⚽️ Trinity Rodman scored in her return 🏆 The #NWSL Championship served as a fitting conclusion to the league's 12th season 🌎 Summer continental tournaments brought the fireworks Check out the final Part 3️⃣ of The Equalizer's Year in Review!

NWSL and Commissioner Jessica Berman have a pivotal offseason ahead. Jenna Pel writes about the debate over the High Impact Player rule and dissent from the NWSLPA.

Goalkeeper Kailen Sheridan and San Diego Wave FC have mutually agreed to terminate her contract, which was set to run through 2026. equalizersoccer.com/2025/12/29/s...

💰 Atlanta paid BIG for #NWSL Expansion 👏 The legend Lu Barnes announces her retirement 👶 Pregnant players shows NWSL's progress 🇺🇸 16 Players debut for the #USWNT Part 2️⃣ of The Equalizer's Year in Review is here! equalizersoccer.com/2025/12/29/t...

The San Diego Wave have signed two-time #NCAA National Champion defender Mimi Van Zanten. Van Zanten spent the last three years with the Florida State Seminoles, making 57 appearances. See the latest league signings with our Tracker! ➡️: equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/24/n...

Charley returned triumphantly from injury, Andonovski hit a milestone before stepping away, the NSL kicked off, and Naeher scored in a stunning comeback. Part 1️⃣ of The Equalizer's Year in Review is here ⤵️ equalizersoccer.com/2025/12/28/t...

Over the next several days, as 2025 comes to a close, we'll be recapping 11 important events and moments in women's soccer that made this year memorable. Part one is coming to you later today! What moments or developments stood out to you in 2025 that you hope to see listed 👀

Canadian international Amanda Allen has signed a two-year contract, with a club option to renew, with Boston Legacy FC. The 20-year-old was previously with the Orlando Pride, most recently playing on loan with the NSL's Halifax Tides. 🔗 equalizersoccer.com/quick-update...

Who is eligible for the NWSL’s new “High Impact Player” rule money? A lot of Europeans, it turns out. @abigailsegel.bsky.social dug into the newly announced criteria to determine who exactly qualifies for the contentious new roster designation—and who doesn’t: equalizersoccer.com/2025/12/23/w...

ESPN's list of top players of 2025, published today, completes the criteria that will determine who counts as an NWSL “High Impact Player” come June 1. Michelle Agyemang, Vicky López, & Aggie Beever-Jones are in the top 40, making them HIP-eligible. Our story has been updated with their additions.

ESPN's list of top players of 2025, published today, completes the criteria that will determine who counts as an NWSL “High Impact Player” come June 1. Michelle Agyemang, Vicky López, & Aggie Beever-Jones are in the top 40, making them HIP-eligible. Our story has been updated with their additions.

Who is eligible for the NWSL’s new “High Impact Player” rule money? A lot of Europeans, it turns out. @abigailsegel.bsky.social dug into the newly announced criteria to determine who exactly qualifies for the contentious new roster designation—and who doesn’t: equalizersoccer.com/2025/12/23/w...

The NWSL Players Association has released this statement after the league announced the High Impact Player Rule. "The [NWSL PA] opposes the [NWSL's] decision to move forward without bargaining over the High Impact Player Rule."

📰 The #NWSL announced the High Impact Player Rule today, aimed at attract and retain high-impact players based on a certain criteria. The league announced an investment of $115 million in additional player compensation through the current CBA. equalizersoccer.com/2025/12/23/n...

The NWSL introduces the High Impact Player rule. Read more for the full list of criteria: bit.ly/4auEpL9

Emma Hayes isn't afraid to call up new talent to the #USWNT 🇺🇸 Eight players from the #NWSL could make their mark on the senior national team sooner rather than later, writes @secondball.bsky.social. Subscribe to EQZ Extra to read! 🔐 equalizersoccer.com/2025/12/22/w...

Plenty of #NWSL Roster moves happening! ⭐️ Nádia Gomes re-signs with the Chicago Stars 🇺🇸 The KC Current tab #USYNT standout Meila Brewer Stay up-to-date with all the roster moves with our Tracker on equalizersoccer.com! ➡️: equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/24/n...

Ella Stevens has joined Boston Legacy! ⚽️ The forward has joined the expansion club, signing a deal through the 2027 #NWSL season. Stay up-to-date with all the latest signings with our Tracker! ➡️: equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/24/n...

The NWSLPA is opposing the NWSL's proposed star player rule. The players' union raised concerns about how quickly the High-Impact Player (HIP) rule was developed and its lack of clarity. They are suggesting raising the salary cap instead. equalizersoccer.com/quick-update...

Sophia Wilson has picked up the option to play in 2026 for the Portland Thorns! 🌹 Terms of the deal were not listed, but reports have Wilson's salary at $1 million. equalizersoccer.com/2025/12/17/s...

After three years in Chicago, Ally Schlegel is ready for her new chapter. Schlegel spoke to @lesleyryder.bsky.social about choosing North Carolina and everything that lies ahead. For subscribers only! ✍️ Check it out at the link: equalizersoccer.com/2025/12/16/a...

Jenna Nighswonger may no longer be in the plans at Arsenal. But before she finds her next spot, she needs to solidify her position, writes @secondball.bsky.social. Subscribe to EQZ Extra to read Blair's latest analysis! 🔐 equalizersoccer.com/2025/12/15/j...

🧤 Casey Murphy has signed with Boston Legacy through the 2029 #NWSL season! The veteran goalkeeper joins the expansion team after spending the last five years in North Carolina. Stay informed with all the latest moves with our Tracker! ➡️: equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/24/n...

#NWSL transfer updates so far today! 🏔️ Camryn Biegalski ➡️ Denver 🦢 Hannah Stambaugh ➡️ Boston 🩵 Marisa Jordan ➡️ Kansas City in a trade that sent a 2026 international roster spot to North Carolina Catch them all in our tracker: equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/24/n...

Per a report from @jeffkassouf.bsky.social, the NWSL Board of Governors is attempting to finalize and vote on a roster mechanism that will allow Trinity Rodman and other stars to play for clubs at salaries that will exceed the current salary cap:

Don't miss out on all the latest moves around the #NWSL! 🧤 Alyssa Naeher re-signed with the Chicago Stars 🇳🇬 The NC Courage sign Nigerian forward Chioma Okafor ⚜️ Avery Kalitta re-signed with Racing Louisville 🫡 Katie Lind retires from professional soccer ➡️: equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/24/n...

🧤 She's back!! Alyssa Naeher has signed a one-year deal with the Chicago Stars. Her contract is through the 2026 #NWSL season. Naeher is just two shutouts away from tying the league record, held by Nicole Barnhart. ➡️: equalizersoccer.com/2025/12/10/a... ✍️: @rachaelkpalmer.bsky.social

Katie Lind has announced her retirement from professional soccer. The 10-year #NWSL veteran began her career with the Chicago Stars and signed with the Houston Dash in 2020. Congratulations to Katie Lind on a great career! ➡️: equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/24/n...

The USWNT is heading to Santa Barbara! The national team will play Chile on Jan. 27 at Harder Stadium to round out the first month of the new year: equalizersoccer.com/2025/12/09/u...

🧤 Hillary Beall signs with the Houston Dash ⚜️ Lauren Milliet is here to stay with Racing Louisville And much more! Catch up on the latest wave of signings and re-signings throughout the #NWSL with our Tracker! 👀 ➡️: equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/24/n...

🇧🇷 Another Brazilian has landed in the #NWSL! Laís Araújo has joined the Boston Legacy through the 2026 season, with an option for 2027. equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/24/n...

Emma Coates takes the reins at Bay FC! @thedanlauletta.bsky.social writes about the team's new head coach: equalizersoccer.com/2025/12/04/b...

Schlegel ➡️ @nccourage.com! We're keeping track of all the NWSL offseason moves right here: equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/24/n...

Today UEFA announced that Germany would host the 2029 EURO! 🇩🇪 It's the third-time in the nation's history that they hosted the women's edition of the tournament. ➡️: equalizersoccer.com/quick-update...

ICYMI: A lot happened! We've updated our Transfer Tracker with plenty of signings and re-signings, including: Hailie Mace to Orlando, Madison Hammond to Utah, Jordyn Bloomer re-signing with Louisville and Ryan Gareis to Chicago! 👀 ➡️: equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/24/n...

Haley Carter has officially joined the @washingtonspirit.com as its President of Soccer Operations, the club announced this morning. In addition, Nathan Minion has permanently joined as General Manager. ✍️ @rachaelkpalmer.bsky.social equalizersoccer.com/2025/12/03/h...

Stay up to date with all the league transfers with our tracker! equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/24/n...

Catarina Macario scored for the third consecutive match, Claudia Dickey recorded a third straight shutout and the #USWNT ended 2025 with another win.

⛲️ The Pride announce its roster updates 🦁 Dani Weatherholt re-signs with the Courage See the latest #NWSL roster moves with our Tracker! equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/24/n...

U.S. Soccer has announced its nominees for Player of the Year and Young Player of the Year 🇺🇸 Who do you think will win the awards? 🏆 Let us know who you think and why! 👀 ➡️: equalizersoccer.com/quick-update...

After four years in North Carolina, Brianna Pinto tested free agency and signed a two-year contract with the Chicago Stars! equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/24/n...

It's official: Spanish midfielder Aitana Bonmatí suffered a broken leg injury and will require surgery. The injury comes just 24 hours before Spain faces Germany in the UEFA Nations League Final 🇪🇸 🇩🇪 equalizersoccer.com/quick-update...

A high press. Smart tweaks. Total discipline. Gotham’s 3-3-4 structure suffocated the Spirit’s midfield and paved the way for the championship. More on how Gotham shut down the Spirit to lift the NWSL Championship trophy ⤵️ equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/29/t...

ICYMI: The #USWNT defeated Italy 3-0 last night in Orlando behind a Cat Macario brace and early Olivia Moultrie goal. Plus, Naomi Girma returned, and two more players made their senior international debut.

Women's soccer media coverage FTW! Get ONE FULL YEAR of all our stories on the #NWSL, #USWNT and more for only $12 for your first year. SUBSCRIBE: equalizersoccer.memberful.com/checkout?cou...

The rookie, Sarah Schupansky, unlocked Bruninha. Then, the game-winner came off the boot of Rose Lavelle 🌹 In the latest Anatomy of a Goal, Dan Lauletta breaks down the #NWSL Championship's lone goal. Subscribe to EQZ Extra to read! 🔐 equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/26/a...

In a year full of ups and downs, Jess Carter got to call herself a champion not once, but twice 🏆 Jenna Pel got to speak with Carter during the #NWSL Media Day about her experiences in 2025. 🔐 Subscribe to EQZ Extra to read! equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/26/j...

The Portland Thorns have dismissed head coach Rob Gale, the club announced today. First assistant Adam Day is exiting as well. Sarah Lowdown will serve as interim head coach for the Thorns while a coaching search commences.

🌹 Rose Lavelle's game-winning goal 🦇 Gotham FC's midfield build-up 🏟️ East Coast teams on the West Coast Subscribe to EQZ Extra to check out Jenna Pel's talking points from the #NWSL Championship! 🔐 equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/24/l...

On Saturday, the Spirit’s delayed substitution left a gap that Gotham exploited. @thedanlauletta.bsky.social on how one tactical misstep defined the NWSL Championship. ⤵️ equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/23/h...