NWSL News

Chicago Stars halt Northwestern stadium plan switch

The Chicago Stars announced on Wednesday that they are no longer pursuing Northwestern University's Ryan Field as a 2027 home venue "at this time" following pushback from residents and politicians.

Angel City, Japan star Hina Sugita out for season with torn ACL

Angel City FC midfielder Hina Sugita has torn her left ACL and will be placed on the season-ending injury list, the team announced on Tuesday.

USWNT transfer grades: Rodman, Heaps, Macario and more moves

A bunch of USWNT stars have moved in-and-out of the NWSL and Europe on big-money deals. Let's grade them all!

Catarina Macario makes record-breaking move to San Diego

Jeff Kassouf breaks down Catarina Macario's record-setting move to San Diego and what it means for the NWSL.

Gotham FC to play Washington Spirit in NWSL Citi Field debut

Reigning NWSL champions Gotham FC will play at Citi Field, home of MLB's New York Mets, on July 15 against the Washington Spirit in a rematch of the 2025 NWSL Championship.

Barbra Banda, Trinity Rodman, Lindsey Heaps - 10 NWSL Players to Watch in 2026

The 2026 National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) season is underway, with big names to watch. USA stars Lindsey Heaps and Catarina Macario arrive soon from Europe, joining the likes of Barbra Banda and Trinity Rodman.

NWSL Power Rankings: Portland goes No. 1 in 2026's first week

With the first matchday of the 2026 season in the books, ESPN ranks all 16 NWSL clubs from first to worst in this week's edition of Power Rankings.

Sources: Catarina Macario signs record NWSL deal with San Diego

United States forward Catarina Macario has joined the San Diego Wave FC ahead of the NWSL's transfer window on what is believed to be the biggest total contract value in women's soccer history, sources confirmed to ESPN.

Savy King plays in 1st Angel City game since cardiac event

Savy King returned to action for the first time in over 10 months when she came on as a substitute during Angel City's win over Chicago Stars FC on Sunday night in Los Angeles.

Angel City FC vs. Chicago Stars - Game Highlights

Watch the Game Highlights from Angel City FC vs. Chicago Stars, 03/16/2026

Maiara Carolina Niehues scores goal for Angel City FC

Maiara Carolina Niehues scores goal for Angel City FC

Jess Fishlock scores in the 24'

Jess Fishlock scores goal for Seattle Reign FC

Jane Campbell makes a great save

Jane Campbell makes a great save

Bay FC vs. Denver Summit FC - Game Highlights

Watch the Game Highlights from Bay FC vs. Denver Summit FC, 03/15/2026

Kansas City Current vs. Utah Royals - Game Highlights

Watch the Game Highlights from Kansas City Current vs. Utah Royals, 03/15/2026

Boston Legacy make NWSL history but lose long-awaited opener

After roughly three years of planning, stadium renovation setbacks and a branding mulligan, Boston's arrival in NWSL was a moment for the club and the league to celebrate.

Boston Legacy FC fall to NJ/NY Gotham FC in franchise's first game

Boston Legacy FC fall to NJ/NY Gotham FC in franchise's first game

NWSL needs its stars to shine, as Rodman and Wilson return to action

The story that the NWSL is trying to tell is one of star power, quality and entertainment. And that's why it needs its biggest stars on the field.

Wilson returns from maternity leave in Thorns' NWSL opener victory

Sophia Wilson's return and Olivia Moultrie's winning strike highlighted the National Women's Soccer League season opener in the Portland Thorns' victory over the Washington Spirit on Friday night.

Moultrie strike powers Portland Thorns past Washington Spirit in NWSL opener

Olivia Moultrie scored in the second half to give the Portland Thorns a 1-0 victory over the Washington Spirit in the National Women's Soccer League season opener.

Washington Spirit vs. Portland Thorns FC - Game Highlights

Watch the Game Highlights from Washington Spirit vs. Portland Thorns FC

NWSL MVP Temwa Chawinga ruled out of KC Current's opener

Two-time reigning NWSL MVP Temwa Chawinga is officially out for the start of the Kansas City Current's 2026 season, head coach Chris Armas said Friday.