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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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,” […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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, […]
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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 […]
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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] […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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. […]
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