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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Attendance records and star power but who will win it? Get ready for the new NWSL season

The NWSL's 14th season features expansion to 16 teams with Boston Legacy and Denver Summit joining, emphasizing stadium infrastructure and competitive rosters as success markers.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromBustle
4 days ago

The NWSL Players Everyone Will Be Talking About In 2026

The NWSL expands to 16 teams for the first time with Boston Legacy and Denver Summit joining, while players pursue individual and team goals for the 2026 season.
fromBustle
4 days ago

5 Storylines To Follow During The 2026 NWSL Season, According To Experts

This year, I think the question becomes can it continue to maintain its high level of competitiveness from top to bottom? Because that's what separates the NWSL from every other league in the world. There's excitement for both new teams, and it's clear Denver's fans are ready to show out in a big way.
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Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
2 weeks ago

Browns, Crew ownership group exploring Columbus NWSL expansion

The Haslam Sports Group is exploring an NWSL expansion franchise for Columbus, Ohio, partnering with local families and Nationwide's real estate division.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Bay FC announces regular-season schedule as it prepares to kick off third year in NWSL

Bay FC's 2026 NWSL schedule opens March 14 at PayPal Park and features 15 home and 15 away matches in a 30-match season.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

USWNT captain Lindsey Heaps signs with Denver

U.S. women's national team captain Lindsey Heaps will join NWSL expansion Denver Summit FC in June, signing a contract through the 2029 season.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
3 months ago

Lagerwey, battling cancer, won't return for Atlanta

Garth Lagerwey will not return as Atlanta United FC CEO next season amid cancer recovery; the club is searching for a successor with expanded responsibilities.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
4 months ago

NWSL continuing expansion, eyes 18th team in '28

NWSL plans to add an 18th team targeting a 2028 launch, continuing phased expansion with an ad hoc, case-by-case admission process.
fromESPN.com
4 months ago

USC star JuJu Watkins invests in NWSL's Legacy

"Juju's investment marks a groundbreaking moment for women's sports and the power of NIL," Boston Legacy owner Jennifer Epstein said. "As the first college athlete to directly invest in a women's professional sports team, she's showing that today's student-athletes aren't just building their own brands -- they're shaping the future of the game. "We're thrilled to welcome Juju to Boston Legacy FC as we build momentum toward our inaugural 2026 season and home opener on March 14, 2026."
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Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
5 months ago

Sources: USWNT's Murphy signs for NWSL's Boston

Casey Murphy signed with 2026 NWSL expansion team Boston Legacy FC and is expected to be the club's long-term starting goalkeeper.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
5 months ago

Lynx's Reeve invests in Minnesota Aurora FC

Cheryl Reeve and Carley Knox invested in Minnesota Aurora FC to advance the club's push for NWSL expansion and professional pathways.
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