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NWSL fines Kansas City forward over cleats logo, a move the players' union says violates the CBA

Some companies advised players to cover its logo with league-approved paint, while others, such as Caddix, said it would pay the fine.

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NYC Mayor Mamdani, Gotham FC offer $15 tickets to provide affordable access to Queens Classic

Melanie Anzidei Comments count 6

From a bedroom startup to a women's soccer retailer named after a USWNT legend: This is Foudys

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NWSL launches new footwear framework, limiting brands to those who sign deals with league

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Real Madrid sign Felicia Schroder from BK Hacken in 'most expensive transfer ever' from BK Hacken

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Three words: It's ‘now or never’ for Washington Spirit at Rowdy Audi, right?

The Spirit have lost the last two NWSL finals — but 2026 might be the year they go one better in their own backyard.

Tamerra Griffin Comments count 13

Soccer and fashion: Blurring the line between sportswear, streetwear and luxury culture

From repurposed vintage kits to hand-embroidered designs, soccer aesthetics have become one of fashion’s latest fixations.

Asli Pelit Comments count 7

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2021 Parkside NWSL | Trinity Rodman Washington Spirit | Rookie On-Card Autograph

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2025 Parkside NWSL Pacific Trinity Rodman #GR-TR Game Worn Relic /10 Spirit

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2021 Parkside NWSL Soccer Variation Trinity Rodman SHORT PRINT RARE PSA 8 NM.

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2021 Parkside NWSL Premier Trinity Rodman Rookie RC Cityscapes PSA 10 GEM MT

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NWSL championship returning to Washington, D.C., in 2026: Sources

After three years out west, the NWSL championship is returning to Audi Field in Washington, D.C., for the second time since 2022. The 2026 championship game will take place at the home of the Washington Spirit on Nov. 21, according to multiple sources within the league. The NWSL declined to comment. The news follows the team’s latest sellout crowd for the Spirit’s 2-1 win over the Seattle Reign on Saturday — 19,365 people attended in the highest-grossing match in club history, according to president of soccer operations Haley Carter. The Spirit announced the sellout 11 days before...

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NWSL predictions, trends and where things stands at the midseason break

The Athletic runs down where things stand in the NWSL ahead of the league's June break.

Asli Pelit, Melanie Anzidei and more Comments count 14

Alexia Putellas could sign in NWSL. Who has the inside track on one of the world's best?

The Barcelona star's exit has teams around the world pitching their case.

Asli Pelit, Tamerra Griffin and more Comments count 36

It's about the money: Michele Kang, Alexia Putellas and multi-club ownership's hypocritical paradox

European women’s football still relies predominantly on the beneficence of men’s football. Kang puts her money where her mouth is

Megan Feringa Comments count 42

Club América claims Concacaf W Champions Cup with 5-3 win over Washington Spirit

América took an early 2-0 lead but then had to claw back from a 3-2 deficit.

Tamerra Griffin Comments count 12

Concacaf W Champions Cup final to pit Club América against Washington Spirit

América handles reigning champion Gotham, while the Spirit defeats Pachuca on a goal in the 80th minute.

Tamerra Griffin Comments count 4

Three words: Why are we seeing more hair-pulling and is this NWSL's 'red-card era'?

Why have there been so many red cards this season? And is hair-pulling becoming an issue in the NWSL?

Tamerra Griffin Comments count 16

In an era of fanflation, is the NWSL the best value in sports? – Down to Business

If the NWSL continues to grow the way it hopes to, it will eventually face the dilemma of prioritizing profit over its core audience.

Asli Pelit Comments count 38

Soccer in Paraguay: Teenage forward Claudia Martinez 'ready to make history'

The teenager is quickly becoming the country's present rather than its future after a historic first NWSL goal.

Melanie Anzidei Comments count 7

Three words: San Diego Wave's Lia Godfrey is NWSL's ‘most valuable rookie’

Godfrey, the former University of Virginia star, has cut through and made an immediate impact for a San Diego side that's topping the league

Tamerra Griffin Comments count 5

Washington Spirit cruise beyond Kansas City Current to maintain José the Coyote's lucky streak

The Spirit, bolstered by the presence of their lucky plastic decoy, saw off the visitors with something to spare as Trinity Rodman made hay

Asli Pelit Comments count 13

NWSL has built an audience that fills NFL stadiums. Is it time to dream big on the final venue?

Down to Business with Asli Pelit takes you through the exciting, fast-paced (and sometimes confusing) corporate side of women's soccer.

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Kelley O'Hara talks about her broadcast career, Atlanta NWSL and being herself on 'Full Time'

From the booth, the boardroom, the studio, the sidelines or the fan zone, O'Hara will stay honest and close to her roots.

Theo Lloyd-Hughes Comments count 10

Soccer in Colombia: Growing an 'unimaginable' domestic league from national-team momentum

After years of fighting for fair treatment, the past decade has seen Colombia make serious strides toward a sustainable domestic league

Melanie Anzidei Comments count 8

The real value of record contracts and highest-paid women's soccer players: Down to Business column

Down to Business with Asli Pelit takes you through the exciting, fast-paced (and sometimes confusing) corporate side of women's soccer.

Asli Pelit Comments count 11

One team remains undefeated in NWSL. Is it parity or time to panic?

Angel City FC is the only undefeated team in NWSL, while last year's contenders fall well below the top of the table

Melanie Anzidei Comments count 36

Denver Summit set the NWSL attendance record at 63,004, raising the bar for future expansion

Denver Summit's record crowd has opened the NWSL's thinking to bigger attendance targets, including the championship

Tamerra Griffin Comments count 7

Denver Summit FC shatters NWSL attendance record in home opener

The Summit and Washington Spirit drew a record 63,004 fans for their match at Empower Field.

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NWSL championship returning to Washington, D.C., in 2026: Sources

NWSL predictions, trends and where things stands at the midseason break

Alexia Putellas could sign in NWSL. Who has the inside track on one of the world's best?

It's about the money: Michele Kang, Alexia Putellas and multi-club ownership's hypocritical paradox

Club América claims Concacaf W Champions Cup with 5-3 win over Washington Spirit

Concacaf W Champions Cup final to pit Club América against Washington Spirit

Three words: Why are we seeing more hair-pulling and is this NWSL's 'red-card era'?

In an era of fanflation, is the NWSL the best value in sports? – Down to Business

Soccer in Paraguay: Teenage forward Claudia Martinez 'ready to make history'

Three words: San Diego Wave's Lia Godfrey is NWSL's ‘most valuable rookie’

Washington Spirit cruise beyond Kansas City Current to maintain José the Coyote's lucky streak

NWSL has built an audience that fills NFL stadiums. Is it time to dream big on the final venue?

Kelley O'Hara talks about her broadcast career, Atlanta NWSL and being herself on 'Full Time'

Soccer in Colombia: Growing an 'unimaginable' domestic league from national-team momentum

The real value of record contracts and highest-paid women's soccer players: Down to Business column

One team remains undefeated in NWSL. Is it parity or time to panic?

Denver Summit set the NWSL attendance record at 63,004, raising the bar for future expansion

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