2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup: A Look at the Squad Lists
2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup: A Look at the Squad Lists. The 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup is set to take place in Australia and New Zealand from 20 July to 20 August 2023. With 32 national teams competing for the coveted title, the squads have been finalized and the stage is set for an exciting tournament. In this article, we will take a closer look at the squad lists for each group and highlight some key players to watch out for.
Group A
New Zealand
Head coach: Jitka Klimkova
New Zealand has announced their final 23-player squad, with Ava Collins, Meikayla Moore, and Kate Taylor named as reserve players. The team will be led by head coach Jitka Klimkova, who hails from the Czech Republic. New Zealand will be counting on the likes of Collins, Moore, and Taylor to make an impact on the field and lead the team to success.
Norway
Head coach: Hege Riise
Norway has also finalized its 23-player squad, with Elisabeth Terland, Emma Stølen Godø, and Malin Brenn named as reserve players. Hege Riise, the head coach of the team, has put together a strong squad that will be looking to make a statement in the tournament. Players like Terland, Godø, and Brenn will be crucial to Norway’s chances of success.
Philippines
Head coach: Alen Stajcic
The Philippines have announced their preliminary squad of 29 players, with the final squad yet to be determined. Head coach Alen Stajcic, who is originally from Australia, will have the task of selecting the final 23 players for the tournament. The Philippines will be hoping to make a mark on the world stage and players from the preliminary squad will be vying for a spot in the final squad.
Switzerland
Head coach: Inka Grings
Switzerland, led by head coach Inka Grings from Germany, will be competing in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. The team is yet to announce their final 23-player squad, but they will be looking to put together a strong team that can compete against the best in the world. Switzerland will be hoping to make a statement and players from the preliminary squad will be eager to secure a place in the final squad.
Group B
Australia
Head coach: Tony Gustavsson
Australia has announced their preliminary squad of 29 players, with the final squad set to be announced on 3 July. Head coach Tony Gustavsson, who is originally from Sweden, will have the task of selecting the final 23 players for the tournament. Australia will be aiming to perform well on home soil and players from the preliminary squad will be hoping to earn a spot in the final squad.
Canada
Head coach: Bev Priestman
Canada has announced a preliminary roster of 25 players, with the final 23-player roster to be announced on July 9. Head coach Bev Priestman, who hails from England, will be looking to put together a strong team that can compete at the highest level. Canada has a rich footballing history and players from the preliminary roster will be eager to make their mark on the world stage.
Nigeria
Head coach: Randy Waldrum
Nigeria has announced its final 23-player squad, with head coach Randy Waldrum at the helm. The team will be looking to showcase their talent and compete against the best in the world. Nigeria has a strong footballing tradition and players from the final squad will be eager to make their mark on the world stage.
Republic of Ireland
Head coach: Vera Pauw
The Republic of Ireland has announced a preliminary squad of 31 players, with the final 23-player squad announced on 28 June 2023. Head coach Vera Pauw, who is originally from the Netherlands, will have the task of selecting the final squad. The Republic of Ireland will be looking to make a mark in the tournament and players from the preliminary squad will be hoping to secure a place in the final squad.
Group C
Costa Rica
Head coach: Amelia Valverde
Costa Rica has announced their preliminary squad of 30 players, with the final squad yet to be determined. Head coach Amelia Valverde will be looking to put together a strong team that can compete at the highest level. Costa Rica has shown promise in women’s football and players from the preliminary squad will be vying for a spot in the final squad.
Japan
Head coach: Futoshi Ikeda
Japan has announced its final 23-player squad, with head coach Futoshi Ikeda leading the team. Japan has a strong footballing tradition and players from the final squad will be looking to continue that tradition and make an impact on the world stage.
Spain
Head coach: Jorge Vilda
Spain has announced their preliminary squad of 30 players, with the final 23-player squad announced on 30 June 2023. Head coach Jorge Vilda will have the task of selecting the final squad. Spain has been making strides in women’s football and players from the preliminary squad will be eager to secure a place in the final squad.
Zambia
Head coach: Bruce Mwape
Zambia has announced its preliminary squad of 35 players, with the final squad yet to be determined. Head coach Bruce Mwape will be looking to put together a strong team that can compete against the best in the world. Zambia will be hoping to make a mark in the tournament and players from the preliminary squad will be vying for a spot in the final squad.
Group D
China
Head coach: Shui Qingxia
China will be competing in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup under the guidance of head coach Shui Qingxia. The team is yet to announce their final 23-player squad, but they will be looking to put together a competitive team that can challenge their opponents. China has a rich history in women’s football and players from the preliminary squad will be eager to secure a place in the final squad.
Denmark
Head coach: Lars Søndergaard
Denmark has announced their final 23-player squad, with head coach Lars Søndergaard leading the team. Denmark has a strong footballing tradition and players from the final squad will be looking to continue that tradition and make an impact on the world stage.
England
Head coach: Sarina Wiegman
England has announced their final 23-player squad, with head coach Sarina Wiegman at the helm. With captain Leah Williamson unavailable due to injury, Millie Bright has been named captain for the tournament. England has a talented squad and players will be looking to showcase their skills and compete at the highest level.
Haiti
Head coach: Nicolas Delepine
Haiti will be competing in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup under the guidance of head coach Nicolas Delepine from France. The team will be looking to make a mark on the world stage and players from the preliminary squad will be vying for a spot in the final squad.
Group E
Netherlands
Head coach: Andries Jonker
The Netherlands has announced its final 23-player squad, with head coach Andries Jonker leading the team. The Netherlands has a strong footballing tradition and players from the final squad will be looking to continue that tradition and make an impact on the world stage. Shanice van de Sanden and Barbara Lorsheyd have been named as reserve players.
Portugal
Head coach: Francisco Neto
Portugal has announced their final 23-player squad, with head coach Francisco Neto leading the team. Portugal will be looking to make a mark in the tournament and players from the final squad will be eager to make their mark on the world stage.
United States
Head coach: Vlatko Andonovski
The United States has announced its final 23-player squad, with head coach Vlatko Andonovski leading the team. The United States has a rich footballing history and players from the final squad will be looking to continue that tradition and compete at the highest level.
Vietnam
Head coach: Mai Đức Chung
Vietnam has announced its preliminary squad of 28 players, with the final squad yet to be determined. Head coach Mai Đức Chung will be looking to put together a strong team that can compete at the highest level. Vietnam will be hoping to make a mark in the tournament and players from the preliminary squad will be vying for a spot in the final squad.
Group F
Brazil
Head coach: Pia Sundhage
Brazil has announced its final 23-player squad, with head coach Pia Sundhage leading the team. Brazil has a rich footballing tradition and players from the final squad will be looking to continue that tradition and make an impact on the world stage. Tainara, Angelina, and Aline Gomes have been named as reserve players.
Jamaica
Head coach: Lorne Donaldson
Jamaica has announced its preliminary squad of 24 players, with the final squad yet to be determined. Head coach Lorne Donaldson will be looking to put together a strong team that can compete at the highest level. Jamaica will be hoping to make a mark in the tournament and players from the preliminary squad will be vying for a spot in the final squad.
Panama
Head coach: Ignacio Quintana
Panama has announced their final 23-player squad, with head coach Ignacio Quintana leading the team. Panama will be looking to make a mark in the tournament and players from the final squad will be eager to make their mark on the world stage.
Group G
Argentina
Head coach: Germán Portanova
Argentina will be competing in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup under the guidance of head coach Germán Portanova. The team is yet to announce their final squad, but they will be looking to put together a competitive team that can challenge their opponents. Argentina has a rich history in women’s football and players from the preliminary squad will be eager to secure a place in the final squad.
Italy
Head coach: Milena Bertolini
Italy has announced its preliminary squad of 32 players, with the final squad set to be announced on 10 July 2023. Head coach Milena Bertolini will have the task of selecting the final squad. Italy has a strong footballing tradition and players from the preliminary squad will be eager to secure a place in the final squad.
South Africa
Head coach: Desiree Ellis
South Africa has announced their final 23-player squad, with head coach Desiree Ellis leading the team. South Africa has a talented squad and players will be looking to showcase their skills and compete at the highest level. Nthabiseng Majiya, Amogelang Motau, and Regirl Ngobeni have been named as reserve players.
Sweden
Head coach: Peter Gerhardsson
Sweden has announced their final 23-player squad, with head coach Peter Gerhardsson leading the team. Sweden has a rich footballing tradition and players from the final squad will be looking to continue that tradition and make an impact on the world stage.
Group H
Colombia
Head coach: Nelson Abadia
Colombia will be competing in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup under the guidance of head coach Nelson Abadia. The team is yet to announce their final squad, but they will be looking to put together a competitive team that can challenge their opponents. Colombia has a rich history in women’s football and players from the preliminary squad will be eager to secure a place in the final squad.
Germany
Head coach: Martina Voss-Tecklenburg
Germany has announced their preliminary squad of 28 players, with the final squad yet to be determined. Head coach Martina Voss-Tecklenburg will be looking to put together a strong team that can compete at the highest level. Germany has a rich footballing tradition and players from the preliminary squad will be vying for a spot in the final squad.
Morocco
Head coach: Reynald Pedros
Morocco has announced their preliminary squad of 28 players, with the final squad yet to be determined. Head coach Reynald Pedros will be looking to put together a strong team that can compete at the highest level. Morocco will be hoping to make a mark in the tournament and players from the preliminary squad will be vying for a spot in the final squad.
South Korea
Head coach: Colin Bell
South Korea will be competing in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup under the guidance of head coach Colin Bell from England. The team is yet to announce their final squad, but they will be looking to put together a competitive team that can challenge their opponents. South Korea has a rich history in women’s football and players from the preliminary squad will be eager to secure a place in the final squad.
Coaches representation by country
Coaches in bold represented their own country.
It is clear that the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup will feature some of the best talent in women’s football from around the world. With each team announcing their squad lists, the stage is set for an exciting and highly competitive tournament. Fans can expect to see thrilling matches and standout performances from players across all teams. The countdown to the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup has begun, and football fans around the globe are eagerly awaiting the start of this prestigious tournament.