To mark the final week of the Women’s World Cup 2023, we have traced the rise of women’s football through the ages and highlighted the Guardian’s ongoing dedication to coverage of the game. From a banned sport to a historic equal pay deal, the women’s game has evolved and continues to grow as evidenced by the record number of fans engaging with this year’s World Cup.
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