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Brazilian international forward Gabi Portilho has been traded from NJ/NY Gotham FC to the San Diego Wave FC in exchange for $175,000 in transfer funds. “Gabi is an impactful attacking player with championship experience, and we’re excited to welcome her to San Diego,” said San Diego Wave Sporting Director and General Manager Camille Ashton. “She’s a versatile […]
Former Tottenham manager Robert Vilahamn will be appointed as the Portland Thorns’ next head coach, per a report from ESPN’s Jeff Kassouf today. The Swedish manager made his career mostly with clubs in his home country. He also has notable experience in WSL with Tottenham Hotspur women and also spent four years with BK Häcken […]
Bay FC announced the acquisition of Italian forward Cristiana Girelli on loan through August 2026, from Serie A Femminile side Juventus. Girelli is set to join the Bay Area club after the March international window when Girelli will play with Italy following her squad’s 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup qualifying matches on March 3, and March 7. “At this […]
Defender Kayla Duran has signed a two year contract extension with NJ/NY Gotham FC through 2027, the club announced on Friday. “I am so excited to be re-signing with Gotham FC,” said Duran. “Coming off my rookie season as an NWSL champion, I truly could not have imagined a better start to my professional career. […]
In honor of the NWSL’s Kit Launch Day, we rank every club from the top at No. 1, all the way to the bottom at No. 16. Which club put out the masterpiece? Here are our kit power rankings: 16. Denver Summit If you thought the inaugural primary kit was bland and boring, the Summit […]
Defender Emily Sams will replace Jordyn Bugg on the USWNT’s roster for the upcoming SheBelieves Cup, US Soccer announced on Thursday. 19-year-old Bugg, a center back who plays for the Seattle Reign, was ruled out for a hamstring issue during training. Sams has made nine appearances for the USWNT, and has scored one international goal […]
The Atlanta NWSL franchise doesn’t start league play until 2028, but that hasn’t stopped them from making history. According to Sportico’s Kurt Badenhausen, Aflac will be the front-of-jersey sponsor on a seven-year deal worth $28 million. Atlanta NWSL have shattered a women’s sports record. The current record-holders were the Portland Thorns with Ring that set […]
With Washington Spirit defender Kate Wiesner ruled out due to a minor calf issue stemming from NWSL preseason training, Houston Dash defender Avery Patterson will now replace her on the USWNT roster for the 2026 SheBelieves Cup. Patterson was initially on the 2026 January camp roster for the first two matches of the year in […]
Today, the Boston Legacy have announced that they have sold over 20,000 tickets for their March 14 home opener at Gillette Stadium against defending NWSL Champions, NJ/NY Gotham FC. Wait… There’s more! The club has also announced that New Kids on the Block will be headlining the halftime performance. “Welcoming NKOTB to Gillette Stadium for […]
NJ/NY Gotham FC forward Katie Stengel has signed a contract extension through the end of the 2026 season, the club announced on Tuesday. “This club has meant a lot to me, and I’m excited to continue this journey with Gotham,” said Stengel. “We’ve set a high standard here, and I’m motivated every day to help […]
ESPN announced a documentary series “NWSL: The Final Third,” that will feature players from three different teams. The series will premiere on the ESPN app on February 25, and will also feature on linear television on ESPN 2 and Disney+ on March 2. The show is an ESPN Original directed by Marie Margolius and produced […]
Folks, sit down and grab the popcorn. In case you missed it, on Saturday the unthinkable happened. With the Portland Thorns down 0-1 to the Houston Dash in both clubs’ finale, Deyna Castellanos turned the impossible into a reality. If you thought it was just a normal goal, you’d be mistaken and so wrong. On […]
Gotham FC midfielder Sofia Cook has extended her contract with the club through 2028, the club announced on Monday. 21-year-old Cook signed with Gotham in 2025 out of UCLA, and has made ten appearances with the NWSL Championship-winning club. “I’m grateful to have started my professional career at Gotham and excited for the opportunity to […]
After being acquired via trade from Angel City FC in January, Racing Louisville and midfielder Macey Hodge have agreed to a brand new contract through the 2027 season with a mutual option for 2028. “After a few weeks in Louisville, it’s clear to me that Racing is building something truly special,” Hodge said. “From the […]
With more players going from Liga MX Femenil to NWSL in recent years than ever before, who else could make the jump from Mexico to the US? Charlyn Corral With Tuzas’ striker Charlyn Corral going for her sixth Golden Boot this season, her nose for goal is undeniable. She’s the tournament’s top goalscorer so far […]
Danish international Josefine Hasbo has signed a new contract with Boston Legacy Football Club. After being traded from Gotham FC at the beginning of February, Boston has secured her for the next three years, the Massachussets club announced today. After playing collegiate soccer for Harvard University (helping them win the Ivy League in 2023) and […]
Weeks 8 and 9 in Liga MX Femenil brought grit, scandalous refereeing, an angry coach, and so much more. Toluca and Pachuca divide spoils Week 9 was upon us and brought a clash of two Titans. Unfortunately, Charlyn Corral was absent due to a two-game suspension for pulling an opponent’s hair in week 8, though. […]
Denver Summit FC have reset the standards not just for expansions teams and the NWSL, but for all of women’s sports. Today, the expansion side have announced that they have surpassed 45,000 tickets sold for The Kickoff at Empower Field at Mile High – the home opener takes place on Saturday March 28 on CBS. […]
On October 15, 165 caps and 48 goals after making her international debut, Jess Fishlock decided it was time to let others take the mantle. Now, she’s back in an entirely different role. After retiring from international play with the Wales Women’s National Team in October, Fishlock is returning as a technical assistant for Rhian […]
Twenty-four players have been called up to the first U-23 USYNT training camp of 2026, including players from the Portland Thorns, Denver Summit, and NJ/NY Gotham FC, US Soccer announced on Wednesday. The camp will run from February 27 to March 7 in South Florida. 19 players on the roster play in the NWSL, while […]
Seattle Reign announced on Tuesday, that forward Nerilia Mondesir and the club have agreed to exercise Mondesir’s mutual contract option through the 2027 NWSL season. “Nerilia (Mondesir) is a proven competitor who brings intensity, experience and heart every time she steps on the field,” said Seattle Reign FC General Manager Lesle Gallimore in a statement. “Exercising […]
Today, the Washington Spirit have announced the agreement of a new contract with USWNT defender and reigning NWSL Defender of the Year, Tara Rudd (nee’ McKeown) through 2028 with club options for 2029 and 2030 and a signing bonus. “I’m beyond excited to continue my journey with the Washington Spirit,” said Rudd. “This organization has […]
Today, the USWNT and head coach Emma Hayes announced the 26-player roster for the SheBelieves Cup where they’ll face off against Argentina, Canada, and Colombia. “The SheBelieves Cup is a fantastic tournament which gives us the opportunity to replicate the group stage of a FIFA tournament,” said Hayes. “Three quality games in quick succession also allow us […]
The smell of football is back in the air. With less than a month away from the beginning of the NWSL regular season on March 13, clubs are beginning to open a few of their preseason matches to the public. Eight NWSL teams played in the Coachella Valley Invitational for its first round of matches […]
With the start of 2026 NWSL season quickly approaching, the Houston Dash just received welcomed news and a major boost. Today, the club announced that rookie sensation Maggie Graham has been removed from the season-ending injury (SEI) list – she is now on the active roster. The midfielder is eligible to return for the Coachella […]