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The second edition of World Sevens Football kicked off on Friday night at Beyond Bancard Field in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and featured NWSL teams for the first time. World Sevens Football is a seven-on-seven tournament with eight top women’s teams from around the world. The matches themselves look quite different than traditional football with some […]
Today, the North Carolina Courage announced the signing of Ally Schlegel on a three-year guaranteed contract through the 2028 NWSL season. “I am super excited to sign with the North Carolina Courage. This is a team and an environment that I have really admired during my time in the NWSL, and I’m looking forward to […]
Former England Women’s U-23 coach Emma Coates is Bay FC’s new head coach, the club announced today. Along with her, the club has also signed Gemma Davies as her assistant coach, both pending visa approvals. One of the points Coates emphasizes is individual player growth, something she worked on while coaching England U-23, and as […]
USWNT star Trinity Rodman is one of the most popular women’s soccer players in the United States, but she may be leaving the NWSL. Although Rodman and the Washington Spirit agreed on a proposed multi-million dollar contract, it was not approved by the league according to reporting by The Athletic. Rodman is currently a free […]
The 2026 NWSL season is 100 days away and many NWSL teams are announcing extensions and additions to their clubs for the next season and beyond. The two expansion teams will be the first in NWSL history to bring on players without the traditional roster-building mechanisms that existed in the past like the expansion draft, […]
Haley Carter has joined the Washington Spirit as the President of Soccer Operations, effective as of December 1, the club announced on Wednesday. The Spirit will also promote Nathan Minion to work under Carter as the club’s General Manager. Carter will be responsible for “defining and executing the long-term vision and strategic plan for the […]
Angel City has announced a contract extension with midfielder Nealy Martin through the 2027 season. Martin was previously signed through 2026 and was traded to Angel City on September 9, 2025. “My short time in LA has made me even more excited for the future of this club. I see the vision that Alex [Straus] […]
In the Portland Thorns’ end of the season roster updates, the club mentions that they are ‘in discussions’ with USWNT forward, Sophia Wilson. “The Thorns are in discussions with forward Sophia Wilson, who has a player option for 2026.” The club went through the 2025 season with seven players out for the season, and could […]
The Utah Royals have reinforced their club for future years. Today, they’ve announced the signings of midfielder Madison Hammond and defender Miyabi Moriya, both from Angel City FC. Hammond has signed a two-year contract through the 2027 season, and Moriya’s salary cap-exempt contract is through 2026. What are salary cap-exempt contracts? In addition to Roster […]
After a breakout season for Racing Louisville, goalkeeper Jordyn Bloomer has signed a new three-year contract through the 2028 season. “I am thrilled to be extending my time here in Louisville,” Bloomer said. “This group has been so special to be a part of and I want to continue growing with this team and this […]
Hailie Mace has signed a three year contract with the Orlando Pride through 2028 in free agency. Mace formerly played for the Kansas City Current, where she was a significant part of the NWSL Shield winning team. The Current’s back line conceded just 13 goals in 2025 and kept 16 clean sheets, the NWSL record. […]
Today, the North Carolina Courage announced that midfielder Dani Weatherholt has signed a one-year, contract extension through the 2026 NWSL season. Originally, she signed a two-year contract in 2024 with the club and now will enter her third season with NC. “I am very excited to extend my contract with the Courage. When I first signed, I wanted to […]
It’s that time of year again, and with only one month left in 2025, U.S. Soccer has announced the nominees for the End of Year Awards. Among the categories, Female Player of the Year and Young Female Player of the Year are included. Fans can vote here, which will represent 15% of the total. Who […]
Midfielder Brianna Pinto has signed with the Chicago Stars on a two-year contract through 2027, the club announced today. “I am thrilled to begin a new chapter of my career with Chicago Stars FC,” Pinto said. “Chicago is a city that celebrates sports and culture, and I’m honored to be part of a club with […]
The NWSL coaching carousel continues, and now with the Portland Thorns. Today, the club announced that they have agreed to part ways with Head Coach Rob Gale. After leading the club to the semifinals and third in the NWSL table, he will be departing the club. Also departing the club is First Assistant Coach Adam […]
On Saturday, the 2025 NWSL Championship between NJ/NY Gotham FC and Washington Spirit, set a new league record. With 1.184 million viewers, it became the league’s most-watched match in its history. The tremendous growth of the National Women’s Soccer League and Women’s Sports all over the world shows no signs of slowing down and continues […]
Today, UT Vice President and Lois and Richard Folger Athletics Director Chris Del Conte announced Margueritte Bates (Aozasa) as the new head soccer coach. “I am truly humbled and incredibly energized to lead this tradition-rich program at The University of Texas,” said Bates. “This is a place synonymous with excellence, built on decades of pride, passion and […]
The two-leg final between Tigres and Club América was played between Thursday and Sunday. The first leg included a goal shower, while in the second, Tigres showed its expertise in pivotal games. They were smart when it came to playing with América’s emotions and ended up victorious, for the seventh time. Club América wasted the […]
Today, UCLA have announced that Margueritte Aozasa will be leaving the school for other opportunities. In her four years, she quickly became one of the best coaches in the NCAA. Aozasa led UCLA to the 2022 NCAA title, two conference titles, and a 67-13-9 record. “Leaving a place like UCLA is not easy, and it […]
How do NWSL players spend their offseasons? The All For XI crew made sure to find out during media week. Hear from Ella Stevens, Sandy MacIver, Ally Sentnor, Jaelin Howell, Khyah Harper, Reilyn Turner, Sofia Cantore, Mandy Freeman, Gift Monday, Tierna Davidson, and Delphine Cascarino. Ella Stevens: “I’m going to Portugal with my mom. I’m […]
SAN JOSE – NJ/NY Gotham FC may have been the lowest seed in the NWSL playoffs—but they decisively proved they weren’t the underdogs in a huge 1-0 Championship win at PayPal park on Saturday. USWNT star and match MVP Rose Lavelle scored the game’s only goal, an excellent shot straight into the corner of the […]
NO SPOILERS! For those hoping to find out the results of the NWSL Skills Challenge results, you’ll have to wait until CBS airs the event on Saturday, November 29 at 1:30 pm ET. The two teams were competing for a $30,000 prize (split amongst the players), courtesy of CarMax. After the event, All For XI […]
NJ/NY Gotham FC are vying for their second NWSL championship in three years. All for XI sat down with the ‘Bats’ to discuss their amazing run to the final, their incredible depth, and so much fun off the pitch! Lilly Reale on Rookie of the Year honor & Family Support After being the top center […]
Ahead of the Washington Spirit’s second straight championship appearance, All for XI sat down with Spirit players to discuss their journey to the final, the team’s extra special relationship to their fans, and their favorite foods. Kate Wiesner talks her big USWNT call-up and the power of Rowdy Audi Left back Kate Wiesner recently received […]
SAN JOSE, CA – The NWSL rolled out the blue carpet for current and past players, their families, and legends of the game for the league’s inaugural awards show. Players traded their jerseys for pants, skirts, and gowns for a day to celebrate the 2025 season. The awards included Best XI, Coach of the Year, […]