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O'Hara left Sky Blue in 2017 because of subpar player standards.

Williams describes the moment she learned about the trade at USWNT camp.

Trinity Rodman adds to the USWNT's embarrassment of riches at forward.

Morgan spoke up on behalf of Sara Björk Gunnarsdóttir's fight.

ACFC president Julie Uhrman explains the club's goals for 2023.

The USWNT opened the 2023 World Cup year with a win over New Zealand.

The New Zealand friendlies give the U.S. a chance to experiment.

Gotham FC also took a big step with their draft maneuvers.

Thompson said she's most excited to play with ACFC's Christen Press.

Cooper has high praise for her new home, the Kansas City Current.

Alyssa Thompson and Michelle Cooper lead the way in Round 1.

The NWSL's 2020 draft class had a rookie experience unlike any other.

Offseason moves have shaken up team needs ahead of the draft.

ACFC is expected to draft 18-year-old phenom Alyssa Thompson.

The USWNT had plenty of growing pains as they prepare for the World Cup.

To call 2022 an eventful year for the NWSL would be an understatement.

The NWSL Players Association's three presidents have many stories to tell.

Catarina Macario and Ashley Hatch also got time at the No. 9.

The USWNT is stacked at the winger position heading into 2023.

Ashley Sanchez and Kristie Mewis will compete for spots alongside Lavelle.

Williams' handprint will be on the tennis and sports world forever.

Defensive midfield is one of the USWNT's biggest concerns in 2023.

Three players returning from injury will likely compete for the final World Cup spot.

The NWSL's 2022 Anti-Harassment Policy includes a reference to weight.

Abuse has been well-documented, but action has been slightly slower to follow.

Fox could force Vlatko Andonovski into a decision between her and Crystal Dunn.

Casey Murphy has more to prove to overtake Naeher for the top spot.

Thirty-four different players made at least one game appearance in 2022.

Mewis' injury status remains unknown in a crowded Kansas City midfield.

Cooper could jump at an opportunity abroad instead of entering the NWSL Draft.

Before Aozasa, UCLA produced pro-level players but won just one title.

There is a wealth of NWSL talent on the market.

Three club veterans are leaving in free agency after a tumultuous year.

The list ranges from seniors ready to go pro to standout underclassmen.

Parsons has a proven track record in the NWSL but faltered with the Netherlands.

Dahlkemper announced she'd had another back surgery this week.

O'Hara's signing speaks volumes about her belief in Gotham's future.

Fishel helped deliver a championship for her Liga MX Femenil club this week.

Vlatko Andonovski has been reluctant to call on subs.

Naomi Girma anchored the defensive effort.

Is the U.S. making progress under Andonovski's system?

Resist the urge to pit the young stars against the veterans.

After turnover to the roster and coaching staff, Hines is focused on stability.

Injuries have stymied the group in recent matches.

Just three Black players featured on England's Euros roster.

The Germany friendlies are the USWNT's last chance for evaluation in 2022.

Dunn plays as a midfielder for the Thorns but an outside back for the U.S.

"There's been a huge amount of requests, specifically after the draw."

The USWNT is missing many stars, but some more important than others.

Instead of caving under the pressure of the Yates report, Portland came together.

Substitutes have been difference-makers throughout the playoffs.

Thorns and Current players have different approaches in the heat of the moment.

With an NWSL trophy on the line, you can expect a few unsung heroes to...

The windows for Megan Rapinoe and other OL Reign stars are closing.

Generations of stars showcased what makes NWSL playoff soccer special.

NWSL players with six years of service are free agents this offseason.

The Current have been proving people wrong all season.

Morgan showed some of the qualities that make her a special player in big moments.

The USWNT has issues to address ahead of the 2023 World Cup.

The Current are having fun and setting an NWSL precedent.

Coach Vlatko Andonovski has so far favored roster cohesion over rotation.

Fans across the world got a glimpse instead at what is happening right now.

This group isn't the team we'll see at the World Cup, and that's a good...

Chastain's iconic kick set the team on a path toward excellence and generational change.

Mexico's two losses have changed the tenor of Monday night's rivalry game.

Stoney's blueprint for the Wave has led to unprecedented NWSL success.

Christen Press and Alex Morgan could find themselves back in the fold.

The final reignited concerns over player safety under the current format.

Here's what the Challenge Cup group stage taught us about every team.

The NWSL Challenge Cup is full of unpredictability after an offseason of turnover.

A work stoppage is on the table for Feb. 1 if an agreement isn't reached...

The stakes are high for the NWSL's 10-year anniversary season.

ACFC has prioritized player wishes and data analytics while filling out their roster.

What the Spirit accomplished in 2021 is one of the most miraculous sports stories of...

The teams' midfields have been their backbone all season long.

Their journeys to Louisville were improbable but fitting for this league.

An NWSL championship would complete the Thorns' trophy sweep.

Sunday's games were different in style but equal in skill level.

Gorden's impact goes far beyond the Red Stars' backline.

The NWSL Players Association is pushing harder than ever for real change.

NWSL players battle exhaustion as they fight for playoff positioning.

This season has made the need for a collective bargaining agreement especially urgent.

The U.S. women's national team didn't look like itself from the moment it took the...

The Tokyo Olympics might be the last major tournament for this USWNT group.

Gotham FC and OL Reign have led the way in pregame fashion, a growing league...

Some teams are better equipped to handle the player absences than others.

Projecting the 18-player USWNT roster for the 2021 Tokyo Olympics.