Following the shocking announcement that Morocco had been awarded the Africa Cup of Nations title by default, sanctions were imposed on the two national teams
FIFA President Gianni Infantino insists the 2026 World Cup will be a flawless global celebration, brushing aside mounting anxieties over escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Despite the USA and Israel conflict with Iran disrupting football calendars, causing widespread visa chaos, and forcing Iraq to request a delay, FIFA remains solely focused on record ticket sales.
Morgan spoke with GOAL as a part of U.S. Soccer's new partnership with Henkel and shared why she believes the upcoming World Cup will be a significant moment for women's soccer as well.
The NWSL's rule of 4 is where each club is allowed a maximum of four players under the age of 18, between their private entry list and roster.
What is the average salary of an NWSL player?
The average wage an NWSL player is $65,000 a year. The minimum salary is reported at $36,400, with the top players earning up to $400,000 annually.
What does SEI mean in soccer?
In soccer, often used within the WNSL, the acronyom SEI stands for Season Ending Injury.
Who is the 15 year old that signed to the NWSL?
In March 2023, Chloe Ricketts signed a three-year deal to play, when she was just 15 years and 283 days old. This made her the youngest ever player to sign an NWSL contract.