Utah Royals news

Who's hot? Who's not? GOAL ranks each of the current 16 National Women's Soccer League teams.

From Trinity Rodman’s individual success to high hopes for Denver Summit FC, GOAL outlines its predictions for the NWSL season in 2026.

NWSL returns with a packed schedule and familiar chaos. From stars like Sophia Wilson, Marta, and Temwa Chawinga to the teams you can avoid, here’s who’s actually worth your weekend watch.

Many of the NWSL kits for 2026 are bold, but how effective the designs are has divided opinion among the GOAL writers.

The NWSL has unveiled its 2026 regular-season schedule, opening March 13 with Washington Spirit hosting the Portland Thorns. Opening weekend also features expansion sides Boston Legacy FC and Denver Summit FC making their league debuts on March 14, with Boston hosting defending champions Gotham FC and Denver opening on the road against Bay FC. Here are GOAL’s six takeaways.

Who's hot, who's not? GOAL ranks all 14 teams across the National Women's Soccer League

Who's hot, who's not? GOAL ranks all 14 teams across the National Women's Soccer League

Who's hot, who's not? GOAL ranks all 14 teams across the National Women's Soccer League

How to watch the NWSL match between Utah Royals and San Diego Wave, as well as kick-off time and team news.

Who's hot, who's not? GOAL ranks all 14 teams across the National Women's Soccer League