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On March 4, the Portland Thorns officially announced Robert Vilahamn as their next coach. His arrival was pending the P-1 visa. According to the club, his visa has now been approved. Vilahamn is expected to lead the team on Friday when they head to Audi Field to face off against Washington Spirit. The match takes […]
Denver Summit FC are resetting all the record books. In the 2026 NWSL Season Kickoff Address from commissioner Jessica Berman, she announced that the expansion club ‘are hoping for a sellout’ and have now sold over 50,000 tickets for the inaugural home opener at Mile High Stadium on March 28 against Washington Spirit. Previously, Denver […]
Did you expect a blockbuster trade ahead of the 2026 NWSL season? Either way, it happened! Today, Bay FC and KC Current announced a trade involving forward Penelope Hocking for $350,000 in intra-league funds. Hocking was selected with the seventh overall selection in the 2023 NWSL Draft by the Chicago Stars. In August of 2024, […]
Today, the NWSL announced a multi-year partnership with Panini America, the world’s largest sports and entertainment collectible company, to introduce trading card products featuring its popular brands, digital collectibles on Panini’s blockchain and an Official Sticker Collection. “We’re proud and excited to be partnering with the NWSL and NWSLPA and creating new products that showcase […]
Defender Alyssa Malonson has been put on the Season-Ending injury list after she tore her ACL while at preseason camp. The Texas native joined the club after Bay selected her from the Seattle Reign in the 2024 expansion Draft. Ever since, she has been a constant presence on the field, which is why she ranks […]
Mak Lind and Dr. Ceri Bowley have made another move ahead of the 2026 NWSL season opener. Today, the North Carolina Courage announced that they have acquired Japanese Women’s National Team defender Uno Shiragaki via permanent transfer from WE League (Japan) club Cerezo Osaka Yanmar Ladies and signed her to a three-year contract the 2028 […]
On Thursday, Sportico published a ranking of the value of each NWSL team, with Angel City leading at $335 million for a third straight time. Although the fee expansion teams paid back in 2022 to join the league was $2 million, in the case of Angel City and San Diego, that fee has increased 100x, […]
The Houston Dash announced on Thursday the signing of defender Cate Hardin on a one-year contract. After a successful career with the University of Georgia, Hardin was named to Houston’s preseason roster and then traveled with the team to participate in the Coachella Valley Invitational. The Georgia Bulldog started all 21 matches in 2025 and […]
San Diego Wave FC announced on Thursday morning the re-signing of star French midfielder Kenza Dali to a contract extension through the 2027 NWSL season. “It’s really good to feel the trust of the club. For me it was obvious to stay here. I felt great from the first day, and I love this club,” […]
Bay FC announced on Wednesday the signing of Argentine defender Aldana Cometti. The former Division 1 Féminine player signed a two-year contract with an option for 2028. “Coming to Bay FC is a challenge that truly motivates me,” said Cometti. “The NWSL is one of the most competitive leagues in the world, and I want to […]
The Portland Thorns have announced their new Head Coach will be Robert Vilahamn, former Head Coach of Tottenham Hotspur Women, pending receipt of his P1 visa. “I’m very excited and thankful to be the new head coach of the Portland Thorns,” Vilahamn said. “The club has everything I look for, with a clear ambition to […]
The Houston Dash announced on Tuesday morning that they have signed defender Avery Patterson to a contract extension through the 2028 season. “Avery (Patterson’s) journey with the Dash has been defined by her competitive spirit, resiliency and unrelenting quest to improve every aspect of her game,” said President of Women’s Soccer Angela Hucles Mangano in a […]
Midfielder Stella Nyamekye has been transferred from NJ/NY Gotham FC to SK Brann in Norway, the clubs announced on Tuesday. The transfer included an undisclosed fee and is pending clearance of her International Transfer Certificate (ITC). “We’re proud of the progress Stella has made during her time with Gotham FC,” said Yael Averbuch West, the […]
The Utah Royals announced on Tuesday the signing of Club América’s forward Kiana Palacios through 2028 for an undisclosed fee, although, according to reports, Utah paid $800K for her transfer. The 29-year-old arrives in the NWSL after becoming Club América’s all-time top goalscorer, having tallied 90 goals in 174 league matches. Most of those goals […]
Brazilian international forward Gabi Portilho has been traded from NJ/NY Gotham FC to the San Diego Wave FC in exchange for $175,000 in transfer funds. “Gabi is an impactful attacking player with championship experience, and we’re excited to welcome her to San Diego,” said San Diego Wave Sporting Director and General Manager Camille Ashton. “She’s a versatile […]
Former Tottenham manager Robert Vilahamn will be appointed as the Portland Thorns’ next head coach, per a report from ESPN’s Jeff Kassouf today. The Swedish manager made his career mostly with clubs in his home country. He also has notable experience in WSL with Tottenham Hotspur women and also spent four years with BK Häcken […]
Bay FC announced the acquisition of Italian forward Cristiana Girelli on loan through August 2026, from Serie A Femminile side Juventus. Girelli is set to join the Bay Area club after the March international window when Girelli will play with Italy following her squad’s 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup qualifying matches on March 3, and March 7. “At this […]
Defender Kayla Duran has signed a two year contract extension with NJ/NY Gotham FC through 2027, the club announced on Friday. “I am so excited to be re-signing with Gotham FC,” said Duran. “Coming off my rookie season as an NWSL champion, I truly could not have imagined a better start to my professional career. […]
In honor of the NWSL’s Kit Launch Day, we rank every club from the top at No. 1, all the way to the bottom at No. 16. Which club put out the masterpiece? Here are our kit power rankings: 16. Denver Summit If you thought the inaugural primary kit was bland and boring, the Summit […]
Defender Emily Sams will replace Jordyn Bugg on the USWNT’s roster for the upcoming SheBelieves Cup, US Soccer announced on Thursday. 19-year-old Bugg, a center back who plays for the Seattle Reign, was ruled out for a hamstring issue during training. Sams has made nine appearances for the USWNT, and has scored one international goal […]
The Atlanta NWSL franchise doesn’t start league play until 2028, but that hasn’t stopped them from making history. According to Sportico’s Kurt Badenhausen, Aflac will be the front-of-jersey sponsor on a seven-year deal worth $28 million. Atlanta NWSL have shattered a women’s sports record. The current record-holders were the Portland Thorns with Ring that set […]
With Washington Spirit defender Kate Wiesner ruled out due to a minor calf issue stemming from NWSL preseason training, Houston Dash defender Avery Patterson will now replace her on the USWNT roster for the 2026 SheBelieves Cup. Patterson was initially on the 2026 January camp roster for the first two matches of the year in […]
Today, the Boston Legacy have announced that they have sold over 20,000 tickets for their March 14 home opener at Gillette Stadium against defending NWSL Champions, NJ/NY Gotham FC. Wait… There’s more! The club has also announced that New Kids on the Block will be headlining the halftime performance. “Welcoming NKOTB to Gillette Stadium for […]
NJ/NY Gotham FC forward Katie Stengel has signed a contract extension through the end of the 2026 season, the club announced on Tuesday. “This club has meant a lot to me, and I’m excited to continue this journey with Gotham,” said Stengel. “We’ve set a high standard here, and I’m motivated every day to help […]
ESPN announced a documentary series “NWSL: The Final Third,” that will feature players from three different teams. The series will premiere on the ESPN app on February 25, and will also feature on linear television on ESPN 2 and Disney+ on March 2. The show is an ESPN Original directed by Marie Margolius and produced […]