Trinity Rodman meets Sophia Wilson in the first round, and Gotham begins their title defense. GOAL breaks down all eight NWSL playoff teams, key players, and quarterfinal predictions.
The league and its players’ union resolved six grievances, expanding access to top contracts, protecting most existing footwear deals and creating more opportunities to negotiate bonuses.
No Shield was clinched and no final playoff spot was claimed, as the NWSL season will all come down to Decision Day to determine who's occupying all eight spots in the post-season.
The Barcelona midfielder has won each of the last three prizes - but the 2026 accolade will go to someone else at Monday's ceremony in London after Bonmati's injury-hit campaign
From Sam Kerr, Steph Catley and Alanna Kennedy to Mary Fowler, Ellie Carpenter and Kyra Cooney-Cross, England's top-flight has become the league of choice for top talents from Down Under in recent years
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