🎥 All the best bits from the Women's World Sevens so far 🔥
With so many top clubs in action, there's been plenty of memorable moments as the women's game revolution continues.
Before we dive into the best bits so far, here's a quick explainer on how seven-a-side is a little bit different to the standard 11-a-side we're used to.
It's certainly unique! 😮The World Sevens football tournament is under way and here's why it's a little bit different. pic.twitter.com/vQeyQI3tg5
— Match of the Day (@BBCMOTD) May 22, 2025
Now onto the action, and here's the first goal of the tournament, scored brilliantly by Manchester City's Japanese star.
🇯🇵 Aoba Fujino scores the first goal at the 2025 World Sevens Football, as Manchester City have the lead against FC Rosengård!📺 Watch it all LIVE & FREE on DAZN🗓️ May 21🔗 https://t.co/dIfKpURfZv #DAZNxW7F #WorldSevensFootball pic.twitter.com/MG6cbXFe4x
— DAZN Women's Football (@DAZNWFootball) May 21, 2025
After routing the Swedish side 4-0, City faced a sterner test in their second game against Ajax. This unique goal brought the sides level, and ensured the game would be settled on penalties.
👀 Chip the keeper with the shoulder while you have your back at the goal? Sure, why not?!Ajax get level with Manchester City at 2-2.📺 Watch it all LIVE & FREE on DAZN🗓️ May 22🔗 https://t.co/dIfKpURfZv #DAZNxW7F #WorldSevensFootball pic.twitter.com/moV1FFFzQB
— DAZN Women's Football (@DAZNWFootball) May 22, 2025
🎯 COOMBS ENDS THE SUDDEN DEATH SHOOT-OUT CAROUSEL!Manchester City defeat Ajax in the end, their 2nd win in the tournament!📺 Watch it all LIVE & FREE on DAZN🗓️ May 22🔗 https://t.co/dIfKpURfZv #DAZNxW7F #WorldSevensFootball pic.twitter.com/kzSn3a2Me2
— DAZN Women's Football (@DAZNWFootball) May 22, 2025
The other Manchester club, United, had a dramatic win of their own, throwing away a 2-0 lead against Roma before Grace Clinton secured the win with a lovely finish, which is one probably familiar to those who have played five or seven-a-side at any level.
😍 Manchester United's Clinton gracing the pitch with this delightful chip to give the Reds a 3-2 lead!📺 Watch it all LIVE & FREE on DAZN🗓️ May 21🔗 https://t.co/dIfKpURfZv #DAZNxW7F #WorldSevensFootball pic.twitter.com/LqtUTIgeBp
— DAZN Women's Football (@DAZNWFootball) May 21, 2025
PSG went one better than Roma, coming from two goals down to beat Benfica 3-2. Dorsin's strong finish capped off a brilliant comeback for the French giants.
🔄 PSG complete the comeback, as Frøya Dorsin punishes Benfica! 📺 Watch it all LIVE & FREE on DAZN🗓️ May 21🔗 https://t.co/dIfKpURfZv #DAZNxW7F #WorldSevensFootball pic.twitter.com/2wTITcY9Ox
— DAZN Women's Football (@DAZNWFootball) May 21, 2025
Bayern Munich have enjoyed themselves in Portugal, scoring eight goals in their two big wins over Ajax and Rosengård.
They had to come from behind to defeat the Dutch side, and were aided by the weirdest goal of the tournament so far.
😱 The ball develops a mind of its own and takes a spin to go beyond the keeper's reach and Bayern have the equalizer!📺 Watch it all LIVE & FREE on DAZN🗓️ May 21🔗 https://t.co/dIfKpURfZv #DAZNxW7F #WorldSevensFootball pic.twitter.com/QeGeFnRXWU
— DAZN Women's Football (@DAZNWFootball) May 21, 2025
In their second game, things returned to normal, with Pernille Harder scoring yet another header - the first and maybe only of the tournament given the ball has been on the ground in large part.
😜 Of course the first headed goal in the tournament will belong to Pernille Harder!📺 Watch it all LIVE & FREE on DAZN🗓️ May 22🔗 https://t.co/dIfKpURfZv #DAZNxW7F #WorldSevensFootball pic.twitter.com/8xAeeaEncb
— DAZN Women's Football (@DAZNWFootball) May 22, 2025
The Germans are enjoying themselves in the sun as seen by their celebrations as they booked their spot in the semi-finals.
🤣 Scoring, doing the worm, having fun, Mia San Mia and all that in Portugal for Bayern, as they go 4-0 up against Rosengård!📺 Watch it all LIVE & FREE on DAZN🗓️ May 22🔗 https://t.co/dIfKpURfZv #DAZNxW7F #WorldSevensFootball pic.twitter.com/mUfQvsiACW
— DAZN Women's Football (@DAZNWFootball) May 22, 2025
What three sides will join them in Sunday's final four? We'll soon find out as the tournament continues.
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