USA Today Sports NWSLSeattle Reign FCRapinoe's injury dampens mood as Gotham FC win NWSL finalMidge Purce earned the MVP honors of the 2023 NWSL Championship game while Megan Rapinoe ended her career on a bleak note, with a torn Achilles.
Getty/GOALNWSLSeattle Reign FCRapinoe vs Krieger & the NWSL final key battlesFour key battles on the pitch, and one on the touchline, highlight what to watch for ahead of NWSL final Saturday afternoon.
GOALAnalysisNWSLRetiring Krieger out to ruin Rapinoe's last dance in NWSL finalThe pair won two Women's World Cups together with the U.S., but on Saturday, they are rivals as OL Reign takes on Gotham in the big season finale
USA Today Sports NWSLSeattle Reign FCHow Gotham FC went from rock-bottom to NWSL Final contendersIn 2022, Gotham finished bottom of the NWSL table, now, they're competing for a Championship title one year later courtesy of an offseason overhaul.
GOALAnalysisM. RapinoeRapinoe out to avoid another 'sick joke' in NWSL finaleThe U.S. star will play her final match in Saturday's Championship game in San Diego. Will it bring her the trophy she craves or total heartbreak?
Getty/GOALOpinionNWSLMorgan, Smith & GOAL's NWSL Team of the SeasonThe two USWNT stars feature in the frontline in this best XI, but who else makes the cut?
GettyNWSLUSASophia Smith & the Thorns have 'been through a lot'Portland Thorns and U.S. Women's national team star Sophia Smith crashed out of the NWSL playoffs Sunday evening, and reflected on it postgame.
Getty/GOALPlayer ratingsManchester United WomenEven Earps and Toone couldn't save Man Utd at Brighton 😩Late drama saw Marc Skinner's side snatch a point from the Seagulls but they are now four points off Women's Super League leaders Chelsea
Getty/GOALWinners & LosersArsenal WomenForget Russo, Blackstenius needs to play more! The Sweden international has become a slightly-forgotten figure in recent weeks, but she was the hero against the Cityzens on Sunday
Getty ImagesAnalysisNWSLSuperstar Smith back just in time to rule the NWSL playoffs againAfter missing six weeks with a knee injury, the 2022 MVP is ready to attack the postseason as the reigning champion welcomes Gotham
GettyE. HayesUSAHayes to become highest paid women’s coach as USWNT bossChelsea boss Emma Hayes is set to become the highest-paid coach in the world of women's football when she joins the U.S. women's national team.
Getty ImagesAnalysisF. KirbyKirby is back! Return of Lionesses' 'generational talent' is hugeThe playmaker scored on her first Lionesses start since last October, completing another remarkable comeback after missing the Women's World Cup
Getty ImagesManchester United WomenE. TooneMan Utd boss attempts to explain Toone's poor formManchester United manager Marc Skinner has offered an explanation on Ella Toone's slow start to the 2023-24 campaign.
Getty/GOALUSAAustraliaMatildas boss Gustavsson responds to links to USWNT jobAustralia boss Tony Gustavsson has responded to reports linking him with the vacant United States women's national team job.
Getty/GOALWinners & LosersEnglandWasteful Russo's grip on Lionesses starting role is slippingThe European champions now have a must-win game against the Netherlands at Wembley in December - should Rachel Daly be leading the attack for it?
Getty/GOALPlayer ratingsEnglandEarps & Stanway blunders deal Lionesses huge blowSarina Wiegman's side no longer have their destiny in their own hands after a shock defeat in Leuven
Getty ImagesA. BonmatiBarcelona'I haven't slept for days' - Bonmati overwhelmed by Ballon d'Or nodAitana Bonmati discussed her feelings following her Ballon d'Or Feminin win and sent special thanks to Barcelona president Joan Laporta.
GettyA. BonmatiWorld CupWomen's Ballon d'Or 2023: Official 30-player rankingsThe midfielder picked up her prize in Paris on Monday - but how did the rest of the nominees shake out after the votes were counted?
GOALPower rankingsWorld CupWomen's Ballon d'Or Power Rankings as Bonmati winsThe Golden Ball will stay in Catalunya after the Barcelona and Spain midfielder succeeded her team-mate by picking up the trophy in Paris
GOALOpinionA. BonmatiIt's about time! Bonmati's Ballon d'Or is long overdueThe star of the Women's World Cup is finally getting her flowers, with her crowning as the best player in the world for 2023 so well deserved
Getty/GOALWinners & LosersUSAMorgan must start scoring soon - USWNT youngsters are coming!Paris 2024 will be here before we know it, and the likes of Mia Fishel and Jaedyn Shaw showed why they should be considered for selection
GettyWinners & LosersUSAThe USWNT's next generation has arrived!Mia Fischel and Jaedyn Shaw both scored their first USWNT goals in a a statement victory in San Diego on Sunda
GettyPlayer ratingsUSAShaw, Fishel and Thompson steal the show for USWNTThe trio of young substitutes stole the show as the U.S. earned a 3-0 win.
Getty ImagesAnalysisEnglandInside the club that helped build the Lionesses midfieldThe Lancashire outfit have long had a big reputation for developing players, but how on earth do they do it?!
Getty/GOALPlayer ratingsEnglandHow good is Mary Earps?! England's No.1 shines again ⭐️The Man Utd goalkeeper made some big stops as the reigning European champions bounced back from last month's defeat to the Netherlands.
Getty/GOALWinners & LosersUSAUSWNT needs some direction ASAP!The World Cup exposed this U.S. team, and they haven't taken the chance to learn much of anything with the Olympics just around the corner
GettyPlayer ratingsUSAMorgan squanders golden chance to silence doubtersThe USWNT striker hasn't scored for her country since February, and another big miss won't silence any doubters.
Getty/GOALAnalysisUSANine games without a goal - but Morgan still key for the USWNTThe striker hasn't scored for the U.S. in nearly nine months, but the numbers say she's doing plenty
Getty/GOALUSANWSLWATCH: What does Swift think? Kelce does the LaBonta twerkTravis Kelce, who is making headlines as Taylor Swift’s new boyfriend, has been causing a stir again by copying Lo'eau LaBonta’s twerking celebration.
Getty/GOALAnalysisEnglandEarps more important than ever amid Lionesses' 'keeper chaosWith shot-stoppers on the benches of Man City and Chelsea, Sarina Wiegman and the reigning European champions have a problem