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The Latest Breaking News from Washington Spirit

The ‘Rodman Rule’ threatens to undermine what makes the NWSL great

While the desperation to keep Trinity Rodman is understandable, tweaking the salary cap could be a big mistake

The Guardian - UK

Michele Kang’s largesse for women’s football leaves Fifa open to bias claims

The multi-club owner’s sponsorship of Champions Cup creates a conflict of interest, whatever her motivation

The Guardian - UK

Trinity Rodman signs record-breaking new deal with Washington Spirit

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Trinity Rodman becomes highest paid female footballer with eye-watering new deal

Rodman signed a new three-year deal with Washington Spirit that is reportedly worth over $2m (£1.48m) per year

The Independent UK

Trinity Rodman stays in NWSL, signing record contract with Spirit

The three-year deal makes Rodman the NWSL’s highest-paid player and ends months of uncertainty over the USWNT star’s future

The Guardian - US

Trinity Rodman and the HIP rule: USWNT stars going abroad may not be the worst thing

The benefit of national team players honing skills abroad is balanced by concerns over a weakened NWSL

The Guardian - UK

2026 NWSL Schedule: Top Matchups to Circle on the Calendar

Back and bigger than ever, here are some picks of the best matches to watch from the NWSL’s 248-game slate.

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USWNT Roster Takeaways: Trinity Rodman Leads Young, All-NWSL Group

Emma Hayes’s 26-player roster for the upcoming friendlies against Paraguay and Chile features players who play their club soccer in the U.S.

Sports Illustrated

Rodman’s future and Liverpool in need to buy – welcome to the women’s transfer window

With an unusually high number of elite-level players out of contract in 2026 it promises to be an intriguing January

The Guardian - UK

Explained: Why Trinity Rodman faces crucial NWSL standoff with European clubs watching closely

Trinity Rodman is out of contract in the summer with talks regarding her future ongoing

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Gotham FC Cement Status As NWSL’s Most Clutch Team Under Pressure

The NJ/NY club won its second NWSL championship in three years, defeating the Washington Spirit ,1–0, with a mix of star power and pure determination.

Sports Illustrated

NWSL Championship: Washington Spirit 0-1 Gotham FC – as it happened

Live updates: Gotham FC clinched the championship thanks to Rose Lavelle’s late winner

The Guardian - US

How to Watch 2025 NWSL Championship Final: Gotham FC vs. Washington Spirit

The two East Coast rivals will battle it out for the NWSL Championship title at PayPal Park on Saturday.

Sports Illustrated

Your Guardian sport weekend: England face the Pumas, F1 in Vegas and the north London derby

Here’s how to follow along with our coverage – the finest writing and up-to-the-minute reports

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‘The Job’s Not Done’ As Washington Spirit Seeks Redemption in NWSL Championship

After a heartbreaking loss in last year’s final, Spirit defenders Kate Wiesner and Paige Metayer are ready to rewrite history.

The Guardian - UK

NWSL Championship: key battles to decide Washington Spirit v Gotham FC final

Gotham are underdogs against a potent Spirit side but they have the talent and resilience to cause another upset

Sports Illustrated

USWNT Roster Takeaways: Naomi Girma Returns, While Trinity Rodman Is Out

Manager Emma Hayes made seven changes to her 26-player USWNT squad for the upcoming friendly matches against Italy.

The Guardian - UK

‘It challenges you’: Laila Harbert on playing with boys and her journey from Arsenal to Portland

Midfielder is preparing for NWSL semi-final on her latest loan and hopes road will lead her to Gunners’ first team, she tells Suzanne Wrack

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How to Watch the 2025 NWSL Playoffs

Eight teams will face off for the title, with the championship set to take place in San Jose on Nov. 22.

The Guardian - US

NWSL playoffs 2025 predictions: can anyone stem the Kansas City Current?

Our panel breaks down the parity-packed season, the state of the league, the dark horses and danger teams – and why everyone is still chasing the Current

Sports Illustrated

USWNT Roster Takeaways: Trinity Rodman and Jaedyn Shaw Make Triumphant Return

Head coach Emma Hayes called up the Washington Spirit forward for the first time since April, while Jaedyn Shaw is back in the mix after transferring from North Carolina Courage to Gotham FC.

Sports Illustrated

NWSL Matchday 18 Power Rankings: Orlando Pride’s Slump Worsened by Injury to Top Scorer

Racing Louisville registered a first-ever win on the road in San Diego while the defending league champions suffered a heavy blow.

Sports Illustrated

The Top 10 Most Attended Games in NWSL History

From goodbyes to greats to baseball stadium showcases, here are the league’s record-breaking attendances.

Sports Illustrated

NWSL Matchday 17: How to Watch, Injury Updates

Bay FC could be without Abby Dahlkemper for this weekend’s historic game against the Washington Spirit at Oracle Park.

The Guardian - US

Washington Spirit seize the moment as DC United stumble in city of unrest

The rise of the NWSL’s Spirit and fall of MLS’s United are emblematic of the two ownership groups’ commitment to fans and the culture of a unique city

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