Visa partners with U.S. Soccer to boost women's programme ahead of World Cup

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(Reuters) - Visa on Thursday announced a 'substantial investment' in the future of women's soccer as they agreed a five-year partnership with the U.S. Soccer Federation, just eight days before the start of the women's World Cup in France.

- Visa on Thursday announced a"substantial investment" in the future of women's soccer as they agreed a five-year partnership with the U.S. Soccer Federation, just eight days before the start of the women's World Cup in France.

"By making a substantial investment in women's initiatives, including soccer, Visa is celebrating this powerful global force." "With Visa joining us in our long-term investment in women's soccer, we will continue to increase opportunities for women players, coaches and referees at all levels," said Jay Berhalter, chief commercial officer, U.S. Soccer.

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