Pia Sundhage has named OL Reign midfielder Angelina to the roster for June FIFA international matches May 25, 2021 This marks the first time Angelina has been called up to Brazil’s senior national team. The 21-year-old midfielder has extensive experience with the U17 and U20 […]
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NWSL News: Mark Parsons, Portland Thorns head coach to leave team at end of 2021 season
Veteran manager will manage Netherlands Women’s National Team PORTLAND, Ore. – Portland Thorns FC head coach Mark Parsons has accepted the position as the head coach of the Netherlands Women’s National Team. He will remain with the club until the conclusion of the 2021 NWSL season. […]
NWSL News: English legend Eniola Aluko hired as new Sporting Director by Angel City
Joins Following a Successful Tenure as Director of Women’s Football at Aston Villa FC Angel City Football Club (ACFC) is excited to announce the appointment of the club’s first-ever Sporting Director, Eniola Aluko. One of England’s most dazzling strikers, Eniola made 102 appearances for the […]
NWSL News: Stanford product Kiki Pickett, Kansas City first round pick signs contract
Fourth overall draft pick comes to terms on three-year contract KANSAS CITY (May 18, 2021) – Kansas City NWSL announced today the signing of defender Kiki Pickett through the 2023 season. Pickett was selected with the fourth overall pick in the 2021 NWSL College Draft. Following […]
NWSL News: Sam Mewis Returns to North Carolina Courage
Highly decorated 3x NWSL Champion, 3x NWSL Shield winner and FIFA World Cup Champion returns from Manchester City Cary, N.C. (May 17, 2021) – The North Carolina Courage are thrilled to announce Sam Mewis, 2020 U.S. Soccer Female Player of the Year, is returning to the […]
NWSL News: Racing Louisville signs striker Ebony Salmon
The native of England led her FA Women’s Super League side in scoring last season LOUISVILLE (May 13, 2021) – Ebony Salmon, an emerging forward who recently received her first call up to England’s national team, will continue her career with Racing Louisville FC, the club […]
NWSL News: 2021 Roster Rules, Regulations and Competition Guidelines
League shares revised discovery policy and salary cap, compensation increases CHICAGO (May 13, 2021) – The National Women’s Soccer League today released the 2021 season roster rules and competition guidelines. These rules and competition policies must be followed by all league teams for the 2021 campaign. […]
NWSL News: NC Courage forward Debinha Named MVP of 2021 NWSL Challenge Cup Presented by Secret Deodorant
NC Courage forward notched tournament-leading three goals CHICAGO (May 11, 2021) – The National Women’s Soccer League announced today North Carolina Courage forward Debinha has been named the Most Valuable Player of the 2021 NWSL Challenge Cup presented by Secret Deodorant. Appearing in four contests and […]
NWSL News: National Broadcast Schedule for 2021
CBS Television Network to air four matches including the 2021 NWSL Championship; CBS Sports Network to televise both semifinal matches; Paramount+ to exclusively stream 82 matches in the U.S. CHICAGO (May 7, 2021) – The National Women’s Soccer League announced today the full broadcast schedule for […]
NWSL News: Portland Thorns FC wins 2021 Challenge Cup Championship Cup
Portland, Oregon – On Saturday at Providence Park, the Portland Thorns defeated NJ/NY Gotham FC on penalty kicks (6-5) after playing to a 1-1 draw to win the 2021 NWSL Challenge Cup. Canadian striker Christine Sinclair got the home side going early in the first half, […]
NWSL News: Expanded Qwnership Group announced by Chicago Red Stars
CHICAGO (May 4, 2021) — The Chicago Red Stars are thrilled to announce the second group of individuals who have joined the team’s groundbreaking ownership group. All are dedicated to supporting and growing the Red Stars and the National Women’s Soccer League for future generations. Much […]