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Denver to join NWSL as 16th franchise in 2026

The National Women’s Soccer League officially announced on Thursday that Denver will join the league as its 16th team in 2026. “As the NWSL continues its rapid growth, we knew it was critical to launch our 16th team in a

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Angel City FC sign Thompson sisters to extensions

Angel City FC announced contract extensions on Wednesday with sisters Alyssa and Gisele Thompson. Alyssa, 20, a forward, agreed to a three-year extension and Gisele, 19, a defender, agreed to a two-year extension. The contracts will run through the 2028

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USWNT’s Crystal Dunn exits Gotham after one season

Crystal Dunn is out at Gotham FC after just one season. The team and the U.S. women’s national team stalwart announced their separation on Tuesday. “Crystal is an accomplished player who has achieved so much in her career,” Gotham FC

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Dash acquire F Messiah Bright from Angel City

The Houston Dash acquired forward Messiah Bright from Angel City FC, both NWSL teams announced Monday. Angel City receives $100,000 in intra-league transfer funds and up to $50,000 in additional performance-based incentives in exchange. Bright, 25, played in 21 matches

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Wave transfer D Naomi Girma to Chelsea for record fee

San Diego Wave FC is transferring U.S. women’s national team defender Naomi Girma to Chelsea FC of the Women’s Super League for a world-record transfer fee. The National Women’s Soccer League club announced the record transfer on Sunday but didn’t

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Report: Houston Dash seeking investment, possible sale

Houston Dash owner Ted Segal is exploring options for potentially selling the team, according to multiple media reports on Friday. Segal hired investment bank PJT Partners to evaluate whether the team could add new investors, perform a controlled sale or

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