Landon Donovan named SD Wave interim coach
United States men's national team legend Landon Donovan was named as interim head coach of the San Diego Wave for the remainder of the 2024 NWSL season.
Katie Zelem swaps Manchester United for Angel City FC (0:51)
Angel City signs ex-United captain Katie Zelem
Angel City FC has signed English midfielder and former Manchester United captain Katie Zelem through 2026 on a free transfer.
'Best of all time' Marta praised by Brazil coach (0:39)
Sophia Smith's soccer titles: Olympics, USWNT, more
Sophia Smith helped the USWNT win a fifth Olympic gold medal at the 2024 Paris Games. Check out her other top career honors and titles.
Trinity Rodman's soccer titles: Olympics, NWSL, more
A rising star in soccer, Trinity Rodman scored her first Olympic gold medal at the 2024 Summer Games in Paris. Check out her other titles now.
Superstar, trailblazer, icon: Inside the legacy of Brazil's Marta
Brazil legend Marta has left an indelible mark on the women's game. ESPN spoke to those who know her best to tell the story of her career.
Source: NWSL and players' union agree new CBA
The National Women's Soccer League and the NWSL Players Association have agreed to terms on a new collective bargaining agreement, a source with knowledge of the situation confirmed to ESPN.
Trinity Rodman and Sophia Smith ready for 'special' final vs. Marta (1:19)
Rodman on Marta: 'I love her' but we want gold
Trinity Rodman has looked up to Marta, the Brazilian soccer star, for years, and Rodman sees her as one of the most significant legends in the history of the women's game.
NWSL-leading Pride extends deal of coach Hines
The Orlando Pride and head coach Seb Hines have agreed to a new contract through the 2026 National Women's Soccer League season with an option for 2027, the team announced on Wednesday.
Is USWNT front three their advantage over Brazil? (1:03)
How the U.S. women needed extra time to beat Japan (0:48)
Why Trinity Rodman's 'willingness' proved crucial for U.S. women (1:10)
A shootout may decide the USWNT's Olympics. Luckily Naeher can save -- and score -- PKs
Alyssa Naeher is a rare goalkeeper who can both save and take penalties. If the USWNT enters an Olympics shootout, she could save Team USA.
Kang invests in women's sport science, rugby 7s
Michele Kang, owner of the Washington Spirit, has announced a $50m global investment in improving the health of elite female athletes.
U.S. star Press set to return after 2 years out
Longtime USWNT forward and two-time World Cup-winner Christen Press has been reactivated from Angel City's season-ending injury list and is available for selection in the team's match against San Diego Wave FC on Thursday.
Sources: Current sign German GK Almuth Schult
The Kansas City Current have signed German goalkeeper Almuth Schult, multiple sources have told ESPN.
USWNT's Sam Coffey reflects on 'emotional experience' playing at the Olympics (2:11)
Wave's Ellis files lawsuit against ex-employee
San Diego Wave FC president and former United States women's national team coach Jill Ellis has filed a defamation lawsuit against a former Wave employee who recently accused Ellis of creating a toxic work environment.
Carter competes move from Chelsea to Gotham
Gotham FC have signed England defender Jess Carter for an undisclosed fee from Women's Super League (WSL) side Chelsea, a source told ESPN.
Sophia Smith's brace powers U.S. past Germany (0:56)
Marta: Brazil must get over last-gasp Japan loss
Brazil's all-time top scorer Marta called on her team to move on from their stoppage-time loss to Japan that saw them miss a chance to secure a quarterfinal spot in the women's Olympic football tournament, and marred her 200th international cap.
U.S. leads 3-1 over Germany at halftime (0:48)
'I feel super powerful': How meditation helps soccer players get in the zone
In a sport dominated by muscle and mettle, an increasing number of soccer players use meditation to help them find focus in their game and in life.
NWSL Standings
| TEAM | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando Pride | 16 | 11 | 5 | 0 | +20 | 38 |
| Kansas City Current | 16 | 10 | 5 | 1 | +18 | 35 |
| Washington Spirit | 16 | 11 | 1 | 4 | +14 | 34 |
| NJ/NY Gotham FC | 16 | 9 | 4 | 3 | +6 | 31 |
| Portland Thorns FC | 16 | 8 | 3 | 5 | +7 | 27 |
| North Carolina Courage | 16 | 8 | 1 | 7 | +3 | 25 |
| Chicago Red Stars | 16 | 7 | 2 | 7 | +1 | 23 |
| Bay FC | 16 | 6 | 0 | 10 | -9 | 18 |
| Racing Louisville FC | 16 | 3 | 7 | 6 | -1 | 16 |
| San Diego Wave FC | 16 | 3 | 6 | 7 | -5 | 15 |
| Angel City FC | 16 | 4 | 3 | 9 | -10 | 15 |
| Houston Dash | 16 | 3 | 5 | 8 | -12 | 14 |
| Seattle Reign FC | 16 | 2 | 5 | 9 | -12 | 11 |
| Utah Royals | 16 | 2 | 3 | 11 | -20 | 9 |