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A rollercoaster first half of the NWSL season has left Angel City FC battling late deficits, even as several of its stars earn international recognition and a summer hiatus approaches.
The Utah Royals have taken the lead in the NWSL standings with a nine‑game unbeaten run, driven by Mina Tanaka’s four goals and three assists and Mandy McGlynn’s stellar goalkeeping. They prepare for a pivotal clash with the Portland Thorns, while the Kansas City Current extend their record‑breaking 22‑game streak.
A record number of mothers are competing in the NWSL, with players like Sophia Wilson and Mallory Swanson showcasing how individualized recovery frameworks, medical advances, and peer networks enable elite athletes to balance motherhood and top‑level performance.
Lindsey Heaps is set to play her last game for OL Lyonnes before joining the NWSL’s Denver Summit, a move that underscores her lasting impact on the league and the growing prominence of women’s soccer.