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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Megan Swanick

Will Marta write new chapter in NWSL final after season of broken records?

Marta of Orlando Pride drives with the ball against Kansas City defenders
Marta will feature in Orlando Pride’s first final on Saturday when they take on Washington Spirit for the NWSL Championship title. Photograph: Dustin Markland/Getty Images

The 2024 NWSL Championship between Orlando Pride and Washington Spirit on Saturday will be a historic contest and caps off a memorable year. Hosted at CPKC Stadium in Kansas City, it already celebrates a massive milestone in yet another year of growth. The Kansas City Current’s home is the first stadium built specifically for an NWSL club and was deservedly awarded the Championship game.

As the NWSL commissioner, Jessica Berman, said: “It was a natural choice to stage the league’s marquee event in a venue that exemplifies the profound impact of infrastructure, investment and community support on the continued development and success of our sport.” The 11,500 capacity stadium sold out every game and is on course to do the same in the final.

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