Tampa, Florida (CNN) Fans had gathered in their thousands, the excitement was palpable in every stadium, and footballers from four continents entertained and impressed to suggest France 2019 will be the most competitive Women's World Cup yet. "But I think we also know that our goal ultimately is to be on the World Cup podium so, for us, to take a hit now is okay." Of the players which featured in the SheBelieves Cup, 29 play in the NWSL with six of those coming from overseas. During a SheBelieves match between the two countries, US and England Women wore the names of women who had inspired them. "I think the SheBelieves initiative is to empower women, not just women in America -- it's women all over the world."

Source: CNN March 06, 2019 13:07 UTC