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Maitane Lopez’s recent praise for her teammate, Ali Krieger, is making waves in the soccer world. Lopez’s heartfelt tribute to Krieger highlighted her role as a mentor and as the team’s “mom,” via Emma Hruby of Just Women’s Sports. “It’s amazing to be next to her on the pitch. She always helps me, and is […]

Ahead of the NWSL playoffs, the league revealed new MVP and championship trophies. The championship trophy, designed by Tiffany & Co., will first be awarded at the NWSL Title Game on November 11th. NWSL chief marketing and commercial officer Julie Haddon released a statement along with the photos of the new trophy. “This new partnership […]

Good news for OL Reign fans: midfielder Rose Lavelle could return in time for the NWSL playoffs. Lavelle could’ve suited up for the Reign’s regular-season finale against the Chicago Red Stars on Sunday. However, Reign head coach Laura Harvey decided to let her sit out the 3-0 win over Chicago. Harvey has seen some encouraging […]

Trinity Rodman, the rising star of the US Women’s National Team (USWNT), was left in tears after receiving a red card that had a significant impact on the Washington Spirit’s chances in the NWSL play-offs, reported by GOAL. The incident occurred during a crucial match against the North Carolina Courage when Rodman was sent off […]

Megan Rapinoe and OL Reign took on the North Carolina Courage in an intense NWSL matchup. Both teams were on the lower side of the playoff standings, so every point counted. The Reign trailed early but were able to tie things up. The defensive-focused game ended in a draw. Women’s soccer star and Reign leader […]

San Diego Wave striker Alex Morgan slammed NWSL’s officiating crew after their match against the Kansas City Current on Sunday. Morgan vented her frustrations on social media after the officials apparently missed a key penalty in the Wave’s 2-1 loss. Morgan showed a clip of her receiving a pass on the left side of the […]

Sophia Smith is the next person in line to inherit the keys to the USWNT. It did not go well during the FIFA Women’s World Cup but she hoped to turn the year around in the NWSL. One of her first games back with the Portland Thorns was against the Washington Spirit. But, that game […]

USWNT and NSWL star Megan Rapinoe is hanging up her boots after nearly a decade and a half at the highest levels of women’s soccer. The star had a tough final USWNT match, as the team crashed out of the 2023 Women’s World Cup in the Round of 16, the worst finish ever by an […]

The Chicago Red Stars and an ownership group led by Chicago Cubs co-owner Laura Ricketts agreed in principle to purchase the Red Stars on Tuesday, according to an article from NBC Chicago Managing Digital Editor James Neveau. “I am honored to lead this group of Chicago business and civic leaders in our effort to purchase […]

The NWSL has issued a fine to San Diego Wave coach Casey Stoney for making comments on social media about the league’s officiating. Stoney’s social media remarks after a 2-2 draw with the Washington Spirit were deemed to be “detrimental to the league” and in violation of the league’s “Prejudicial Statements and Public Criticism” code, […]

NJ NY Gotham and Portland Thorns lock horns in the NWSL! Catch the NWSL odds series here, featuring our NJ NY Gotham-Portland Thorns prediction, odds, pick, and guide on how to watch. The Goths (6-4-4) are currently on a two-game unbeaten run. Their current record gives them enough time to prepare for the first-round playoffs. […]

The National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) has announced the addition of its 14th expansion team, set to begin play in 2024 in the San Francisco Bay Area. The team, officially named Bay FC, was revealed along with its brand, crest, and visual identity on Thursday. Bay FC is a joint venture between global investment firm […]

For the first time ever, the NWSL will be featured in FIFA. The 2023 edition of the video game comes out on March 15 and will include all 12 NWSL teams. The announcement comes after the NWSL recently teamed up with EA Sports in a new partnership between the two sides. NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman […]

According to the Wall Street Journal, the NWSL is on the verge of expanding to three major cities. The league is in advanced discussions with potential ownership groups to bring teams to Boston, Utah and and the San Francisco Bay Area. The report states the groups involved with launching teams in Boston and the Bay […]

The NWSL announced yesterday Paul Riley and three other former coaches were permanently banned from the league after a report detailing their and others’ abuse was released a month ago. After the league’s ruling was made public, Riley decried the result of him being barred from any NWSL activities as an extension of liberal politics. […]

The NWSL announced yesterday it has banned former coaches Paul Riley, Christy Holly, Rory Dames and Richie Burke for life after they were at the center of league-wide sexual harassment investigation. This comes after a joint investigation report was released last month detailing the extent of abuse across the league. “The league will continue to […]

The NWSL championship is here and the intrigue is palpable. The Kansas City Current and Portland Thorns will meet tonight at 8 p.m. ET to decide who will take home this year’s title. It will be broadcasted on prime time which is a first for the NWSL. The Thorns, who are the one of two […]

Mia Fishel said it herself: she’s all about disrupting the norm. Her ambition led to her bypassing an opportunity to play in the NWSL and play for Mexico’s Liga MX Femenil. The result came in the form of 17 goals for Liga MX Femenil and the Golden Boot to go with it. She became the […]

Megan Rapinoe has made 88 appearances for the OL Reign over nine seasons with the team. She may have made her last one now that NWSL players can test free agency for the first time ever. The 37-year-old star had high praise for her coach Laura Harvey after the Reign lost 2-0 in the semifinals […]

Alex Loera didn’t waste any time getting things going for the Kansas City Current on Sunday as she scored in the fourth minute of the match. According to the league’s Twitter page, it was the quickest goal scored by an away team in NWSL playoff history. .@alexisaloera gets the Current off to another quick start! […]

Ahead of the 2022 NWSL playoffs, which start on Oct. 16, the league announced the nominees for its regular season awards. The five players considered for MVP this year include Golden Boot winner Alex Morgan, who led the San Diego Wave to the third seed in this year’s playoffs. Forward Mallory Pugh will challenge her […]

Last week, Chicago Red Stars owner Arnim Whisler was removed as chairman of the board when the club voted him out of the position. Now, Chicago’s players want to take it a step further: force Whisler to sell the team and sever any connection has has with it. The players’ call for Whisler’s removal comes […]

Days before the NWSL playoffs ensue, the Orlando Pride announced it has terminated the contracts of head coach Amanda Cromwell and assistant coach Sam Green. The two have been away from the team after being put on administrative leave since July 6 following allegations of favoritism and verbal abuse were substantiated. The NWSL released a […]

As more misconduct allegations in the NWSL come to the forefront, Gotham FC owner Steven Temares released a statement saying he is removing himself from club governance at this time. This comes in the wake of a continued investigation from the league and its player’s association over claims of misconduct being ignored by the higher […]

Three new misconduct cases have been brought to the forefront after Sally Yates and her team published a report detailing alleged sexual and emotional abuse from NWSL coaches. In two interviews with CNN, U.S. Soccer president Cindy Parlow Cone didn’t provide any details about the latest cases, which she received on Oct. 1, the same […]

Nine days before the NWSL playoffs kick off, England and United States’ women’s national soccer teams came together at Wembley Stadium in London to stand up against the alleged systemic abuse the league has been scrutinized for letting transpire. Both teams’ players held up a blue and white “Protect The Players” sign and wore teal […]

The NWSL was rocked Monday by the release of a report that highlighted the findings of an investigation into abuse and misconduct in the league. The Portland Thorns are at the center of this scandal, and Wednesday the franchise dismissed president of soccer Gavin Wilkinson and president of business Mike Golub. They have also been […]

As the NWSL starts the process of rebuilding the trust of its fans, players and other members of its league, two of its owners have stepped aside after a report detailed their teams’ involvement in systemic abuse across the league. Chicago Red Stars owner Arnim Whisler and Portland Thorns owner Merritt Paulson both made statements […]

In a stunning move, the United States Women’s National Team announced Wednesday that star forward Mallory Pugh will not be on the roster for the USWNT friendlies that are set to start on Oct. 7. The team cited a family commitment for the reason Pugh will not be with her teammates when it takes on […]

In her first public comments since resigning from her position, former National Women’s Soccer League commissioner Lisa Baird remained steadfast she did her job to the best of her ability despite the league’s players alleging she ignored their claims of abuse within the NWSL. According to ESPN, Baird said in the E60 special, “Truth Be […]

Dennis Rodman, the enigmatic forward known for his stints with the Bad Boys Detroit Pistons and with the Chicago Bulls dynasty, is no longer the only star of the family. Enter Trinity Rodman who, at 20 years old, is deemed the future of American soccer. Trinity was drafted second overall by the Washington Spirit in […]

Brooklyn Nets star Kevin Durant is making moves, but not of the basketball kind. KD and his business partner Rich Kleiman, who own 35 Ventures together, have invested in NWSL club Gotham FC. Following the announcement, Durant was ecstatic: Let’s get it @GothamFC https://t.co/Mbpdfshdio — Kevin Durant (@KDTrey5) May 4, 2022 This isn’t the Nets […]