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Alex Morgan, Mallory Swanson carry USWNT to 2-1 win over Brazil in SheBelieves Cup finale

FRISCO, Texas — It wasn't the first time that this edition of the U.S. women's soccer team didn't always look good against a big-time opponent. And it wasn't the first time that the Americans left the field winners anyway.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

The Biggest Matchups on the 2023 NWSL Schedule

The league released its 132-game slate Wednesday, with this year’s campaign set to kick off on March 25.

Sports Illustrated

From Mary Fowler to Vicky López: nine set to light up women’s football

In this week’s newsletter, we highlight some of the most talented youngsters coming through in world football

The Guardian - UK

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Fallout from failed Alessia Russo bid may shape Arsenal and United futures

Arsenal’s attempt to sign title rivals’ star striker in women’s world-record bid is likely to impact the player and both clubs

The Guardian - UK

Bay Area’s NWSL expansion team bid in ‘advanced discussions’ according to report

The Bay Area reportedly is nearing the finish line to be one of the three expansion teams in the National Women’s Soccer League and would begin play in 2024, according to a report in the Wall Street Journal on Friday.

Tribune News Service

Report: NWSL Finalizing Expansion Into Three Major Markets

The league will reportedly add teams in San Francisco, Boston and Utah.

Sports Illustrated

Soccer star's husband fired for giving players painkillers

An outside investigation has found that the husband of U.S. women’s team defender Crystal Dunn illegally distributed a controlled substance to Portland Thorns players in his role as the team’s athletic trainer

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Thorns Fire Two Staffers After NWSL Investigations

The team announced the firings of the athletic trainer and an assistant coach Tuesday.

Sports Illustrated

Scandals highlight lack of women coaches at top of US soccer

Few women are coaching at the top of American soccer — a result of how the sport offers scarce opportunities for female players and imposes a high price on coaching licenses

The Independent UK

Where the USWNT Roster Stands After New Zealand Friendlies

With the Women’s World Cup just six months away, U.S. players made their case for a place on Vlatko Andonovski’s squad in two wins over the last week.

Sports Illustrated

As the NWSL keeps growing, its draft could become a barrier to progress

PHILADELPHIA — For the first time in three years, the NWSL draft felt like a big deal again.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

How the Santa Clarita Blue Heat became a hotbed for rising women's soccer stars

LOS ANGELES — As Alyssa Thompson grinned and grimaced her way through a series of interviews following Thursday's NWSL draft, a squat man with a salt-and-pepper beard and black hair graying around the temples stood in the shadows and smiled.

Los Angeles Times

Former Red Star, Michelle Lomnicki tasked with rebuilding club in new role as general manager

“Our biggest sales pitch [to free agents] is transition breeds opportunity,” Lomnicki said.

Chicago Sun-Times

NWSL Draft Recap: Grading Each Club

Angel City made waves by selecting Alyssa Thompson with the first pick of the evening.

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The Philadelphia Inquirer

Alyssa Thompson goes No. 1 at the NWSL draft; Gotham FC trades for Lynn Williams

PHILADELPHIA — The NWSL draft started out as expected, but it only took a few minutes for the night to erupt into an even bigger spectacle at the Pennsylvania Convention Center.

USA Today Sports Media Group

NC Courage captain Abby Erceg was absolutely incensed over a trade of her teammate

Per their team captain, the Courage still "suck" at trades.

Sports Illustrated

Alyssa Thompson Makes NWSL Draft History (Video)

The 18-year-old phenom will join the professional ranks less than three months after debuting for the U.S. women’s national team.

Sports Illustrated

Everything to Know for the 2023 NWSL Draft

The league’s 12 clubs will make their selections Thursday night from a pool of eligible players, headlined by USWNT up-and-comer Alyssa Thompson.

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Sports Illustrated

Six Things to Know: NWSL Draft Prospect Alyssa Thompson

The likely No. 1 selection will bypass a college career at Stanford.

Chicago Sun-Times

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes joins ownership group of Kansas City NWSL team

Mahomes joins a list of current and former NFL players who have a stake in the women’s professional soccer league, including Bears guard Michael Schofield who is part of the Red Stars ownership group.

Tribune News Service

Reflecting and boosting KC Current’s emergence, Patrick Mahomes joins ownership group

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Somehow further immersing himself in the fabric of Kansas City professional sports and extending his broader reach and influence, Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has become part of the Kansas City Current ownership group, the club announced Tuesday morning.

Sports Illustrated

Patrick Mahomes Adds NWSL’s Current to Ownership Portfolio

The Chiefs quarterback will now have equity in a third Kansas City franchise.

WEKU

4 former NWSL coaches are banned permanently following an abuse investigation

The banned coaches engaged in sexual misconduct, verbal and emotional abuse and made sexist and racist remarks to players, a 14-month investigation found.

Irish Mirror

Vera Pauw sanctioned by NWSL and must 'accept personal responsibility' if she is to work in America in the future

The Irish manager is one of a number of people that have been sanctioned by the NWSL

Tribune News Service

NWSL misconduct investigation sanctions include ban for former N.C. Courage coach; team fined

CARY, N.C. — Former N.C. Courage coach Paul Riley, fired in August 2021 amid allegations of sexual misconduct, is among four former National Women’s Soccer League coaches permanently banned from working in the league.

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