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The Latest Breaking News from Bay FC

Call it the Rodman Rule or HIP, the NWSL’s new initiative is already impacting rosters

The rule made famous by Trinity Rodman’s offseason transfer saga had actually been in the works for years.

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NWSL 2026 predictions: Denver’s debut, Hutton’s big move, and can anyone stop Chawinga?

The 2026 NWSL season kicks off on Friday. Our writers discuss the teams, players and story lines they’re watching this year

The Guardian - US

Italy’s Cristiana Girelli Departs Juventus for American Adventure With Bay FC

After a 20 year career in Italy, Girelli becomes the fourth Italian player in the past year to leave Serie A Women for a sojourn to the NWSL.

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Ranking the 2026 NWSL Kits: Which Jerseys Rise to the Top

The league’s 16 clubs have revealed their uniforms for the upcoming season, with each team debuting at least one new kit.

Sports Illustrated

US midfielders Bethune and Hutton move in pair of blockbuster $1m NWSL trades

Croix Bethune was traded from the Washington Spirit to the Kansas City Current for $1m, while Claire Hutton left the Current in a $1.1m transaction

The Guardian - US

Emma Coates leaves England U23 role to become head coach at NWSL’s Bay FC

The England women’s Under-23 head coach, Emma Coates, and her assistant Gemma Davies are both moving to the San Jose-based NWSL club

The Guardian - US

Why are leading figures swapping FA ‘tanker’ for US multi-club ‘speedboat’?

Anja van Ginhoven has followed Kay Cossington from Sarina Wiegman’s England setup to Bay Collective, to sail ‘into waters there are no roadmaps for’

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NWSL Matchday 21 Power Rankings: Gotham Rise with Jaedyn Shaw's Dream Debut

With three straight wins and a new star signing, New Jersey/New York is very much back in the picture.

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‘Not ideal’: WSL coaches react to mid-match TV interviews after fans’ backlash

This week’s newsletter looks at a new approach from broadcasters that has left many supporters unimpressed

The Guardian - UK

NWSL Matchday 19 Power Rankings: Angel City Back in the Mix After Turnaround

Alexander Straus has posted back-to-back victories after failing to win any of his first six games as Angel City head coach.

Sports Illustrated

Nigeria’s Asisat Oshoala leaves Bay FC for Saudi Women’s Al-Hilal

Former Barcelona forward and Ballon d’Or nominee Oshoala leaves San Francisco for Saudi Women’s League on free transfer.

Al Jazeera

TV viewing figures for the NWSL are down: is there cause for concern?

Star names have been missing but second half of campaign should bring renewed interest after ratings spike last year

The Guardian - UK

NWSL Matchday 18 Power Rankings: Orlando Pride’s Slump Worsened by Injury to Top Scorer

Racing Louisville registered a first-ever win on the road in San Diego while the defending league champions suffered a heavy blow.

Sports Illustrated

The Top 10 Most Attended Games in NWSL History

From goodbyes to greats to baseball stadium showcases, here are the league’s record-breaking attendances.

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NWSL Matchday 17: How to Watch, Injury Updates

Bay FC could be without Abby Dahlkemper for this weekend’s historic game against the Washington Spirit at Oracle Park.

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NWSL Matchday 17 Power Rankings: Houston Dash Are the New Comeback Queens

The Texas team has come from behind to win two consecutive games and is turning heads around the NWSL.

Sports Illustrated

How Bay FC Planned Their Historic NWSL Match at SF Giants’ Oracle Park

The Bay Area club will host a soccer match on Aug. 23 at one of MLB’s most beautiful ballparks with the NWSL’s single-game attendance record in its sights.

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NWSL Matchday 16 Power Rankings: Portland Thorns Roar After Cascadia Rivalry

The young and hungry Portland Thorns are on the rise after a historic win over the Seattle Reign.

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Arsenal sign Liverpool striker Olivia Smith in world-record women’s fee

Arsenal completed the signing of the Canadian star from Liverpool for a record transfer fee for a women’s footballer.

Sports Illustrated

NWSL Power Rankings: Seattle Reign and Racing Louisville Make Statements at Midseason

Teams that struggled in 2024 are crashing the top half of the rankings as the league hits the halfway mark.

Sports Illustrated

NWSL Power Rankings: Rose Lavelle Can’t Prevent Gotham’s Fall After Matchday 11

A poor run of form has Gotham plummeting in the Power Rankings, while Racing Louisville is starting to turn some heads.

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NWSL Power Rankings: KC Current Strides Ahead on Matchday 9

Temwa Chawinga broke more records as the NWSL’s top team solidified its frontrunner status.

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NWSL Power Rankings: Spirit and Current Bounce Back on Matchday 8

There's a top eight crystallizing above the rest, while the No. 1 team made a big statement over the weekend.

The Guardian - US

The NWSL enacted mental health leave, and players are feeling the benefits

An initial few players have utilized a first-of-its kind mental health policy, with benefits that could stretch long after their playing days are done

Sports Illustrated

NWSL Power Rankings: Should We Believe in the San Diego Wave After Matchday 7?

The San Diego Wave have now won three consecutive games, while the Kansas City Current and Orlando Pride suffered defeats.

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