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- www.usatoday.com Catarina Macario off USWNT Olympic roster with injury. Coach Emma Hayes names replacement
USWNT coach Emma Hayes said Macario has knee irritation and will return to Chelsea. Alternate Lynn Williams will replace her. Here's what to know
- www.theguardian.com ‘Tell them we’re not playing’: inside the USWNT’s fight for equal pay
In an adapted extract from his book, the former executive director of the USWNTPA details how the 2015 World Cup winning squad used their leverage to drive change
We’re not playing, Rich. Fuck them, we’re not playing. Just tell them that we’re not playing. That’s what I heard on 10 July 2015, on a call from Christie Rampone, the captain of the USWNT. I was the executive director of the Women’s National Team Players Association, the official collective bargaining unit for the USWNT. Rampone called me five days after the USWNT’s World Cup victory. While Rampone talked with me, the team were on their way from the midtown Manhattan set of Good Morning America to the beginning of the ticker tape parade in lower Manhattan’s “Canyon of Heroes” to celebrate their title.
Just a few days earlier, on the morning after the team’s World Cup victory, Sunil Gulati, the longtime president of US Soccer, called captains Abby Wambach and Rampone to tell them that the team’s request for the weekend off was denied, and they were all going to be forced to play their National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) games.
As recounted to me by Rampone, the response from Gulati was immediate. He told Rampone that the players had to play those NWSL games. He noted that all the NWSL teams had developed huge marketing and promotional campaigns around the World Cup champions to sell out their stadiums that weekend, and that he didn’t care how the players were feeling, that no matter what, they were going to play.
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How the NWSL's #1 Draft Pick Looks Underrated - Ally Sentnor Film Study - NWSL Rookie Recap
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Lynn Williams breaks NWSL goal contributions record in Gotham FC win
justwomenssports.com Lynn Williams breaks NWSL goal contributions record in Gotham FC win - Just Women's SportsThe goal was also the 61st regular-season goal of Lynn Williams' career, giving her sole possession of the second-most goals in NWSL history.
Lynn Williams cannot be stopped.
The 29-year-old forward added another goal Sunday against the Chicago Red Stars, bringing her total for the regular season to four and tying for the league lead. With Williams leading the way, Gotham FC have won four of their first six regular-season matches, already equaling their win total from 2022.
The club also is tied for second in the league in points with 12.
LYNN WILLIAMS REFUSES TO STOP SCORING 😤 pic.twitter.com/3sXIzN6ei7 — Just Women’s Sports (@justwsports) May 8, 2023
For Williams, Sunday’s tally marked her 103rd goal contribution (goals and assists) across all NWSL competitions. According to OptaJack, that gives her the most in league history, as she surpasses Sam Kerr, who had 102 goal contributions in her seven NWSL seasons.
It was also her 61st regular-season career goal, giving her sole possession of the second-most goals in NWSL history. Kerr holds the record with 77 regular-season goals.
“This is a massive win. It shows the style and the winning mentality that this team has,” head coach Juan Carlos Amorós said. “Credit to all of the players, whether they played today or not, and to the staff. This is a big win for Gotham.”
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NWSL Film Study - North Carolina Courage vs Utah Royals - 2024 Week Two
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This YouTube channel does really good film study of games, someone shared it on Mastodon and I've enjoyed it.
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Why records will fall again: The transfer window that redefined player valuations
equalizersoccer.com Why records will fall again: The transfer window that redefined player valuations – Equalizer SoccerIf you subscribe to the cliché that women’s soccer is a collective rocket ship, consider the January 2024 transfer window to be the arms race that set the future in motion. Transfer spending increased 165% year over year despite a nearly identical volume of transfers, according to FIFA, and that num...
- prosoccerwire.usatoday.com Bay FC signs Kundananji after shelling out record transfer fee
The world record for a transfer fee in women’s soccer has been shattered once again, this time by Bay FC
The world record for a transfer fee in women's soccer has been shattered once again, this time by Bay FC
- prosoccerwire.usatoday.com Rapinoe: 'Special place in hell' for people who celebrated NWSL title game injury
The ex-USWNT star has once again hit out at her detractors
The ex-USWNT star has once again hit out at her detractors
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Inside the factors that led to Racheal Kundananji’s world-record transfer to Bay FC
equalizersoccer.com Inside the factors that led to Racheal Kundananji’s world-record transfer to Bay FC – Equalizer SoccerA €700,000 release clause from Madrid CFF, and Bay FC's extra budget as an NWSL expansion team, created unique circumstances
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‘I’m expecting to overcome challenges’: Racheal Kundananji on her world-record move to Bay FC
equalizersoccer.com ‘I’m expecting to overcome challenges’: Racheal Kundananji on her world-record move to Bay FC – Equalizer SoccerThe 23-year-old Zambian forward arrives in the NWSL for a €735,000 transfer fee, smashing the world record. She spoke with EQZ about her journey
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USL Super League officially sanctioned as first division, joining NWSL atop the pyramid
equalizersoccer.com USL Super League officially sanctioned as first division, joining NWSL atop the pyramid – Equalizer SoccerThere are officially two top-flight women's leagues in the United States. Now what?
- prosoccerwire.usatoday.com Rodman: Washington Spirit pre-match photos '100 percent' still happening
They aren’t Lindsey Horan’s cup of tea, but Trinity Rodman says the Spirit will continue to have fun with a pre-match tradition
They aren't Lindsey Horan's cup of tea, but Trinity Rodman says the Spirit will continue to have fun with a pre-match tradition
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Chicago Red Stars hire general manager Richard Feuz: ‘We have to put the players first’
equalizersoccer.com Chicago Red Stars hire general manager Richard Feuz: ‘We have to put the players first’ – Equalizer SoccerAfter nine months without an official general manager, the Chicago Red Stars have now named Richard Feuz as the man to lead the Red Stars through this new chapter in Laura Rickett’s ownership of the team. Feuz will lead all soccer operations for the club, but his own personal approach goes beyond ju...
- prosoccerwire.usatoday.com Jen Beattie on signing with Bay FC: 'They want to do it right'
The longtime Arsenal defender spoke with Pro Soccer Wire about how Bay FC convinced her to come to the NWSL
The longtime Arsenal defender spoke with Pro Soccer Wire about how Bay FC convinced her to come to the NWSL
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Projected temperature at kickoff for every match this year
Source: https://fxtwitter.com/agale137/status/1752704825937244434
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‘We have to evolve’: The Courage built a foundation in 2023. Now, they look for consistency.
equalizersoccer.com ‘We have to evolve’: The Courage built a foundation in 2023. Now, they look for consistency. – Equalizer SoccerKerolin tore her ACL, Emily Fox left for Arsenal and several attacking players departed. But the arrivals of Ashley Sanchez and Felicitas Rauch provided immediate answers ahead of the new season
- prosoccerwire.usatoday.com Bay FC signs striker Asisat Oshoala ahead of NWSL expansion season
Signing Oshoala is a sign of intent for Bay FC
Signing Oshoala is a sign of intent for Bay FC
- prosoccerwire.usatoday.com 'I was very ill' - Swanson reveals she needed second knee surgery after infection
The forward said her second surgery came just a week and a half after the first
The forward said her second surgery came just a week and a half after the first
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For one women’s soccer team, a stadium that’s ‘all about us’
> On March 16, the Kansas City Current will christen $117 million, 11,500-capacity CPKC Stadium — the first complex built by a National Women’s Soccer League team and one of the few in the world constructed for female athletes.
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Asisat Oshoala ready to bring ‘something different’ to Bay FC, NWSL
equalizersoccer.com Asisat Oshoala ready to bring ‘something different’ to Bay FC, NWSL – Equalizer SoccerThe Nigerian forward arrives to the NWSL expansion team on a transfer from Barcelona, the standard of women's club soccer
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The NWSL is at a crossroads with its trading culture
equalizersoccer.com The NWSL is at a crossroads with its trading culture – Equalizer SoccerLack of communication and player autonomy continues to cause headaches
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Sleepless in Seattle: Reign’s uncharacteristically uncertain offseason
equalizersoccer.com Sleepless in Seattle: Reign’s uncharacteristically uncertain offseason – Equalizer SoccerFans of the Reign knew they’d be losing a generational player during this offseason. After all, tens of thousands showed up at Lumen Field to say goodbye to said player, Megan Rapinoe. What they didn’t know is that they would lose even more generational players and beloved team members. Combined wit...
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Patience in D.C.? Inside the Spirit’s ‘short-term pain for long-term gain.’
equalizersoccer.com Patience in D.C.? Inside the Spirit’s ‘short-term pain for long-term gain.’ – Equalizer SoccerWashington starts 2024 awaiting the arrival of a fourth full-time coach in four years, and following trades that shipped away two cornerstones of a former championship team
- prosoccerwire.usatoday.com EA FC 24 accidentally leaks 2024 MLS and NWSL kits
Plenty of MLS and NWSL kits have dropped, in pixel form
Plenty of MLS and NWSL kits have dropped, in pixel form
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Lauletta: XI NWSL things I’d like to see in 2024 and beyond
equalizersoccer.com Lauletta: XI NWSL things I’d like to see in 2024 and beyond – Equalizer SoccerThe National Women’s Soccer League season is already less than two months away. With kickoff fast approaching, here are 11 things I would like to see from our favorite soccer league for this year and beyond. Some are repeats from past lists, some are new, some you may be tired of seeing: I. Act like...
- prosoccerwire.usatoday.com Gotham FC posts, then deletes schedule release video
It’s back to the drawing board for the NWSL champions
It's back to the drawing board for the NWSL champions
- prosoccerwire.usatoday.com Bay FC adds Deyna Castellanos via transfer from Man City
Expect Castellanos to be an attacking centerpiece for Bay FC as the club debuts in NWSL
Expect Castellanos to be an attacking centerpiece for Bay FC as the club debuts in NWSL
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‘The best option’: Why the time was right for Deyna Castellanos to join Bay FC, NWSL
equalizersoccer.com ‘The best option’: Why the time was right for Deyna Castellanos to join Bay FC, NWSL – Equalizer SoccerFour years after skipping the NWSL Draft to play pro in Europe, the Venezuelan international returns to the U.S. to become one of the highest-paid players in the league
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2024 NWSL schedule infographic
Happy #NWSL schedule day! For folks looking for a visual representation of the schedule, here is how the 2024 season will shake out (from @agale137 on Xitter)
- prosoccerwire.usatoday.com Angel City acquires Messiah Bright in NWSL stunner
One of NWSL’s top young goalscorers is heading west to contend for a starting role with Angel City
One of NWSL's top young goalscorers is heading west to contend for a starting role with Angel City
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The complete 2024 NWSL regular-season schedule
equalizersoccer.com The complete 2024 NWSL regular-season schedule – Equalizer SoccerEvery game, with venues, times and TV info
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Absence of Decision Day is a blemish on the 2024 NWSL schedule
equalizersoccer.com Absence of Decision Day is a blemish on the 2024 NWSL schedule – Equalizer SoccerAfter great success in 2023, there won't be simultaneous kickoffs on the final day of the regular season. That's a major loss for fans.
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What can the Seattle Reign expect from Ji So-yun?
equalizersoccer.com What can the Seattle Reign expect from Ji So-yun? – Equalizer SoccerThe South Korean midfielder is a Chelsea legend, but it’s been years since she played against the best
- prosoccerwire.usatoday.com 2024 NWSL schedule: Regular season begins with first-ever game at CPKC Stadium
The NWSL schedule is out earlier than ever
The NWSL schedule is out earlier than ever
- prosoccerwire.usatoday.com Christen Press offers injury update: 'Working hard everyday to get back'
With Angel City beginning its preseason, Press is still fighting her way back from a 2022 torn ACL
With Angel City beginning its preseason, Press is still fighting her way back from a 2022 torn ACL
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Why the NWSL’s offseason coaching carousel victories matter
equalizersoccer.com Why the NWSL’s offseason coaching carousel victories matter – Equalizer SoccerFrom Giraldez arriving to Stoney staying — on top of Hayes taking over the USWNT — great coaches in the U.S. will attract more great players
- prosoccerwire.usatoday.com Free agent Sauerbrunn stays with Portland Thorns, signs new contract
The USWNT legend is staying in Portland for another NWSL season
The USWNT legend is staying in Portland for another NWSL season
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Dunn, Rodriguez out; Fleming in: Portland’s new era is starting to take shape
equalizersoccer.com Dunn, Rodriguez out; Fleming in: Portland’s new era is starting to take shape – Equalizer SoccerThe Thorns’ offseason was defined by change, but the path forward in midfield looks clear
- prosoccerwire.usatoday.com Thorns star Smith 'depressed' after Rodriguez traded to Angel City
The USWNT forward couldn’t stand to see her longtime teammate go
The USWNT forward couldn't stand to see her longtime teammate go
- prosoccerwire.usatoday.com Washington Spirit announce Adrian Gonzalez as interim head coach
With Jonatan Giráldez not arriving until the summer, González will steer the ship in D.C.
With Jonatan Giráldez not arriving until the summer, González will steer the ship in D.C.