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Meet the Portland Fire owners, whose family's swimwear company and short-lived NFL venture laid the groundwork for a $380 million WNBA franchise

“We know that things are going to take time. But we also knew that we were going to surprise some people, and I think we've done that,” Alex Bhathal told Fortune.

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Olivia Moultrie’s injury leaves the USWNT with a thinning midfield pool ahead of the World Cup

The Portland Thorns midfielder fills a role few in the US player pool can match, and she’s in a race against time to be fit for Brazil

The Guardian - US

USWNT Stock Up, Stock Down: Morgan Weaver Returns After 621 Days Away

An underrated attacker made a long-awaited return in Portland, while a contender for the starting goalkeeper position had a big day in San Diego.

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Top 10 2026 NWSL MVP Candidates at Midseason

Is the reigning two-time MVP, Temwa Chawinga, still leading the pack?

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USWNT Stock Up, Stock Down: Kennedy Wesley Should Be in Emma Hayes’s Plans

The centerback competition on the U.S. women’s national team is heating up with defenders in Southern California under the spotlight.

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NWSL Power Rankings: One Team Remains Undefeated After Matchweek 3

Angel City FC stayed perfect as chaos reigned throughout the league. Plus, the Denver Summit smashed the NWSL’s attendance record.

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USWNT Stock Up, Stock Down: Portland’s Reilyn Turner Takes Off

The Portland Thorns forward’s prowess in the air could push her for another call-up from Emma Hayes in April.

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USWNT Stock Up, Stock Down: Emma Sears Makes Her Case in NWSL Action

With three friendlies against Japan on the horizon, the competition for places on Emma Hayes’s roster is heating up.

Sports Illustrated

Goat review – noisy, lightning-speed basketball animation does it for the kids

A diminutive young buck aspires to compete with rhinos and horses in ‘roarball’, but this by-numbers tale is not the greatest of any time

The Guardian - UK

Ranking the 10 Best NWSL 2026 Free Agent Signings So Far

As the NWSL offseason heats up, free agency season is upon us. From Sophia Wilson to Midge Purce, here are the best of the deals yet.

Sports Illustrated

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 - 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

The Guardian - US

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?

Sports Illustrated

Best Thorns build to complete the Cactus quest in Megabonk

Prepare for some tedious farming.

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Angel City Complete Blockbuster Trade for Japanese Star Hina Sugita

The club bolsters its midfield during the final weeks of the NWSL season with a playoff spot on the line.

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NWSL Matchday 20 Power Rankings: More Misery for Orlando Pride

Chicago snapped a 14-match winless streak and handed the defending champions their biggest defeat of the season.

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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.

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NWSL Matchday 16: How to Watch, Injury Updates

Trinity Rodman has returned after an extended period away with a back injury, but she may not be fit to start for the Washington Spirit on Friday night.

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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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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: Portland Thorns Dominate at Home on Matchday 12

Undefeated at Providence Park in 2025, the young and hungry Thorns are one to watch.

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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.

Sports Illustrated

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.

Sports Illustrated

NWSL Matchday 9: How to Watch, Injury Updates

Orlando Pride hosts the Kansas City Current in the biggest match of the 2025 NWSL season so far, but some key players will be missing.

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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.

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