On Sunday, San Diego Wave will retire Alex Morgan’s No.13 jersey, a chapter of her legacy will close. But her other trademark, the pink pre-wrap headband will live on, worn by countless players who have mimicked her since 2012.

From @theathletic.com: Alex Morgan is one of the most financially successful women’s soccer players - and it all began with a simple pink headband. nyti.ms/3JL9YFa

Away from soccer, Gotham FC forward Esther González hardly fits the image of a ruthless striker. But when she's on the pitch, she only has eyes for goal. @aslipelit.bsky.social spoke to Esther about how she balances ruthless instinct with her soft-spoken nature. www.nytimes.com/athletic/658...

NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman threatened to fine the Kansas City Current after a disagreement over extreme heat procedures that delayed a match against Orlando Pride roughly three and a half hours, sources told The Athletic.

Spain midfielder Aitana Bonmati has been diagnosed with viral meningitis ahead of this summer’s European Championship, her head coach Montse Tome has confirmed. More from @laiacervello.bsky.social & @aslipelit.bsky.social ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/645...

"In the NWSL, Kansas City Current’s CPKC Stadium marks a major milestone as the first purpose-built venue for a women’s team in the league and a bold bet that a women’s club can deliver a return on investment." (@aslipelit.bsky.social) www.nytimes.com/athletic/643...

The Soccer Tournament (TST), a winner-takes-all competition, has become something of a post-retirement playground for the U.S. women’s national team. But with a $1 million prize on the line, the hunger for glory and spirit of competition is ever-present. 📝 @aslipelit.bsky.social

A piece with @aslipelit.bsky.social and @meganferinga.bsky.social on Alexis Ohanian, the enthusiastic investor who believes Chelsea Women will be a “billion-dollar franchise” one day. 👇 www.nytimes.com/athletic/636...

Alex Morgan is back with the Wave—this time as an investor. I’ve spent the past few days talking to former players who helped build the NWSL with their talent, now putting their money where their legacy is. Why are they betting on the league they helped create? www.nytimes.com/athletic/636...

NEWS: Angel City’s Savy King underwent surgery after collapsing on field, prognosis ‘excellent’ www.nytimes.com/athletic/635...

Marta, who last year retired from international football, has been named in the Brazil squad for their upcoming fixtures. She had announced her intention to call time on one of the most iconic international careers in the history of the women’s game back in April 2024. 🔗 bit.ly/3F7Ogcj

At 37, most soccer players see the finish line. For FC Como Women captain Alia Guagni, retirement wasn’t just about age — it was about finally pursuing a long-delayed dream: becoming a mother. Here is my latest for: www.nytimes.com/athletic/634...

As Angel City FC defender Savy King begins her recovery after collapsing on the field last night against the Utah Royals, the focus remains on why the remainder of the match was played. @meglinehan.com and @aslipelit.bsky.social examine the NWSL's policies ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/634...

Spent the day trying to determine how the call got made to continue last night's Angel City game following Savy King's medical event and what policies apply, with @aslipelit.bsky.social. In short, the league and commissioner Jessica Berman had the power to call it. www.nytimes.com/athletic/634...

After Savy King’s on-field collapse, why wasn’t Angel City’s match cancelled? Our story below 👇🏼 www.nytimes.com/athletic/634...

Here is the #NWSL s statement on the incident involving ACFC defender Savy King. According to an NWSL spokesperson, King “remains stable,” and “will be undergoing further evaluation. Here is our story: www.nytimes.com/athletic/634...

🚨NEW: Extra Time is out! More Messi talk, this time with Asli Pelit of The Athletic. She started her soccer career capturing fans' passion for great "number 10s" including Messi. Pelit joins the show to share her story! @aslipelit.bsky.social podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/f...

On Friday, the National Women’s Soccer League’s application to launch a Division II league in 2026 became public. @aslipelit.bsky.social and @meglinehan.com unpack all of the most pressing questions about what it means for women’s soccer ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/631...

Get aboard because we aren’t standing still for long. Welcome to The Athletic’s women’s soccer team @aslipelit.bsky.social and @tamerra-griffin.bsky.social @theathletic.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/623...