NWSL Week 11: Records, Streaks and the Golden Boot Race
Week 11 of the 2026 National Women's Soccer League season delivered a cascade of personal milestones, coaching firsts and a tightening battle for the league's top scoring honor.
Jul 7, 2026
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Gotham FC Secures Etihad Park as Its New Home in 2028
Gotham FC will relocate its home matches to Etihad Park in Queens, a new soccer‑specific, all‑electric venue opening in 2027, as part of a broader vision to embed professional soccer at the heart of New York City.
Jul 7, 2026
Gotham FC Announces Move to Queens, Securing Permanent Home at Etihad Park for 2028 Olympics and Beyond
Gotham FC will relocate from New Jersey to Queens in 2028, playing at the upcoming Etihad Park stadium, a venue designed for top‑level soccer and set to feature during the 2028 Summer Olympics.
Jul 7, 2026
Gotham FC’s Leap to New York: Etihad Park Set to Redefine Women’s Soccer
Gotham FC is moving from New Jersey to New York City, where a 25,000‑seat, all‑electric stadium will open in spring 2027 and become the league's first soccer‑specific venue in the city.
Jul 7, 2026
Gotham FC Women’s Team Secures Queens Stadium Relocation
The National Women's Soccer League club will soon call a newly built Queens stadium its home, improving public‑transport access for young fans across the city.
Jul 7, 2026
Gotham FC’s Queens Move Sets New Era for Women’s Soccer in New York City
Gotham FC, the NWSL champions, will relocate to Queens in 2028, playing at the new Etihad Park stadium that will also host New York City FC and Olympic soccer matches.
Jul 7, 2026
Gotham FC to Call Etihad Park Home in 2028, Transforming New York Soccer Landscape
Gotham FC’s move to Etihad Park marks a pivotal moment for women’s soccer, offering a world‑class venue and reinforcing New York’s ambition to become a global soccer hub.
Jul 7, 2026
Gotham FC to Call Etihad Park Home in 2028 as Part of NYC Soccer Expansion
Gotham FC will relocate to a state‑of‑the‑art arena in Queens next year, cementing its bond with New York City and setting the stage for a new chapter of growth.
Jul 7, 2026
North American Women’s Leagues Capitalize on World Cup Momentum
The Northern Super League and the NWSL are using the FIFA Women's World Cup to deepen interest in women's soccer across Canada and the United States, staging high‑profile matches and fan experiences that promise lasting growth.
Jul 6, 2026
Legacy and Bay FC set for showdown at Gillette Stadium
A mid‑table NWSL clash at Gillette Stadium pits Boston Legacy against Bay FC in a crucial July showdown.
Jul 5, 2026
Soccer Romance Novels: A New Wave of Sports‑Driven Love Stories
Eleven recent titles fuse the thrill of soccer with intimate romance, featuring authors like Lucy Score and Talia Hibbert, and reaching readers through platforms such as Books Are Magic.
Jul 5, 2026
San Diego Wave FC Prepares to Defend Top Spot Against Gotham FC
San Diego Wave FC, leading the NWSL with 26 points, will host fifth‑placed Gotham FC, who ride a seven‑match unbeaten streak, in a high‑stakes Saturday night showdown.
Jul 4, 2026
Chelsea Women Ink Midfielder Manaka Matsukubo to Five‑Year Deal
Chelsea Women have secured the signing of Japan’s NWSL Midfielder of the Year, Manaka Matsukubo, on a five‑year contract, aiming to restore their dominance in the Women’s Super League.
Jul 3, 2026
NWSL Free Agency 2027 Begins, Top Talent Set to Shift Teams
The NWSL's 2027 free agency period opened on July 1, 2026, unlocking negotiations for players whose contracts expired after the 2026 season, including star midfielders and veterans.
Jul 1, 2026
Appeals Court Shields NWSL from Defamation Suit by Former Coach
A Texas appellate panel reversed a lower court's decision, finding former Houston Dash coach James Clarkson failed to prove the league's report was made with knowledge of falsity or reckless disregard for the truth.
Jun 30, 2026
e.l.f. Cosmetics Leverages Women’s Soccer to Amplify Brand and Empower Female Athletes
e.l.f. Cosmetics used the National Women's Soccer League Challenge Cup to showcase its commitment to women's sports, integrating beauty, fan engagement and strategic partnerships across the tournament.
Jun 30, 2026
Court Dismisses Coach James Clarkson’s Defamation Suit Against NWSL
A Texas appellate court has cleared the National Women's Soccer League and its players association of defamation claims brought by former Houston Dash coach James Clarkson, overturning a lower‑court decision and sending the case back for further proceedings.
Jun 30, 2026
California’s Soccer Boom Ahead of World Cup Clash
The San Jose Earthquakes are enjoying a record‑breaking start, while the U.S. faces Bosnia in a World Cup knockout match on home soil. California’s diverse soccer landscape and ambitious academies aim to turn this momentum into lasting growth
Jun 30, 2026
California’s Soccer Surge Ahead of World Cup
From the San Jose Earthquakes' record‑breaking season to the influx of international stars, California is positioning itself as a soccer hub ahead of the upcoming World Cup clash.
Jun 30, 2026
Taylor Huff Eyes Future with USWNT as NWSL Momentum Grows
Professional soccer player Taylor Huff, a key figure for Bay FC in the NWSL, discusses her aspirations with the U.S. Women’s National Team, recent camp invitations and the growing cultural impact of the sport amid the Men’s World Cup.
Jun 30, 2026
Sam Kerr Returns to Gotham FC, Signing Through 2030
Australian forward Sam Kerr has inked a long‑term deal with Gotham FC, the reigning NWSL champions, after a decorated spell at Chelsea and a prior stint in New York.
Jun 29, 2026
Sam Kerr Returns to New York with Gotham FC
Australian striker Sam Kerr has signed with Gotham FC, the reigning NWSL champion, after a decorated spell at Chelsea, bringing her record‑breaking goal tally and global appeal back to the city where her professional journey began.
Jun 29, 2026
Soccer’s Surge in the United States: How the 2026 World Cup Is Redefining the Nation’s Sports Landscape
The upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, with matches slated in Philadelphia and across the country, marks a turning point for a sport that once struggled for attention. Today, professional leagues thrive, women’s teams dominate internationally, and a new generation of players and fans fuels a rapid rise.
Jun 29, 2026
Gotham FC’s Challenge Cup Triumph Highlights Jordynn Dudley’s Breakout Performance
Gotham FC edged the Kansas City Current 2‑0 in the NWSL Challenge Cup, with rookie forward Jordynn Dudley delivering a decisive goal and key defensive plays that underscored her rising impact.
Jun 28, 2026