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Women’s soccer final draws record viewing figures

Saturday’s NWSL championship match was the most-watched final in league history

The Independent UK

Pitch Points: is Slot at risk, what’s up with Trinity Rodman and is Birmingham’s stadium a fantasy?

The world of soccer throws up no shortage of questions. Today, Graham Ruthven endeavors to answer three of them

The Guardian - US

Explained: Why Trinity Rodman faces crucial NWSL standoff with European clubs watching closely

Trinity Rodman is out of contract in the summer with talks regarding her future ongoing

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Gotham FC Cement Status As NWSL’s Most Clutch Team Under Pressure

The NJ/NY club won its second NWSL championship in three years, defeating the Washington Spirit ,1–0, with a mix of star power and pure determination.

Sports Illustrated

Rose Lavelle’s magic gives Gotham an NWSL championship that once seemed inevitable

The NWSL’s would-be superteam gritted out another title, as the Washington Spirit and Trinity Rodman face a bevy of questions

The Guardian - US

NWSL Championship: Washington Spirit 0-1 Gotham FC – as it happened

Live updates: Gotham FC clinched the championship thanks to Rose Lavelle’s late winner

The Guardian - US

How to Watch 2025 NWSL Championship Final: Gotham FC vs. Washington Spirit

The two East Coast rivals will battle it out for the NWSL Championship title at PayPal Park on Saturday.

Sports Illustrated

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How Spanish Managers Are Dominating Women’s Soccer in North America

The biggest finals in the U.S. and Mexico will feature coaches from Spain facing off for trophies. Is there a formula or is it just coincidence?

Sports Illustrated

Esther González and Gotham FC Look to Recreate Magic of 2023 in NWSL Championship

While there are some similarities with their inaugural title run, this Gotham FC side feels confident and refreshed heading into the 2025 NWSL final.

Sports Illustrated

Your Guardian sport weekend: England face the Pumas, F1 in Vegas and the north London derby

Here’s how to follow along with our coverage – the finest writing and up-to-the-minute reports

The Guardian - UK

‘The Job’s Not Done’ As Washington Spirit Seeks Redemption in NWSL Championship

After a heartbreaking loss in last year’s final, Spirit defenders Kate Wiesner and Paige Metayer are ready to rewrite history.

Sports Illustrated

NWSL Championship: key battles to decide Washington Spirit v Gotham FC final

Gotham are underdogs against a potent Spirit side but they have the talent and resilience to cause another upset

The Guardian - UK

USWNT Roster Takeaways: Naomi Girma Returns, While Trinity Rodman Is Out

Manager Emma Hayes made seven changes to her 26-player USWNT squad for the upcoming friendly matches against Italy.

Sports Illustrated

‘Exactly where we wanted to be’: Canada hails NSL after inaugural season’s glittering finish

Vancouver Rise were crowned Canada’s first champions of the new professional league which has exceeded expectations in terms of tickets sold and viewing figures

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Spirit top Thorns to reach NWSL final as Rodman return adds off-field intrigue

The Spirit beat Portland 2-0 to reach another NWSL final, but Trinity Rodman’s uncertain future added tension to a sell-out night in Washington

The Guardian - UK

‘It challenges you’: Laila Harbert on playing with boys and her journey from Arsenal to Portland

Midfielder is preparing for NWSL semi-final on her latest loan and hopes road will lead her to Gunners’ first team, she tells Suzanne Wrack

The Guardian - UK

After the glory of Euro 2025, what happened next for Switzerland?

While there are promising signs of Swiss growth, there is some way to go to cement a lasting legacy for the tournament

Sports Illustrated

Why Racing Louisville’s Bev Yanez Should Be Named NWSL Coach of the Year

The player-turned-coach has elevated the once middling club, with those around her praising her player-centric approach.

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The Guardian - UK

Europa Cup breaks new ground for women’s football in Europe

Admittedly in the Champions League’s shadow, the Europa Cup does offer fresh opportunities for the game to develop

Sports Illustrated

How to Watch the 2025 NWSL Playoffs

Eight teams will face off for the title, with the championship set to take place in San Jose on Nov. 22.

The Guardian - US

NWSL playoffs 2025 predictions: can anyone stem the Kansas City Current?

Our panel breaks down the parity-packed season, the state of the league, the dark horses and danger teams – and why everyone is still chasing the Current

Sports Illustrated

Are the 2025 Kansas City Current the Best NWSL Team Ever?

After breaking several records, we may be witnessing the greatest club in league history.

Sports Illustrated

NWSL Playoffs Power Rankings: It’s KC Current vs. the Rest of the Field

Who are the biggest contenders to win the 2025 NWSL championship as eight teams are set to begin their playoff journeys?

The Guardian - UK

‘There’s this buzz of excitement’: Emily Fox on USWNT and Arsenal ambitions

Right-back discusses Emma Hayes’s tactical messages, new blood in the national team and how Champions League win changed her

Sports Illustrated

Which USWNT Players Made Their Case Against Portugal and New Zealand

Young players took center stage in the penultimate USWNT international window of 2025.

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