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/ 1175 days ago

NWSL added as new mode to FIFA 23

The National Women's Soccer League, or NWSL, will be added as a new mode to the FIFA 23 video game in March. Founded a decade ago, the NWSL currently consists of 12 clubs and is the top women's league in the United States. Sources at Insider Gaming claim that this move will take effect on […]

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/ 1191 days ago

Comparing American soccer offseasons to rest of the world

American soccer has always done things a little differently from the rest of the world. Whether it's experimenting with the rules (countdown clock, 35-yard offside line, and shootouts), the lack of promotion and relegation, or using playoffs to decide a champion, we've always been at least a little out of step with the rest of […]

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/ 1197 days ago

NWSL announces schedule for 2023 season

NWSL, the top women's soccer division in the United States, unveiled its schedule for 2023. The league's 11th regular season has 12 teams, the same as last year when Angel City FC and the San Diego Wave joined the league. Each club plays a balanced schedule with 11 home games and 11 away games. Therefore, […]

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/ 1208 days ago

NWSL to expand to San Francisco, Boston and Utah, report says

The National Women's Soccer League looks set to add three more teams. Although not yet official, reports claim that the top American women's league will expand to Boston, Utah, and the San Francisco Bay Area in the near future. The San Francisco Chronicle and Wall Street Journal are reporting that the wheels are already in […]

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/ 1223 days ago

NWSL TV rights deal now open for bidding

The latest NWSL TV rights deal now has broadcasters competing for the league. The renewal phase between CBS and NWSL expired. As a result, other suitors can enter the ring, according to the Sports Business Journal. As of now, CBS's current deal with the top women's soccer division in the United States expires at the […]

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/ 1226 days ago

NWSL bans 4 coaches for life following abuse and misconduct

National Women's Soccer League commissioner Jessica Berman has banned four coaches following the conclusion of an investigation. NWSL banned Paul Riley, Christy Holly, Rory Dames, and Richie Burke from coaching in the league again. The joint investigation by the NWSL and their players association surrounded severe allegations made against these coaches. Riley, former Portland Thorns […]

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/ 1231 days ago

What soccer games are coming to Paramount+ in January

January 2023 brings a number of exciting fixtures to Paramount+. Even though the Champions League does not return until February, the return to steady club action is enough to whet the appetites of soccer fans. For example, the Scottish Premiership already had one of its biggest games of the season. Old Firm saw a testy […]

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/ 1252 days ago

NWSL Joint Investigation finds underlying misconduct culture

The NWSL released its Joint Investigation findings on misconduct, harassment and discrimination in the league. Covington & Burling LLP and Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP led the investigation. Together, they found that over half of NWSL clubs had a history of misconduct. The report listed out eight clubs out of the 12-team league. That includes […]

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/ 1279 days ago

NWSL announces schedule details for 2023 season

The National Women's Soccer League, or simply NWSL, revealed all the schedule details for the 2023 season. The 176-game schedule is the 11th in the league's young history. Last season's champions, the Portland Thorns, had Sophia Smith guide them to the side's third title. That figure is the highest among the teams competing in the […]

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/ 1291 days ago

US Soccer history: 150 years and counting

Another four years have passed and the FIFA World Cup is once again upon us. Like clockwork, the sport of soccer will see a sharp rise in overall interest in the United States during the tournament, with fans packing bars and public spaces all over the country to take in the matches. Even casual fans […]