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After defender Jenna Nighswonger joined the Gunners last January, she has rarely had the opportunity to see the pitch. It has become bit of a trend where USWNT players would make the jump to the Women’s Super League (WSL), and not have see many minutes and Nighswonger is no exception. The former NJ/NY Gotham FC […]
NWSL Player’s Association has expressed opposition toward the newly approved “High Impact Player,” or HIP, salary cap mechanism according to reports by ESPN and The Athletic. The new HIP rule would allow up to $1 million dollars outside of the total salary cap on players that meet special criteria determined by the league. ESPN reported […]
There has been plenty of NWSL news to discuss recently, with Sophia Wilson returning to the Portland Thorns and everybody eagerly awaiting an announcement on the NWSL’s proposed new “High Impact Player” rule. Three NWSL teams recently made signings: rookie defender Kolo Suliafu from the University of Washington signed with the Kansas City Current, goalkeeper […]
The match schedule for the Coachella Valley Invitational has officially released now featuring nine NWSL teams for the preseason event. The Coachella Valley Invitational is a preseason tournament giving clubs the chance to prepare for the regular season with onsite training and full 90-minute matches taking place from February 7 to February 21, at the […]
Originally expected for 2026, FIFA has confirmed the first edition of the Women’s Club World Cup will take place in January 2028. Due to stakeholders’ opinions about more time needed to get this tournament right, it was pushed to January 5-30, 2028. This means the 16-team tournament will take place in an Olympic year and […]
Today, the Portland Thorns have announced that USWNT forward Sophia Wilson has exercised her player option and will return to the club next season. According to Sportico, the 2026 option is worth a reported $1 million – the highest annual salary in NWSL history. After being selected with the first overall selection in the 2020 […]
The year is about to conclude… and the best of the best, according to FIFA, have been announced! The best goalkeeper The Lioness’ and Chelsea goalkeeper, Hannah Hampton, has been chosen as the best in her category for 2025. The 25-year-old Birmingham native became only the second English player to win this prestigious award, following […]
Today, the Chicago Stars have announced that goalkeeper Katie Lund has signed a three-year contract through the 2028 season with the club. “I’m honored and excited to join the Chicago Stars,” said Lund. “This moment marks an important new chapter in my career, and I’m ready for the challenges and opportunities ahead. I’m motivated by […]
Today, Boston Legacy FC announced that they have signed Casey Murphy to a four-year contract through the 2029 season with a mutual option for a fifth year. According to ESPN, the deal is worth a reported $1.5 million guaranteed ($375k annual). The goalkeeper has earned 20 caps with the USWNT which includes the Olympic Gold […]
NJ/NY Gotham FC defender Lilly Reale has made huge waves in her rookie season as an outside back who can defend and attack in equal measure. She won 2025 Rookie of the Year, became an NWSL Champion in her very first season, and is breaking into the USWNT as a rising star. A talented young […]
The venues for the FIFA Women’s Champions Cup, a tournament featuring the champion clubs from each of the six confederations worldwide, have been confirmed. FIFA announced that Arsenal Stadium will be the venue for the final on February 1. Additionally, the semifinals, to be held on January 28, will be played at Brentford Stadium. Concacaf […]
The Chicago Stars announced the departure of assistant coach Ella Masar after three years with the club. “We are immeasurably grateful to Ella for her tireless dedication and loyalty to the Stars. Whenever called upon, Ella has always and immediately stepped up to go above and beyond, particularly with regard to our players,” said Chicago […]
After winning her second NWSL title with NJ/NY Gotham FC this year, Midge Purce is back. The star forward signed a new contract with the Gotham in free agency through 2026, the club announced on Friday. “Let’s run it back,” said Purce. Purce was the MVP in Gotham’s 2023 championship win, where she contributed two […]
According to Jeff Kassouf of ESPN, the NWSL board of governors have approved a new roster mechanism that would allow select star players to be paid above the current salary cap. Behind the scenes, it has been dubbed “High Impact Player.” This would allow teams to spend up to $1 million over the salary cap […]
These past few days have been filled with news involving signings and trades. This is what happened this Thursday. Denver Summit FC signs Camryn Biegalski Defender Camryn Biegalski will add a lot of her experience to one of the new kids in town, Denver Summit FC. The Big Ten Defender of the Year and the […]
Today, Bay FC and the North Carolina Courage have announced a trade – regarding defender Brooklyn Courtnall. In return, NC Courage have acquired $100,000 in intraleague transfer funds. Courtnall signed with NCC in December of 2024 before going on loan midway through the 2025 season with Bay FC (seven appearances). After four terrific years at […]
The NWSL board reportedly is voting on a solution that would allow USWNT star forward Trinity Rodman to stay in the league, according to reporting by ESPN. The solution would reportedly allow NWSL teams to pay one or more star players beyond what the current salary cap allows with a set amount of money, although […]
The NWSL offseason has been busy, with new moves, trades, and signings announced every day. Wednesday, December 10th brought three big announcements: Nigerian international Chioma Okafar signing with the NC Courage, Avery Kalitta re-signing with Racing Louisville, and the Houston Dash playing a friendly match against the Dallas Trinity at the Cotton Bowl. 2024 WAFCON […]
After being selected with the 19th overall selection in the 2016 NWSL Draft, Katie Lind became one of the most respected defenders in the league. In a special career that included 193 appearances across all competitions (176 starts), the NWSL legend announced her retirement today from professional soccer. “Obviously, I wouldn’t be in this position to have played […]
The Chicago Stars captain, Alyssa Naeher will return to the Windy City after signing a one-year contract through the 2026 season to remain with the club. “I’m excited to be returning for my 11th season with Chicago,” said Naeher. “I feel like I still have more to give and want to be out there competing […]
With Laura Harvey’s contract as head coach of the Seattle Reign set to expire on December 31, the club has provided a major update. According to general manager Lesle Gallimore (end-of-season press conference), the Seattle Reign are ‘in ongoing discussions’ with Harvey. For what it’s worth, the head coach spent time answering questions from the […]
Catch up on all the latest NWSL news with our news roundup. Here’s what happened in the league in the past 24 hours: Home Sweet Home Today, Denver Summit FC announced the signing of Colorado native, Jordan Baggett to a one-year contract. “I’m thrilled to join Denver Summit FC and return to my home state,” […]
Need to catch up on all the NWSL moves in the past few days? All For XI has you covered. Roaring to NC Courage English Youth International forward, Lauryn Thompson has agreed to guaranteed four-year contract through 2029 with the North Carolina Courage. “I am so excited to be signing for the Courage. Getting the […]
The final day of World Sevens Football did not disappoint with great goals and intense matches that culminated in a championship for the NWSL’s San Diego Wave FC. The Wave went undefeated through five matches, scored 15 goals and only conceded three across the three-day tournament in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to claim $2 million from […]
Day two of World Sevens Football went off with yet another great day of matches with fast-paced action, intense physical moments and great celebrations from eight of the top Women’s clubs in the Americas. San Diego Wave dominant on the pitch with the wins and celebrations The Wave earned the top spot in their group […]