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References
- ↑ "Women's World Cup 2023 team guides part 18: Portugal". 12 July 2023 – via The Guardian.
- ↑ "Women's football in Portugal becoming increasingly competitive". www.fifa.com.
- ↑ "Learn all about Women's Football in Portugal | Portugal Store". portugalstore.fpf.pt.
- ↑ "Women's football in Portugal | Inside UEFA". UEFA.com. 9 July 2022.
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