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Blockbuster Trade | Club Record: Orlando Pride acquire $650,000 from Angel City FC for USWNT defender Emily Sams

Today, the Orlando Pride and Angel City FC announced a blockbuster and record-breaking trade regarding USWNT defender Emily Sams. The Orlando Pride acquired $650,0000 in intraleague transfer funds from ACFC which is a club record, second highest total in NWSL history, and most ever for a defender. “Emily requested the opportunity to consider other options, and […]

25 days ago | 2 reads

The North Carolina Courage sign CANWNT superstar GK Kailen Sheridan

Today, the North Carolina Courage announced that they have signed CANWNT goalkeeper Kailen Sheridan to a two-year, fully-guaranteed contract through the 2027 season. “I can’t wait to join the Courage and bring my family to North Carolina. This team’s soccer identity and tactical systems are so exciting and fit the way I like to play […]

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26 days ago | 2 reads

Notre Dame defender Leah Klenke returning home, signing with Houston Dash

Leah Klenke is returning home to her hometown, but this time as a professional soccer player. Today, the Houston Dash announced that Notre Dame star defender Leah Klenke has signed a three-year contract through the 2028 season. The Houston native graduated from St. Agnes Academy and played club soccer for Albion Hurricanes FC (AHFC). “I am super […]

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26 days ago | 1 read

Forward Maddie Padelski joins the Portland Thorns

University of Alabama forward Maddie Padelski has signed a two-year contract with the Portland Thorns FC. “Maddie is an extremely driven player hungry for challenge and growth,” President and General Manager of Soccer Operations Jeff Agoos said. “As a forward, she is aggressive in and out of possession with an ability to beat defenders head-on. […]

26 days ago | 1 read

Report: USWNT midfielder Sam Coffey close to joining Manchester City

Another top United States Women’s National Team star is close to departing the NWSL. According to a report from The Guardian’s Tom Garry, the Portland Thorns midfielder and captain, Sam Coffey, has been granted permission to travel to England to finalize a deal to join the WSL’s top-seeded club, Manchester City. Coffey has played for […]

26 days ago | 0 reads

Angel City FC signs midfieldier Taylor Suarez

Florida State University champion Taylor Suarez has signed a three-year contract with Angel City FC, the club announced today. The midfielder arrived in California after completing her sophomore year and following the 2025 NCAA season, during which she became a college champion. “Angel City is built on purpose and passion. I’m extremely grateful to be […]

26 days ago | 1 read

Ugandan Striker Fauzia Najjemba signs with NWSL expansion side Boston Legacy FC

The Boston Legacy aren’t done building their roster ahead of their inaugural 2026 season. Boston Legacy GM Domè Guasch and head coach Filipa Patão have made another signing. Today, the club announced that they have signed Ugandan Striker Fauzia Najjemba to a two-year contract through 2027 with an option to renew. “I’m really excited to […]

26 days ago | 1 read

NJ/NY Gotham FC signs Andrea Kitahata, Stanford forward and US Youth International

NJ/NY Gotham FC has signed forward Andrea Kitahata to a one year contract through 2026, the club announced on Thursday. Kitahata previously played five seasons at Stanford, where she had 99 appearances and served as team captain in her last two years. “I am both proud and excited to be joining a group of players […]

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26 days ago | 2 reads

Duke Women’s Soccer star Kat Rader signs with Houston Dash of the NWSL

One of the top NCAA players is off the board. Today, the Houston Dash announced that they have signed forward Kat Rader from Duke University to a three-year contract through the 2028 season. “I couldn’t be more excited to start my professional career with the Houston Dash,” Rader said. “From my first conversation with the […]

27 days ago | 2 reads

Bay FC sign Alex Pfeiffer to three-year deal

Bay FC announced the signing of forward Alex Pfeiffer to a three-year contract through the 2028 season. “I couldn’t be more excited to join Bay FC and begin this next chapter of my career,” said Pfeiffer. “The vision of the club, the environment they’re building and the support around the players all stood out to me. I’m focused on continuing to grow […]

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27 days ago | 2 reads

Kansas City Current announces Chris Armas as its new head coach

Kansas City Current has announced the appointment of former Colorado Rapids head coach Chris Armas as head coach. “We are excited to have Chris in Kansas City, and I look forward to working closely with him as we continue to take the club to new heights,” said sporting director Vlatko Andonovski. “Chris brings a wealth of […]

27 days ago | 2 reads

Racing Louisville signs Taylor White

Forward Taylor White has signed a two-year contract with Racing Louisville FC. The former West Virginia Mountaineer has signed her first professional contract in this manner, following a 2025 campaign in which she led her college team with 10 goals and 10 assists. “Taylor has all the qualities we look for in a young professional […]

27 days ago | 1 read

Brighton & Hove Albion F.C.transfers Jorelyn Carabalí to Boston Legacy FC

Boston Legacy FC has signed Colombian international defender Jorelyn Carabalí, who joins the club on a permanent transfer from Brighton. Carabalí previously played for Brighton & Hove Albion in the WSL and Atletico Madrid in Liga F. Internationally, Carabalí is a fixture on the Colombian national team. She has represented her country in the Copa […]

27 days ago | 1 read

Brazil star Bia Zaneratto departs Kansas City Current in free agency to re-join Palmeiras

Brazilian forward Bia Zaneratto has departed the Kansas City Current and signed with Palmeiras in Brazil as a free agent, the club announced on Wednesday. Zaneratto previously played for Palmeiras from 2020 to 2024. “The impact that Bia had in Kansas City over the past two years is immeasurable,” said Current sporting director and former […]

28 days ago | 1 read

Kansas City Current sign forward Amelia White from Penn State through 2027

Forward Amelia White has signed a two-year contract through 2027 with the Kansas City Current, the club announced on Tuesday. “We are thrilled to welcome Amelia to the Kansas City Current,” said general manager Ryan Dell. “Her professionalism, competitive drive and dedication to getting better each day make her a perfect fit for our culture. Amelia is riding a wave of momentum […]

28 days ago | 1 read

Ary Borges signs with Angel City FC

Midfielder Brazilian Ary Borges has signed a three-year contract with Angel City FC through the 2028 season, the club announced today. The former Racing Louisville becomes the first signing for Angel City in this 2026 offseason, after the club teased a Brazilian signing on Monday. Also, she’s the first of five new players the club […]

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28 days ago | 1 read

Bay FC defender Brooklyn Courtnall signs new three-year contract

After joining the team via loan in the midseason of 2025, Bay FC made the trade for Brooklyn Courtnall on December 11. Today, the club have announced that the Southern California native has signed a new contract through the 2028 season (originally through 2027). “Bay FC feels like home for me, so committing to this […]

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28 days ago | 0 reads

USYNT forward Audrey McKeen becomes youngest player to sign with Racing Louisville

Today, Racing Louisville announced the signing of USYNT forward Audrey McKeen to a three-year contract through the 2028 season – her first professional contract. By doing so, McKeen, 17, becomes the youngest player to sign with Racing Louisville in their club’s history. “I’m so incredibly thrilled to be taking this next step in my career […]

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Kaká signs with the NWSL’s Boston Legacy FC

Today, Boston Legacy FC announced the signing of Brazilian international Andressa Ferreira, known as Kaká, to a two-year contract through 2027 with a club option to renew. “I’m very happy and motivated by this new challenge,” said Kaká. “Joining Boston Legacy FC represents an important step in my career, within an ambitious club that truly […]

28 days ago | 1 read

Chicago Stars announce first club-owned performance center to open in 2027

The Chicago Stars will build a new performance center in Bannockburn, IL, the club announced on Tuesday. It will be the team’s first ever club-owned performance center. “Today marks a historic moment in Chicago Stars FC’s history,” said Chicago Stars executive chairperson, Laura Ricketts. “This facility will set the standard in women’s professional soccer by […]

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28 days ago | 1 read

Angel City teases new signings

If Santa didn’t bring you any presents and you’re an Angel City supporter, then this is your lucky day. Why? Well, because the club announced today the signings of five players who will be announced in the coming days. Although they didn’t say who those players are, they have teased them with emojis. So, on […]

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29 days ago | 1 read