"For at least one day, Denver's new NWSL team set the national benchmark for club soccer, setting a league attendance record and a standalone women's soccer game attendance record in the United States."
"I think that's what expansion teams do for a league; they redefine what's possible and challenge all of us who are either incumbent teams or who have been around for a few seasons to raise the bar."
Denver Summit FC's inaugural match attracted 63,004 fans, setting a new attendance record for the NWSL and women's soccer in the U.S. The event showcased a significant shift in the league's ambition and growth. Commissioner Jessica Berman noted that expansion teams redefine possibilities and challenge existing teams to elevate their standards. The atmosphere was electric, with fans wearing the team's colors and excitement palpable as the match approached. This event marked a pivotal moment for women's soccer in the country.
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