of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity,” he said.

“We are excited about the opportunity for this tournament to unite Australians and leave a lasting impact on communities through legacy programs in South Australia.

“We thank FIFA and the Government of South Australia for their partnership and continued support.”

The FIFA Women’s World Cup Trophy Tour will visit the following locations in South Australia:

Sunday 2 July

Jacob’s Creek, Barossa: 12pm-4pm

The Trophy Tour will visit the Barossa to celebrate women who are defying expectations, both in and out of football.

Illuminate Adelaide Base Camp, Adelaide: 5pm-7:50pm

Giveaways and FIFA Women’s World Cup™ mascot Tazuni™ will feature along with the Original trophy.

Monday 3 July

State Centre for Football, Adelaide: 9am-1pm

The centre will welcome the Original trophy on the same day it hosts a conference for nutritionists, injury prevention specialists and referees.

Gawler Place Canopy, Adelaide: 3pm-6pm

Bruce Djite will accompany the Original Trophy on Rundle Mall for FIFA giveaways, music and more.

Tuesday 4 July

Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga, Adelaide: 9am-11am

The trophy will be included in welcome to country and smoking ceremonies as part of NAIDOC Week.

Art Gallery of South Australia, Adelaide: 12pm-2pm

Along with five FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™ matches at Hindmarsh Stadium, Adelaide will host the FIFA Fan Festival at Festival Plaza, with the site to feature live music, football activities, delicious food and beverages and matches on the big screen.

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After four months on its global tour, the women’s world cup 2023 original trophy is on its way to the two host nations..

After travelling the world, the Women’s World Cup 2023 trophy is on its way New Zealand and Australia with the original trophy set to visit all nine host cities starting in Auckland (NZ).

Check out the full squad lists and fixtures here!

Over 200,000 #FIFAWWC tickets will be available to purchase on Tuesday 6 June! 🤩 Set your alarms, they go on sale at 12:00 (AEST)/ 14:00 (NZST)/ 04:00 (CEST)! ⏰ #BeyondGreatness — FIFA Women's World Cup (@FIFAWWC) June 1, 2023

The official tour commenced last February before making its first global stop in Tokyo, Japan. It has since travelled thousands of miles across oceans and continents as anticipation builds ahead of the biggest ever Women’s World Cup which kicks off on 20 July and ends a month later .

The trophy visited all 32 qualified nations and will now stay in the two host countries until the world champions are crowned on Sunday, 20 August.

Speaking about the trophy tour, FIFA Secretary General Fatma Samoura said: “The FIFA Women’s World Cup Trophy Tour has created a sense of unity throughout its journey, showcasing the power of sport in bringing people together.”

Retour en vidéo sur le passage du trophée de la @FIFAWWC à Paris 🏆🔙 🎥> https://t.co/DqL0jCLZVP pic.twitter.com/SGVCSvMhN1 — Equipe de France Féminine (@equipedefranceF) May 22, 2023

“Women and girls have been inspired by the arrival of the Trophy in their home cities, and now finally, it is going to arrive in Aotearoa New Zealand and Australia. The host nations will do a fantastic job in continuing to spread the Trophy Tour’s theme of #GoingBeyond and celebrating the participation of women and girls in our beautiful game.”

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FIFA Women's World Cup Trophy Tour - Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony 2023

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FIFA Women’s World Cup™ Trophy Tour 2023 – The Route

The FIFA Women’s World Cup™ Trophy Tour 2023 is on its journey to each of the 32 qualified countries – the largest FIFA Women’s World Cup™ Trophy Tour to date!

Special guests and famous faces will be supporting this Trophy Tour’s campaign, Going Beyond: with a mission to inspire, coach and spotlight future female football talent of all levels and backgrounds, building unprecedented global excitement and support ahead of the tournament’s kick-off in July.

As the Trophy travels the globe, more women and girls continue to participate in Skills Drills, a football skills social media challenge being led by Female Football Freestyle World Champion Lia Lewis, in collaboration with FIFA. Skills Drills are live across TikTok and Instagram, with Skills Trainer tutorial videos and other exclusive content also available here on FIFA+.

Find out if the Trophy is coming to your city below:

Tokyo, Japan, 25-26 February

Seoul, Korea Republic, 27 February

Manila, Philippines, 1-2 March

Hanoi, Vietnam,  4-5 March

Shanghai, China PR,  9-11 March

Rabat, Morocco, 20 March

Johannesburg, South Africa, 22-23 March 

Lusaka, Zambia, 24 March

Abuja, Nigeria, 26 March

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 29-30 March

Buenos Aires, Argentina, 1 April

Cali, Colombia, 3 April

San Jose, Costa Rica, 5 April

Panama City, Panama, 8 April

Saint Louis, USA, 11 April

New York City, USA, 12-13 April

Port-au-Prince TBC, Haiti, 15 April

Kingston, Jamaica, 17 April

Toronto, Canada, 19-20 April

Zurich, Switzerland, 29 April

Geneva, Switzerland, 1 May

Berlin, Germany , 2-3 May

Copenhagen, Denmark, 4 May

Gothenburg, Sweden, 6-7 May

Oslo, Norway, 8 May

Dublin, Republic of Ireland, 10 May

London, England, 13-14 May

Venice, Italy, 16 May

The Hague, Netherlands, 18 May 

Paris, France, 20-21 May

Madrid, Spain, 22 May

Lisbon, Portugal, 24 May

Auckland, New Zealand, 2-4 June

Sydney, Australia, 8-12 June   

Melbourne, Australia, 14-16 June

Hamilton, New Zealand, 17-20 June

Dunedin, New Zealand, 22-25 June

Brisbane, Australia, 28 June to 1 July

Adelaide, Australia, 2-4 July

Perth, Australia, 7-10 July

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Queensland Welcomes FIFA Women’s World Cup™ Trophy Tour

Posted by Chisa Boonmee | Jun 29, 2023 | Sports | 0 |

As part of a game-changing global schedule, the Original Trophy will touch down in south-east Queensland on June 28 and spend four days taking in the breathtaking views of the Sunshine State.

The Original Trophy will arrive in Queensland having already amassed more than 120,000kms on its journey to each of the 32 qualified countries to build excitement and support ahead of next month’s tournament.

With a vibrant line-up of events and iconic locations, the FIFA Women’s World Cup™ Trophy Tour promises to unite communities and ignite the passion for women’s football across the state.

The Queensland leg of the Trophy Tour will kick off in Brisbane/Meaanjin, the home of eight exhilarating fixtures at Brisbane Stadium.

Kristine Lilly, FIFA Legend and two-time World Cup champion with the USA, will join delegates from Football Australia and Football Queensland in welcoming the Trophy to Brisbane/Meaanjin before the tour travels to beautiful Moreton Island to traverse the sand dunes and soak in the iconic scenery.

The Trophy will continue its journey to the Sunshine Coast stopping at WinterFest23, the state’s largest junior football carnival, before it heads south to the picturesque Burleigh Beach.

As the Original Trophy travels from stop to stop, Matildas Alumni and Future Matildas will join forces with grassroots and local heroes to highlight the game’s emerging talent and stoke the flames ahead the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™.

Football powerhouses England will take on Haiti on 22 July in Brisbane / Meaanjin’s first match of the 64-game international tournament.

Brisbane Stadium has five Group Stage games plus a round-of-16 knock-out match and a quarter-final before hosting the bumper third-place play-off on 19 August.

In the Group Stage alone, matches will feature Australia’s beloved Matildas as well as powerhouse footballing nations England, France, Germany and Brazil.

The Tour will wrap up its Australian leg in Adelaide/Tartanya and Perth/Boorloo before crossing the ditch and concluding in Wellington/ Te Whanganui-a-Tara, NZ, six days out from tournament kick off.

Please visit www.fifa.com for the latest updates and more information on the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ and FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ Trophy Tour.

Follow us on social media with the hashtag #FIFAGoingBeyond to join the conversation and share your excitement.

Quotes attributable to FIFA Chief of Women’s Football, Sarai Bareman:

“We’re thrilled to bring the FIFA Women’s World Cup™ Trophy Tour to Brisbane and the Queensland region.

“This tour celebrates the talent and passion of women’s football, inspiring the next generation.

“With remarkable support from Queensland, we’re creating a legacy for women’s football. Let’s unite and make the tournament a true showcase of the world’s game.”

FIFA Women’s World Cup™ Trophy Tour

Wednesday, June 28

• Brisbane Sign, South Bank Parklands, 10am – 11am
• Mitchelton Football Club, Teralba Park, 4pm – 5.30pm

Thursday, June 29

• Tangalooma Resort, Moreton Island, 10am – 11am

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• WinterFest23, Maroochydore Multi-Sports Complex, 10.15am – 12.15pm

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Adelaide/Tarntanya matches confirmed for FIFA Women's World Cup 2023™

Adelaide/Tarntanya will welcome England, Brazil, China PR, Korea Republic and Morocco next year after the draw for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ was conducted in Auckland on Saturday.

Adelaide / Tarntanya will host the following nations in the Group Stage: 

• England 
• Brazil 
• China PR 
• Korea Republic 
• Morocco 
• Group B Play-Off Winner: Winner of Chile, Haiti and Senegal 
• Group C Play-Off Winner: Winner of Papua New Guinea, Chinese Taipei, Panama and Paraguay 

Kick off times are yet to be finalised. 

Full article from FIFA At a glittering Aotea Centre, 800 guests from around the globe including the FIFA President and Secretary General, Aotearoa New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, Australian Federal Minister for Sport Anika Wells, representatives from the teams, FIFA Legends, and international media discovered the eight groups after being treated to a spectacular celebration of Māori and First Nations culture.

The 29 qualified nations can now advance their plans for next year’s tournament, which will be the first to be co-hosted by two nations from different Confederations, and the first FIFA Women’s World Cup to feature 32 teams. The Draw outcomes will also further serve to inspire the nations competing in February’s Play-Off Tournament , as they plot their paths to the groups – D, E, and F – that require one more side to be complete.

In order to optimise the specific match details for the benefit of supporters, teams and the media, the final match schedule and kick-off times will be confirmed shortly.

The FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 Draw was conducted by women’s football great Carli Lloyd – a two-time FIFA Women’s World Cup champion – and sports anchor Amanda Davies. Julie Dolan and Cate Campbell represented Australia as Draw Assistants, with Maia Jackman and Zoi Sadowski-Synnott representing Aotearoa New Zealand. FIFA Legends Ian Wright (England), Geremi (Cameroon), Alexi Lalas (United States of America) and Gilberto Silva (Brazil) also featured as Draw Assistants, while Kirstie Stanway and Mel McLaughlin had the honour of being the Draw Hosts. Tazuni™ , the Official Mascot of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023, made her global debut at the Draw, which was broadcast globally on FIFA+ . The results are as follows:

New Zealand Norway Philippines Switzerland

Australia Republic of Ireland Nigeria Canada

Spain Costa Rica Zambia Japan

England Group B play-off winner Denmark China PR

USA Vietnam Netherlands Group A play-off winner

France Jamaica Brazil Group C play-off winner

Sweden South Africa Italy Argentina

Germany Morocco Colombia Korea Republic

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32 teams, 64 games, and one golden trophy to lift high. The FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 is here, and the city of Adelaide is one of the ten host cities for the tournament. However, getting a ticket to watch the games is no joke.

Hindmarsh Stadium will be the home of the action during the games, but Australia won’t be playing any of their group-stage games in the city. Even if we make it through to the first few rounds, Hindmarsh won’t be hosting any of those games either.

That means that, if you’re based in the SA capital , you’re going to need a good spot to enjoy all of the action.

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Thankfully, Adelaide has no shortage of great places to watch all of the World Cup action from. Whether you’re just backing the Matildas or you’re interested in watching all of the games, you have some options to choose from.

These spots are likely to fill up quickly as fans flock to support their teams. To ensure you get yourself the best seat in the house, it’s wise to plan ahead and arrive early.

Grab your national scarf and get ready to lock in at one of Adelaide’s top venues for joining the passionate crowd, indulging in great food and drink, and witnessing the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 unfold in all its glory.

Where to Watch the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Adelaide

The Matildas have three confirmed games against Ireland, Canada, and Nigeria, making it a relatively challenging group stage for us. If we make it out of the group stage, we’ll be through to the instant elimination rounds.

Timetables and coverage of the later games are still to be confirmed depending on where we place, but the three confirmed group stage games will be held on:

• Thursday, 20 July at 8pm – Australia vs Ireland
• Thursday, 27 July at 8pm – Australia vs Nigeria
• Monday, 31 July at 8pm – Australia vs Canada

Free Outdoor Live Screens in Adelaide Showing the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023

Festival Plaza

The newly-made over Festival Plaza on King William Road is the site of the FIFA Fan Festival. The football association is working in collaboration with all host cities to provide free live screenings of the games, and Adelaide is no exception.

Football isn’t the only excitement on offer though. The Fan Festival will also play host to top Aussie musical acts – including Kimbra, San Cisco, and Montaigne – to keep the crowds pumped up between matches.

Culinary offerings are overseen by food enthusiast and MasterChef contestant Callum Hann. Hann is bringing his love for South Australian produce to the festival grounds with a menu inspired by the international influences of the Cup.

The festival site will be open most days across the tournament, from 20 July to 30 August. However, not every single game will be screened, so it’s best to check the event website for specifics as these are subject to change.

Rest assured though, Festival Plaza will be the place to be during the Matilda’s matches, the group stage games, the quarters, semis, and grand finals.

The Rosey, City

Following a major facelift a few years back, the former Rosemont Hotel has transformed into The Rosey, one of the city’s premier sports bars. The venue now boasts seven big indoor screens plus a projector and full surround sound to bring you right into the action. It’s about as ‘sports bar’ as you can get, with a lively crowd and cold beer on tap. Every game from the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup will be on the screens here.

Brighton Metro, Brighton

The newly renovated 175-year-old Brighton Metro Hotel boasts a terrace bar, mezzanine, garden room, and a beer garden. The Matildas’ games and the all-important knock-out round matches will be playing on all screens, including the massive projection one in the slick beer garden. Plus, the Metro is offering ‘Whistle to Whistle’ packages at $65pp for unlimited drinks and a main. They’re also running penalty shootout comps at halftime, so get practicing your shots.

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The District at Skycity, City

The District at Skycity is turning over their modern industrial stylings to World Cup madness. All games from the tournament will be shown live and free on their 20-metre big screen in the sports bar. Only the freshest beers from the Pirate Life brewery will be on tap, and $4.00 happy hour schooners start from 4.00pm, Monday to Friday. With a 450-cap venue, the atmosphere is sure to be electric.

Kent Town Hotel, Kent Town

The historic Kent Town Hotel has recently emerged from its $7 million facelift and is back once again to serve the good people of Adelaide. The Victorian-era establishment has kept much of its original charm and even added a Candy Room in tribute to its Old World roots. The Pub is celebrating the World Cup with all Australian games and later matches on the big screens around the venue.

The Elephant, City

Looking like a relic from the Tudor era, The Elephant British pub is exactly where you’d expect to find the football crowds during World Cup season. With a massive selection of both Aussie and European beers on draught, the English Premier League regularly on the TV, and a strong menu packed with comfort eats, The Elly has you covered. They’re showing all the Matildas’ games, plus a few others, and will have all the knockout round and finals games action.

Not in Adelaide? Here’s where to catch the action in your city: 

• Where to Watch the FIFA Women’s World Cup in Sydney
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• Where to Watch the FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brisbane
• Where to Watch the FIFA Women’s World Cup in Perth

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FIFA Women’s World Cup™ Trophy Tour is ‘Going Beyond’ to inspire global excitement

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HANOI (18 February 2023) – The biggest-ever FIFA Women’s World Cup™ Trophy Tour will embark on a game-changing global journey this month, stoking excitement across the planet ahead of the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™.

The tour will take the iconic Trophy to all 32 of the tournament’s participating nations – more countries than ever before – and will inspire people of all ages by ‘Going Beyond’ to celebrate the rocketing popularity of the women’s game.

At the heart of this mission will be a unique opportunity for members of the public to get creative and showcase their footballing ability to a global audience.

Skills Drills will give willing participants worldwide the chance to try out fun football challenges that become tougher over time and then share their imaginative efforts on TikTok.

As the Trophy travels from stop to stop, selected women and girls who have participated in Skills Drills will join FIFA Legends, local national team stars and other famous faces to highlight the game’s emerging talent and increase the buzz around the Women’s World Cup. As the campaign’s dedicated skills coach,

Female Football Freestyle world champion Lia Lewis will set the challenges to her more than 3.9 million followers on TikTok, as well as across FIFA’s social media and FIFA+. She will also pass on her tips to youngsters at a Send-Off event on 18 February in Melbourne / Naarm, Australia before the tour’s first official stop in Japan on 25-26 February.

The Trophy will crisscross the globe by visiting Asia, Africa, South America, North America and Europe before landing in all nine Women’s World Cup host cities in the final weeks before the start of a tournament on 20 July that promises to go Beyond Greatness™.

Key dates on the tour schedule include stops in China PR on 9-11 March, South Africa on 22-23 March, Brazil on 29-30 March, USA on 10-14 April, Canada on 19-20 April, Germany on 2-3 May, England on 13-14 May and France on 20-21 May.

Several countries will also be part of the tour for the first time ever, including Colombia, Costa Rica, Denmark, Morocco, the Philippines, the Republic of Ireland, Switzerland, Vietnam and Zambia.

“The FIFA Women’s World Cup Trophy Tour is a spectacular global celebration of the women’s game, giving fans, families and future football enthusiasts an opportunity to be inspired and become part of a truly special journey,”

FIFA Secretary General Fatma Samoura says. “It is a fantastic opportunity to experience the most coveted prize in women’s football in person and hear from the game’s legends. The tour will inspire people worldwide by shining a spotlight on the skills and creativity that demonstrate why women’s football has such a bright future.”

*schedule subject to change

The dates of the stops in the final three countries to qualify via the Play-off tournament will be integrated following their confirmation.

For more information about the tour route, visit FIFA.com/trophytour .

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Roberta Moretti Avery: When you bring the Trophy Tour to cities like Poços de Caldas, you bring a sense of belonging to the wider world of cricket

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Trophy Tour will have an incredible effect on Brazilian cricket and its growth in the country.

When you bring such an important event, like the Trophy Tour, to cities like Poços de Caldas, a cricket development city, you bring a sense of belonging to the wider world of cricket.

Sometimes when you’re growing the sport in countries that don’t have the same tradition as others, it’s difficult for children, players and coaches, to see what the big picture looks like - and it’s important for them to see they’re part of the big picture.

Real feelings from the @brasil_cricket group now…. pic.twitter.com/WXDmnG3dUv — Roberta Moretti Avery (@MorettiAvery) March 30, 2024

Our aim with the tour was to give every important part of Cricket Brazil a taste of the trophy. Because it's such a special, and unique, moment for Brazil, we wanted to make sure every step of our development was covered, so we could all live this together, and so there is a link between the tournament and Cricket Brasil.

Cricket has been in the country since 1872, before football was played here, but football took off and cricket is only now becoming more popular. We want children to be inspired when they see the trophy and become more dedicated to the sport, but we also want to use cricket as a way of improving people’s lives.

The Trophy Tour will also have a huge impact on youth cricket in Brazil. Especially when the younger players, or children interested in the sport, feel the connection between the World Cup and the sport they play.

Having the trophy in Poços de Caldas increased the enthusiasm for cricket for a lot of kids, and you could see the smiles and felt the energy from the children on the days the trophy was here.

One day these kids are going to be thinking about the World Cup as part of their development, and you’re seeing them find out how the sport they currently love is part of something as big as the cricketing world.

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Because the cricket project in Poços de Caldas is extremely organised, we ended up creating various different ways for children to get involved. We have programs for kids that just want to play and have fun, for kids that want to attend university, become coaches and give back to the community, and also for kids that are extremely talented and want to be a part of the national teams.

As it started small and focused on the key elements - sustainability, fun, and inclusivity - cricket in Brazil and Pocos de Caldas, and the whole cricketing world, can change communities and improve kids’ lives.

I have been involved with cricket for 11 years now, mostly as a player, and with Cricket Brasil for eight years, and the changes I have seen in kids, in projects, and programs, has been amazing.

During this trophy tour, we were joined by Michel Assuncao, who came from one of the more violent areas of Poços de Caldas. He started in the cricket project at the age of 12, and his talent was spotted very quickly, and now, he is considered a role model in his old community. The kids look at him and think: 'I want to be like Michel', because he’s travelled all over South America and became the first person in his family to attend university. And that all happened because of cricket.

But the biggest thing for me is how it affects girls, because, unfortunately, opportunities for them to play sports in Brazil are very rare. We want girls to be a part of the project, and want them to play, but we want them to grow as role models and as leaders, and that’s something that Cricket Brasil does well.

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'Been whispering in his ears' - Powell is trying to get Narine to play T20 World Cup

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Is Sunil Narine being coaxed into coming out of international retirement for the T20 World Cup in the Caribbean and USA that follows IPL 2024?

Three nights ago, Narine, who had announced his international retirement in November 2023, was dead certain he'd be watching the tournament from home. But on Tuesday night, after hitting a magnificent century to power Kolkata Knight Riders to 223 for 6, Narine gave an inkling of that stance changing.

"It is what it is, but let's see what the future holds," Narine said after the match when asked if he'd reconsider his decision to retire.

After the match, Rovman Powell , West Indies' T20I captain, revealed he'd been trying to change Narine's mind through every channel possible.

"For the last 12 months, I've been whispering in his (Narine's) ears, but he's blocked out everyone," Powell said when asked about trying to convince Narine to reverse his decision. "I've asked [Kieron] Pollard, [Dwayne] Bravo, [Nicholas] Pooran. Hopefully, before they select the team, they can crack his code."

Powell himself was a key contributor to the game, hitting 26 off 13 at a crucial time of the chase. He came into his own in the 17th over, when he took apart Narine for a four and two back-to-back sixes in a 16-run over that left Royals needing 46 off the back three.

They eventually got home off the last delivery when Jos Buttler, who struck his second century of the competition, heaved Harshit Rana's slower ball into the leg side with the scores level.

Powell was one of Royals' big-ticket auction signings at INR 7.4 crore, but opportunities have been far and few. Tuesday at the Eden Gardens was just his second outing with the bat this season, but he was all praise for the team management.

"The morale in the team is very good, even when I am not playing the communication has been very good and as an international player, I really appreciate when the communication is precise and clear," he said. "The guys are in good space and long may that continue."

Powell was also asked tongue-in-cheek if he'd been whispering into Kumar Sangakkara's [director of cricket] ear about a batting promotion.

"I told them, 'hey, I bat at No. 4 or 5 for West Indies and if you think West Indies is a good T20 side, then you can push me up the order," he said with a chuckle. "We have got a few days off now and I will keep ringing it in their (the management) ears."

Powell likened the emotions at the end to that of a roller-coaster ride as Royals pulled off IPL's highest successful chase. He also revealed he went out to bat with not set plans of taking down spin, and was merely reacting to the situation.

"The emotions are all over the place at the moment," he said. "I didn't plan to take on Sunil, I knew he's their best bowler, but when it comes down to 80 off 30, you have to take your chances. I backed my strengths, took my chances and came off today."

FIFA Women’s World Cup™ Trophy Tour Send-Off event heralds start of global football challenge

After a special Send-Off event in Melbourne / Naarm on Saturday the stage is set for an extraordinary FIFA Women’s World Cup™ Trophy Tour.

The FIFA Women’s World Cup™ Trophy Tour Send-Off event took place in Melbourne / Naarm on Saturday, coinciding with the arrival of the Unity Pitch in the city

Female Football Freestyle world champion Lia Lewis showcased her skills to youngsters, alongside USA and FIFA Legend Kristine Lilly 

The Trophy Tour’s Skills Drills will inspire women and girls worldwide to get involved in the excitement and show support for their country ahead of FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™

The stage is set for an extraordinary FIFA Women’s World Cup™ Trophy Tour after a special Send-Off event in Melbourne / Naarm on Saturday marked the start of a global journey that will inspire the next generation of female football stars.

The celebration took place in the shadow of the Melbourne Rectangular Stadium, which will host six matches during the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™, ahead of the first official stop on the Trophy Tour in Japan on 25-26 February. 

The Send-Off event coincided with the arrival of the Unity Pitch, which was in Melbourne / Naarm for the day and will tour all nine Host Cities ahead of the start of the tournament. 

Female Football Freestyle world champion Lia Lewis was on hand to help open the Unity Pitch by inspiring dozens of youngsters in attendance with an astonishing display of her skills before passing on her tips. 

As the Trophy Tour’s dedicated Skills Coach, Lia Lewis will set Skills Drills over the coming weeks and months to her more than 3.9 million followers on TikTok, as well as across FIFA’s social media and FIFA+, giving women and girls worldwide the chance to join the fun.

“Before freestyle football, I was a ballet dancer. I did 18 years of ballet, five years ago, thinking back, I couldn’t kick a ball. Five years later, I can’t believe I’m here,” Lia Lewis said.

“This Trophy Tour is all about Going Beyond, and through the Skills Drills, we are making football accessible, creative and fun. Skills Drills will showcase incredible women’s talent and, more importantly, inspire women and girls worldwide to take part in something inspirational.”

USA national team legend Kristine Lilly, the most capped international footballer of all time, was also in attendance, engaging with the youngsters and sharing her Women’s World Cup experiences.

Speaking in anticipation of the tournament, she said: “The growth of the women’s game and the support behind it has been incredible. To be at 32 teams in the World Cup is so great for so many reasons – for all these countries who haven’t had the opportunity but now they do, it’s incredible.”

“The growth of the game and how many teams are going to be competing in this World Cup is going to create so much more hype and excitement and challenge those countries that have been there for a while. So, it’s going to be exciting to watch the games and you can get your tickets now, so please do, and support the women’s game.” 

Saturday’s FIFA Women’s World Cup™ Trophy Tour Send-Off event also included the unveiling of a special mural designed by New Zealand Football Fern, Hannah Wilkinson, in one of Melbourne / Naarm’s world famous laneways.

The FIFA Women’s World Cup™ Trophy Tour will visit all 32 of the tournament’s participating nations, and will return to Melbourne / Naarm on 14-16 June, inspiring people across the globe ahead of the big kick-off on 20 July. For information on FIFA Women’s World Cup ticket sales, visit  FIFA.com/tickets .

For more information about the tour route, visit  FIFA.com/trophytour .