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The Gotham FC duo wins it all for the #USWNT!

Rose Lavelle has been named the U.S. Soccer Player of the Year, while Lilly Reale take the U.S. Soccer Young Player of the Year honors.

✍️: @rachaelkpalmer.bsky.social

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Gotham FC duo Rose Lavelle, Lilly Reale named U.S. Soccer Player and Young Player of the Year
Rose Lavelle has been named the U.S. Soccer Player of the Year for 2025. The midfielder was joined by her club teammate, Lilly Reale, who earned the U.S. Soccer Young Player of the Year honors. Both p...
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January 16, 2026 at 5:45 PM
"It’s hard, if not completely impossible, to spin the deal as a positive for the NWSL, or for the Portland Thorns."

But what does Sam Coffey's departure from the Thorns mean for Manchester City — and the #NWSL? @secondball.bsky.social breaks it down.

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What does Sam Coffey’s move mean for Manchester City — and the NWSL?
It’s hard, if not completely impossible, to spin the deal as a positive for the NWSL, or for the Portland Thorns.
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January 16, 2026 at 5:06 PM
The 2026 NWSL schedule dropped yesterday, and @thedanlauletta.bsky.social discusses what's good, what's bad, and what's just plain weird about it.

What are your thoughts on the 2026 schedule? Reply and let us know!

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The good, the bad, and the huh? of the 2026 NWSL schedule
The 2026 schedule, with an all-time high of 248 total matches, has some good, bad and just plan weird choices
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January 16, 2026 at 1:20 PM
🚨SCHEDULE DROP🚨

Everything you need to know about how to watch the 2026 NWSL regular season:

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NWSL announces full 2026 regular season schedule
The season kicks off on March 13 and runs through Decision Day on Nov. 1
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January 15, 2026 at 4:09 PM
Sources tell The Equalizer that Seattle Reign FC will play its first three home games in Spokane, Washington, at ONE Spokane Stadium. The Reign announced earlier today that select home matches during the 2026 #NWSL season would be played there.

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January 14, 2026 at 10:00 PM
The Challenge Cup is moving to a new date. Previously scheduled for February, the annual match between the NWSL Champion and Shield winner from the previous season will now take place in June.

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Sources: Challenge Cup moving to June
The annual match between the NWSL Champion and Shield winner from the previous season was previously scheduled for February.
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January 14, 2026 at 6:23 PM
Sam Coffey is officially a player for Manchester City.

Coffey’s contract in Manchester runs through the summer of 2029. The former @thornsfc.com captain said in an emotional goodbye video that playing in Europe has long been one of her goals.

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Sam Coffey officially joins Manchester City: ‘Something I simply have to pursue’
Sam Coffey is officially a player for Manchester City. The reported move from the Portland Thorns was announced by the English club early on Wednesday. Coffey’s contract in Manchester runs through the...
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January 14, 2026 at 3:19 PM
Ludmila is headed to the San Diego Wave in exchange for a transfer fee of $800,000, with the possibility for up to $200,000 more. The Brazilian was Chicago’s leading goalscorer in 2025:

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San Diego Wave acquires Ludmila in trade with Chicago Stars; pays $800,000 with potential for more
When the Chicago Stars open their 2026 season at Martin Stadium, it’ll be without their leading goalscorer from last year’s campaign. Ludmila, the Brazilian forward, has been traded to the San Diego W...
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January 13, 2026 at 5:35 PM
Laura Harvey is staying in Seattle.

The winningest coach in NWSL history earns a multi-year contract extension as she looks to lead young team to build on 2025 season. @munson-bella.bsky.social with the story:

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Seattle Reign extends head coach Laura Harvey through 2028
Multi-year contract extension for winningest coach in NWSL history sets young team up to continue building on 2025 season
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January 13, 2026 at 5:04 PM
The NWSL front office merry-go-round continues: Caitlin Carducci is in as vice president of soccer operations and general manager at the Orlando Pride 🟣🦁

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Caitlin Carducci joins Orlando Pride as vice president of soccer operations and general manager
The Orlando Pride has announced that Caitlin Carducci will be the new vice president of soccer operations and general manager for the 2024 Shield and Championship winning club. The former Kansas City ...
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January 13, 2026 at 4:40 PM
Emma Regan is heading to the NWSL. The Canadian midfielder captained AFC Toronto and played every minute during the team’s Shield-winning inaugural campaign. It is unclear what team has acquired her, and the transfer fee is undisclosed. #NWSL #NSL

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January 13, 2026 at 4:26 PM
🚨 TRADE!

Narumi Miura is on the move! The Japanese international has been traded from the Washington Spirit to the Utah Royals for $180K in allocation money.

See our Transfer Tracker for all #NWSL updates!

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January 12, 2026 at 5:21 PM
Amid a series of high-profile departures from the NWSL, Lindsey Heaps' return inspires some hope for the league.

@thedanlauletta.bsky.social on the welcome news for a growing, yet restricted NWSL:

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Heaps move a welcome reversal of recent USWNT trend
During Heaps' previous tenure in the NWSL with the Portland Thorns, she was arguably the league's best player and biggest star. Her return inspires hope for the league amid a wave of high-profile depa...
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January 12, 2026 at 3:31 PM
The captain is coming home! Lindsey Heaps will join expansion side @denversummitfc.bsky.social at the conclusion of the 2026 French Première Ligue season.

@thedanlauletta.bsky.social has the deets:

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Expansion Summit sign USWNT captain Heaps
Heaps is expected to arrive in Denver in June upon the completion of the French Première Ligue season
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January 12, 2026 at 3:02 PM
So... a lot happened in the #NWSL today! 👀

🪽 Emily Sams traded to Angel City
🌹 Thorns loan Daiane to Monterrey through July
🏔️ Denver Summitt acquires Janine Sonis in a trade
🧤 Washington & Kansas City sign goalkeepers

See our Tracker!

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NWSL Transfer Tracker: NWSL Offseason (2025-26)
With the 2025 National Women’s Soccer League season coming to a close — congratulations to Gotham FC on the club’s second-ever league championship — teams across the league are making moves. This offs...
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January 9, 2026 at 7:02 PM
Emily Sams has been traded from the Orlando Pride to Angel City FC, and has signed a three-year contract.

Sams, the 2024 #NWSL Defender of the Year, helped Orlando to a 2024 NWSL Championship and Shield title.

✍️: @rachaelkpalmer.bsky.social

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Emily Sams traded to Angel City; Orlando receives $650K in return
Emily Sams is moving from the east coast to the west coast. The veteran defender has been traded from the Orlando Pride to Angel City FC, and singed a three-year contract with the Los Angeles-based cl...
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January 9, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Could dreams come true this year for Dan Lauletta and Jenna Pel?

The two discuss their Wish List for 2026, including a return of the Triple Espresso, capitalizing on the World Cup buzz this summer and much more! ⚽️ 🎁

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Our 2026 WoSo wish list
Triple Espresso returning, USWNT honing roster and the NWSL improving
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January 9, 2026 at 5:21 PM
Looks like Sam Coffey will be joining the increasing contingent of #USWNT players overseas 👀

ESPN reports that Manchester City is finalizing a deal with the Portland Thorns to sign Coffey, who was under contract through 2027, via transfer.

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January 9, 2026 at 12:02 AM
Canadian goalkeeper Kailen Sheridan has signed a two-year, fully guaranteed contract with the North Carolina Courage after her contract with the San Diego Wave was mutually terminated.

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January 8, 2026 at 9:11 PM
Unaffiliated Trinity Rodman headlines 26 #NWSL players called up to the #USWNT for January camp and matches. Plus, Maddie Dahlien, Riley Jackson, Sally Menti and Reilyn Turner earn their first senior call-ups.

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January 8, 2026 at 4:09 PM
More #NWSL signings? More NWSL signings!

🦁 The KC Current sign Penn State alum Amelia White through 2027

⚽️ Brooklyn Courtnall signed an extension with Bay FC through 2028

See all the latest with our Transfer Tracker!

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NWSL Transfer Tracker: NWSL Offseason (2025-26)
With the 2025 National Women’s Soccer League season coming to a close — congratulations to Gotham FC on the club’s second-ever league championship — teams across the league are making moves. This offs...
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January 6, 2026 at 9:31 PM
We've got more #NWSL signings!

🇺🇸 Denver Summit signed U.S. Youth International Ayo Oke off a free transfer from Pachuca

🇧🇷 Ary Borges signed a three-year contract with Angel City after three years in Louisville.

See our Tracker for more!

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NWSL Transfer Tracker: NWSL Offseason (2025-26)
With the 2025 National Women’s Soccer League season coming to a close — congratulations to Gotham FC on the club’s second-ever league championship — teams across the league are making moves. This offs...
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January 6, 2026 at 5:48 PM
Wake up, #NWSL fans!

🦢 Boston Legacy announced the signing of Brazilian international Kaká through 2027

⚜️ Racing Louisville have signed U.S. Youth International Audrey McKeen through 2028

Check it out all out with our Tracker!

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January 6, 2026 at 3:06 PM
The #NWSL kicks off the new year with some new moves!

✅ Bianca St. Georges signs with Boston through 2028
🦇 Savannah McCaskill traded to Gotham FC

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January 2, 2026 at 3:14 PM
⚽️ Trinity Rodman scored in her return
🏆 The #NWSL Championship served as a fitting conclusion to the league's 12th season
🌎 Summer continental tournaments brought the fireworks

Check out the final Part 3️⃣ of The Equalizer's Year in Review!
The Equalizer’s Year in Review — Part 3
Trinity Rodman scored in her triumphant return to NWSL play, the NWSL Championship fittingly concluded the league's 12th season, and a summer of international tournaments brought the fireworks
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December 31, 2025 at 12:50 AM