NWSL News: What to Watch This Weekend: The League’s New Generation

By Nancy Stewart

What to Watch This Weekend

The NWSL returns from international break and so do the unbeaten streaks, goalkeeper milestones, and scorers on the verge of breaking records. This weekend’s slate is packed with early-season storylines, with young players already making major impacts as the league’s new generation is ready to shine. Catch it all this weekend!

Just Watch.

Friday, April 11

 Utah Royals FC vs. Portland Thorns FC
10PM ET

Prime Video

Saturday, April 12

Racing Louisville vs. Washington Spirit
5PM ET

NWSL+Paramount +

Houston Dash vs. Angel City FC
5PM ET

NWSL+Paramount +Golazo

Seattle Reign FC vs. Orlando Pride
7:30PM ET

ION

San Diego Wave FC vs. Kansas City Current
10PM ET

ION

Sunday, April 13

Gotham FC vs. North Carolina Courage
4PM ET

NWSL+Paramount +

 Bay FC vs. Chicago Stars FC
7PM ET

ESPN2, ESPN+

5 Reasons to Watch
Seattle Reign FC vs. Orlando Pride This Weekend

1. Orlando’s unbeaten run is on the line. This matchup will be a major test of whether Orlando can continue to ride their early-season form.

2. Orlando’s back line has been nearly impenetrable. Their organization, communication, and physicality have frustrated some of the league’s top attackers.

3. Reign are ready for payback. Last season, Seattle couldn’t quite get the win against the Pride. This season they’re eager to shift the narrative and take down the defending champs.

4. Youth movement in Seattle includes the wave-making attacks from Jordyn Bugg and rookie Maddie Dahlien leading the Reign in both shots and shots on target.

5. Marta is still Marta, where she comes into this week tied for the team lead in goals, continuing to be one of the most captivating players in the game.

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