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NWSL Availability Report – Matchweek 11 (Saturday): North Carolina Courage vs Seattle Reign, San Diego Wave vs Gotham FC
The NWSL is back for the first time over a month, including matches on the Fourth of July. Here is the current availability report: San Diego Wave FCOUT: Dudinha (Knee – SEI), Cat Macario (Heel), Kiki Pickett (Ankle) Gotham FCOUT: Kayla Duran (Knee – SEI), Taryn Torres (Knee – SEI)INTERNATIONAL DUTY: Mak Whitham (U-17 USWNT) […]
NWSL Defender of the year: Midseason predictions
As the NWSL gears up to restart play after a monthlong break, it’s time for some mid-season award predictions! We’ve seen quite some defensive performances so far this year, but who’s leading the pack? Kate Del Fava The Utah Royals have had a massive season so far and sit in third place in goals allowed […]
Seattle Reign FC vs North Carolina Courage match start time moved back due to heat
Today, the NWSL has announced the start of tomorrow’s match between North Carolina Courage vs Seattle Reign has been moved from 6:30 p.m. ET to 7:30 p.m. ET in accordance with the league’s heat-safety policy. The forecasted temperatures at match time are expected to be in the 90s. The match will also move from ION […]
2025 NWSL Midfielder of the Year Manaka Matsukubo set to leave North Carolina Courage via transfer to Chelsea
Today, Chelsea have confirmed that North Carolina Courage and Japan Women’s National Team midfielder, Manaka Matsukubo is set to join the club for an undisclosed transfer fee. She has signed a new five-year deal with Chelsea. “I’m so excited to be joining Chelsea, a club with a lot of history,” said Matsukubo. “As a small […]
NWSL MVP Race: Midseason predictions – Top 10 contenders for the prestigious award
The second half of the 2026 NWSL season starts tonight, but before it does… Who are the frontrunners in the MVP race? MVP Candidates 1. Barbra Banda – Orlando Pride Forward Who else? There has been no one more dominant and brilliant than Barbra Banda of the Orlando Pride. Where on Earth would they be […]
NWSL announces record attendance, viewership, and many more milestones
On Thursday, the National Women’s Soccer League announced growth across the league in key metrics, milestones, and performance benchmarks. “Building on a historic 2025 campaign, the NWSL continues to see strong growth across every major business and sporting metric, reinforcing the league’s position as one of the fastest-growing professional sports properties in North America.” At […]
NWSL Rookie of the Year: Midseason predictions — Which young stars are making an impact?
The 2026 NWSL season is about to return to action for the July 4, weekend and many new stars have made their marks for their respective clubs. After the midseason break three in particular lead the way, all on the attacking front, as potential winners of the 2026 NWSL Rookie of the Year award. Lia […]
Missouri City Council authorizes ordinance for the CPKC Stadium expansion
The Kansas City Current announced on Thursday that they obtained the City Council’s approval for their expansion plan, which includes increasing CPKC Stadium capacity from 11,500 to 18,000. Additionally, they will develop core riverfront infrastructure and construct a multi-level parking structure. “Today’s decision reflects Kansas City’s belief in bold ideas and transformational projects,” said Angie […]
Report: USWNT and Racing Louisville forward Emma Sears requested trade – Several NWSL have expressed serious interest
According to Jeff Kassouf of ESPN, USWNT and Racing Louisville forward Emma Sears has requested a trade. He also reports that several NWSL teams have expressed serious interest in the winger, but the club is not interested in a midseason transfer for their star. Although, they would be more receptive to it in the offseason. […]
NWSL Availability Report (Matchweek 11 – Friday): Washington Spirit vs Houston Dash, Denver Summit vs Kansas City Current, Angel City FC vs Orlando Pride
The NWSL is making its long awaited return from the international break. Heading into Friday, there are three matches. Here’s the availability report: WASHINGTON SPIRIT OUT: Ashley Hatch (Maternity Leave), Aubrey Kingsbury (Maternity Leave), Casey Krueger (Maternity Leave), Claudia Martínez (Illness)QUESTIONABLE: NoneINTERNATIONAL DUTY: None HOUSTON DASH OUT: Makenzy Robbe (Knee – SEI)QUESTIONABLE: NoneINTERNATIONAL DUTY: None DENVER SUMMIT OUT: Jasmine Aikey (Knee […]
Denver Summit FC place midfielder Nahikari García on the season-ending injury (SEI) list
Today, the Denver Summit announced that midfielder Nahikari García has been placed on the season-ending injury list after sustaining an ACL tear in her left knee. “Nahikari is in all of our thoughts, and this team and entire organization is behind her as she navigates her recovery,” Denver Summit FC Head Coach Nick Cushing said. […]
Seattle Reign Assistant Coach Lee Nguyen heads to Dallas Trinity (Gainsbridge Super League) as First Team Manager and Technical Director
Today, the Seattle Reign announced that Assistant Coach Lee Nguyen has accepted the role First Team Manager and Technical Director with Dallas Trinity FC of the Gainbridge Super League and will be departing the club. Nguyen joined Laura Harvey’s staff ahead of the 2025 season helping boost the club to fifth place – an improvement […]
Angel City FC defender Savy King nominated for Best Comeback Athlete at the 2026 ESPY Awards
Today, it was announced that Angel City FC defender Savy King has been nominated for 2026 ESPY Awards’ Best Comeback Athlete. After making a inspirational return to play in 2026, King has continued to advocate for heart health and CPR awareness after surviving a life-threatening cardiac event in May 2025 – including open heart surgery. […]
NWSL Goalkeeper of the year: Midseason predictions
The second part of the NWSL season is fast approaching, so it’s time for some midseason predictions. Up next is goalkeeper of the year — who’s in the lead so far? Abby Smith Denver Summit’s goalkeeper is tied for the most goals prevented in the NWSL this season with 5.1. What this means is that […]
2026 NWSL Coach of the Year: Midseason Prediction – Who is leading the way for NWSL COTY? Jimmy Coenraets (Utah Royals), Jonas Eidevall (San Diego Wave), Adrián González (Washington Spirit), Robert Vilahamn (Portland Thorns), or Juan Carlos Amorós (Gotham FC)
In the first half of the 2026 NWSL season, who has led their respective clubs to early success? Here are our frontrunners for Coach of the Year: Jimmy Coenraets Given the Cinderella story Utah is having this season, Jimmy Coenraets is a top contender for Coach of the Year. Could he help guide the club […]
The North Carolina Courage sign England international Erica Meg Parkinson
Midfielder Erica Meg Parkinson has signed a 3-year contract with the North Carolina Courage with an option for an additional year. In this way, she will stay with the two-time NWSL Champions through 2029. Parkinson will use an international roster spot and will be eligible to play when the league’s secondary transfer window opens on […]
The NWSL release list of 2027 free agents
The NWSL opened the 2027 free agency period, releasing the eligible players starting today, July 1. The players whose contracts end in 2026 or have a mutual option to extend their contracts can start negotiating. If both player and club reach an agreement and decide to exercise their rights to extend the contract, they must […]
Boston Legacy sign center back Deja Davis from Paris FC
Boston Legacy FC announced the signing of American center back Deja Davis from Paris FC on a free transfer through the 2028 NWSL season. “I think it’s really exciting to be a part of something that’s new,” said Davis in a statement. “My intention was to be here and be at the beginning of something, […]
Goalkeeper Neeku Purcell signs a multi-year extension with the Seattle Reign
The Seattle Reign announced today that goalkeeper Neeku Purcell is staying with the club through 2028 after signing a multi-year contract. The Seattle native arrived at the club as a short-term replacement player in 2025 and earned a full contract ahead of the 2026 season. “Neeku has earned this opportunity through her work ethic, professionalism […]
Seattle Reign and forward Brittany Ratcliffe exercise mutual contract option for 2027
Today, the Seattle Reign announced that they have exercised the 2027 mutual contract option of Brittany Ratcliffe. The forward will return to the Pacific Northwest next season. She joined the NWSL in 2016 after being drafted in the second round by the Boston Breakers and has earned 125 regular season appearances (41 starts), scoring 12 […]
Portland Thorns ‘actively pursuing’ contract extension for USWNT forward Sophia Wilson, CANWNT captain Jessie Fleming, and U-23 forward Pietra Tordin
In the midseason update for the Portland Thorns, there were several key updates. The major update revolves USWNT megastar Sophia Wilson, CANWNT captain Jessie Fleming, and U-23 forward Pietra Tordin. “The Thorns are actively pursuing a contract extension for Sophia Wilson, as well as midfielder Jessie Fleming and forward Pietra Tordin (who holds a 2027 […]
Portland Thorns defender Sam Hiatt signs contract extension through 2027
Portland Thorns defender Sam Hiatt has signed a new contract extension through 2027, the club announced today. “Sam is a strong leader whose experience has been extremely valuable on and off the pitch for our roster, and she has played a key role in the success we have seen over the last two seasons,” President […]
Leilanni Nesbeth and Chicago Stars mutually agree to part ways after expiration of contract
Today, the Chicago Stars and midfielder Leilanni Nesbeth have mutually agreed to part ways. With her contract expiring at the end of the season, she’ll now be able to pursue other opportunities. “We’re grateful for everything that Leilanni has brought to the club during her three seasons in Chicago,” said Chicago Stars FC president Karen […]
Katie Lampson announces retirement from professional soccer
Gotham FC forward Katie Lampson announced her retirement from professional soccer. Lampson’s illustrious career lasted over a decade across the United States, Australia, Norway, Germany and England. Lampson’s legacy at Gotham FC includes two championships and an extra-time playoff game-winning goal in each of those championship runs. “Soccer has been my guiding light for the […]
It’s official: Sam Kerr signs with Gotham FC
Gotham FC announced today that the club has signed free agent Sam Kerr to a four-and-a-half-year deal through the 2030 NWSL season. The signing marks a return to her former club for Kerr, who played for its former iteration Sky Blue FC from 2015 to 2017. Kerr will be joining Gotham in July, pending international […]
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