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Chicago Stars and Finland International defender Natalia Kuikka placed on season-ending injury (SEI) list

The Chicago Stars have suffered a major setback ahead of the 2026 regular season opener. The club announced that Finland Women’s National Team defender, Natalia Kuikka has been placed on the season-ending injury (SEI) list. “Kuikka sustained a knee injury on the first day of Chicago Stars’ preseason training January 20. After further medical evaluation, […]

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USWNT star Crystal Dunn announces retirement from professional soccer

USWNT legend Crystal Dunn will retire from professional soccer after a decorated career, where she won the Women’s World Cup, an Olympic gold medal, three NWSL Championship titles, and three NWSL Shields. “I leave the game with a sense of peace and deep fulfillment for all that I’ve accomplished,” said Dunn. “I’m grateful for the incredible people I’ve had […]

Utah Royals welcomes RC Lens midfielder Dayana Pierre-Louis

Haitian midfielder Dayana Pierre-Louis has signed through 2028 with the Utah Royals, the club announced today. Pierre-Louis comes from the French Ligue 1 RC Lens and her joining the club is pending upon her P-1 work visa and International Transfer Certificate. During the time she spent with RC Lens, Pierre-Louis helped the team to get […]

North Carolina Courage signs Napoli defender Cameron Brooks

Today, North Carolina announced the signing of former Texas Longhorn and Napoli defender, Cameron Brooks. The permanent transfer was completed for an agreed-upon fee, and the contract runs through 2027 with an option for 2028. “Cameron has worked hard to earn this opportunity, and we’re delighted to welcome her to NC Courage. She’s hungry, motivated, […]

Liga MX Femenil: Top five moments from week 4 and 5

Liga MX Femenil matchdays 4 and 5 were part of one packed doubleheader. How is the tournament shaping up so far? Who are the leaders and the players to watch? Charlyn Corral’s is heating up Despite the fact that Tuzas’ striker Charlyn Corral went scoreless in two out of five games played so far this […]

NC Courage’s Aline Gomes is heading to Liga MX Femenil’s Pachuca

The North Carolina Courage announced today that Brazilian winger Aline Gomes has been transferred to Mexican club Pachuca, with both clubs conforming to an agreed-upon fee. The 20-year-old spent almost two seasons in the NWSL after joining the Courage in July 2024, making 21 appearances and scoring two goals.

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San Diego Wave sign 18-year-old Colombian goalkeeper Luisa Agudelo

San Diego Wave announced the signing of 18-year-old Colombian goalkeeper Luisa Agudelo to a three-year contract through the 2028 season. “I’m so excited to be here and to take this next step with San Diego Wave FC. From my first conversations with the club, the ambition, professionalism, and expectations to compete at the highest level […]

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Official: Washington Spirit signs forward Claudia Martínez from Club Olimpia (Paraguay)

Last week, ESPN reported that the Washington Spirit have paid a $950,000 transfer fee to Club Olimpia (Paraguay top-flight league) for star forward Claudia Martínez. Today, the signing is official. The contract is for three years through 2028 with a club option for 2029. “I’m grateful for the opportunity Washington Spirit is giving me at […]

Gia Corley signs contract extension with San Diego Wave

San Diego Wave announced an they have signed 23-year-old midfielder, Gia Corley, to a new contract through the 2027 NWSL season. “In her first season with the club, (Corley’s) impact on the ball, her work rate away from it, and her presence within the group quickly made her an important part of this team,” said […]

World Sevens Football and Two-Time NWSL Champion, Makenzy Robbe signs with Houston Dash

Today, the Houston Dash announced that they have signed forward Makenzy Robbe to a one-year contract through the 2026 season.  “Makenzy brings a championship mentality to Houston and a competitive edge that will help raise our standards this season,” President of Women’s Soccer Angela Hucles Mangano said. “Makenzy has experience in winning environments, understands the demands of high-level competition and we believe her leadership will elevate our […]

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World Sevens Football and Two-Time NWSL Champion and Makenzy Robbe signs with Houston Dash

Today, the Houston Dash announced that they have signed forward Makenzy Robbe to a one-year contract through the 2026 season.  “Makenzy brings a championship mentality to Houston and a competitive edge that will help raise our standards this season,” President of Women’s Soccer Angela Hucles Mangano said. “Makenzy has experience in winning environments, understands the demands of high-level competition and we believe her leadership will elevate our […]

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Official: NC Courage hire Mak Lind – the third head coach in club hisotry

Today, the North Carolina Courage announced the hiring of Mak Lind. The club will officially introduce their new head coach at a future press conference. He is the third head coach in the club’s history. “I am extremely excited and humbled by the opportunity to serve as the next head coach of the North Carolina […]

Trinity Rodman re-signs with Washington Spirit through 2028

The Washington Spirit officially announced the signing of the USWNT star forward Trinity Rodman to a new three-year contract through the 2028 season at a press conference at Angel City FC’s home stadium in Los Angeles, California. “I’ve made the DMV my home and the Spirit my family, and I knew this was where I […]

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Former University of Central Florida GK Caroline DeLisle signs with Houston Dash from Damallsvenskan’s IFK Norrkoping

Today, the Houston Dash announced that they have signed goalkeeper Caroline DeLisle to a one-year contract through the 2026 season. DeLisle is the record-holder for the University of Central Florida all-time clean sheets record. “We are excited to welcome Caroline to Houston, she brings strong fundamentals, composure and a willingness to compete every day,” President of Women’s Soccer, Angela Hucles Mangano said. “We believe […]

Portland Thorns sign former Notre Dame and Texas A&M defender Carolyn Calzada

Today, the Portland Thorns announced that they have signed defender Carolyn Calzada to a two-year contract through 2027 with a mutual option for 2028. “Carolyn is a dominant defender that can provide important cover while defending spaces,” President and General Manager of Soccer Operations Jeff Agoos said. “In addition to her dominance in aerial duels […]

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Racing Louisville forward Kirsten Wright announces retirement

After four seasons in the NWSL with Racing Louisville, forward Kirsten Wright (née Davis) has announced her retirement from professional soccer. “This club has been such an important part of my life and I’m deeply thankful for the trust, support, memories and friendships I have gained here the past four years,” Wright said. “Representing Racing […]

NWSL News Roundup: Chicago Stars defender Natalia Kuikka’s injury status, Brittany Ratcliffe to Seattle Reign, Olivia Sekany re-signs with Racing Louisville

Potential setback for Kuikka and Chicago In the first day of preseason training for Chicago Stars, the team may have already suffered a major setback ahead of the 2026 NWSL regular season. According to multiple reports, Finland defender Natalia Kuikka went down with an apparent non-contact leg injury early in training. She had to be […]

Washington Spirit reportedly sign Claudia Martínez, 18-year-old star forward from Paraguay

The Washington Spirit have reportedly signed 18-year-old Paraguayan star Claudia Martínez from Club Olimpia in Paraguay for a $950,000 transfer fee, according to reporting by ESPN. The transfer fee would be among the top ten transfer fees in women’s soccer history. The record was most recently set by Lizbeth Ovalle’s $1.5 million transfer fee to […]