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Top 5 moments from the NWSL Playoffs: Semifinals Edition
Only two teams remain in the NWSL Playoffs with the semifinals concluding this weekend. The Washington Spirit and NJ/NY Gotham FC prepare to play the big final with wins over Portland Thorns and Orlando Pride, respectively. There were moments of brilliance over the weekend, and here’s our top five: Jaedyn Shaw’s free kick Gotham and […]
Liga MX Femenil playoffs: Club América and Tigres will play the big final and they have two curses to break
With only four teams remaining, Liga MX Femenil’s semifinals had Club América vs Chivas on one side and Tigres vs Cruz Azul on the other. After four matches (two legs apiece), the Eagles and the Amazonians ended up getting their tickets for the big final. 180 minutes of soccer await us, starting next Thursday. América […]
KC Current announce major changes: Vlatko Andonovski moves to Sporting Director and Ryan Dell to GM – team now looking for next head coach
Today, the Kansas City Current have announced major changes with Coach of the Year frontrunner Vlatko Andonovski moving to Sporting Director and Ryan Dell to General Manager. Co-owners Angie and Chris Long commented, “To continue the club’s upward and global trajectory, we must put in place an organizational structure that reflects the growth of what we’re doing within the KC Current ecosystem and beyond. These […]
NWSL Playoffs: Top 5 moments from the quarterfinals
NWSL playoffs quarterfinals are on the books, but there will be some moments we won’t forget. Which ones? Here’s our top five: Luana’s perfect comeback Last year, we learned about Orlando Pride’s Luana being diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma and more than a year of treatment later, she made her comeback last September in the match […]
Luana signs new contract through 2026 with Orlando Pride
On Sept. 2, 2025, Luana made her inspirational return to the pitch after battling Hodgkin’s lymphoma (SEI list since April of 2024). In the quarterfinal match against the Seattle Reign, Orlando Pride midfielder Luana scored the first goal since the fight of her life to seal the victory into the semifinals. Luana: “One year ago, […]
Racing Louisville star Savannah DeMelo provides positive update
In September, Savannah DeMelo was taken by ambulance from a match against the Seattle Reign because of a medical emergency. Today, she has provided a positive update on her recovery: A little sneak peak to what the the last couple months have looked like… lots of appointments, hotels, road trips, wires, and cute pj gowns! […]
Defender Kaleigh Kurtz signs with Denver Summit FC after leaving North Carolina Courage in free agency
Defender Kaleigh Kurtz has joined the Denver Summit expansion team in free agency, signing a three-year contract through 2028. The Summit will play their first NWSL match in the spring. “Joining Denver Summit FC for its first season is an incredible opportunity,” said Kurtz. “This club’s vision, energy, and commitment to excellence really stood out […]
Washington Spirit breaks club record for fastest ever home semifinal sellout
The Washington Spirit are back in the semifinals, and their home match at Audi Field sold out in record time—just three days. Last year, the Spirit sold out “Rowdy Audi” for the semifinals in just 72 hours. This year, it took only 64 hours, breaking the club record. The match is the club’s fourth consecutive […]
Free agency roundup: Kaleigh Kurtz and Casey Murphy leave NC Courage, Hailie Mace leaves KC Current
Three big players have recently announced they will leave their clubs as free agents. Defender Kaleigh Kurtz will part ways with the NC Courage as a free agent. She has played eight seasons with the Courage since signing in 2018, and has been an integral part of the team. During her years with the Courage, […]
Official: Arthur Blank and Atlanta awarded the 17th NWSL team and latest expansion franchise
Today, it was made official that the city of Atlanta has been awarded the latest expansion franchise in the NWSL. The team is set to be owned by Arthur Blank and operated by AMB Sports and Entertainment which includes: Atlanta Falcons (NFL), Atlanta United (MLS) and Atlanta Drive Golf Club (TGL). According to multiple reports, […]
Liga MX Femenil playoffs quarter finals: Rayadas got humiliated, Licha Cervantes shone for Chivas, Cruz Azul made history and Tigres won by one
After eight games played in Liga MX Femenil playoff quarterfinals, we have the league’s four semifinalists! The quarterfinals didn’t disappoint one bit – with an underdog besting the reigning champions and keeping the league’s Golden Boot under control, heated matches, tons of goals and a heroine scoring two braces. Rayadas’ quarterfinals were a scandal The […]
2025 NWSL End-of-Year Awards Finalists Announced: MVP, Rookie, Goalkeeper, Defender,Midfielder, and Coach of the Year
After the conclusion of the preliminary voting consisting of players (50%), owners/GMs/coaches (25%), and media (25%), the finalists for the NWSL’s End-of-Year Awards have been announced. The final round has officially started and will now include the fan vote (10%) alongside players (40%), owners/GMs/coaches (25%), and media (25%). Would you like to vote? Be sure […]
2025 NWSL Playoffs: Portland Thorns vs San Diego Wave Availability Report
The Portland Thorns and San Diego Wave face off tomorrow with a spot in the final four on the line. However, in regard to availability, one side is way better off. Although Pietra Tordin is available, M.A. Vignola (ankle) and Valerin Loboa (knee) are both questionable for the home side. They will also be missing […]
2025 NWSL Playoffs: Kansas City Current vs NJ/NY Gotham FC Availability Report – Temwa Chawinga Questionable (hip) and Esther González Questionable (hip)
In the latest NWSL Availability Report, both superstars, Temwa Chawinga and Esther González are listed as questionable for the quarterfinal playoff match with hip injuries. The two MVP frontrunners have scored 15 goals and 13 goals on the season, respectively. They are the focal point of their team’s attacks and if both are available, could […]
My ballot for the 2025 NWSL end-of-year season awards
Voting for the best of the season is always hard. There were so many players who stood out and it’s always hard to pick just one but it was required. As our editor and All For XI site manager, Phuoc Nguyen, already mentioned, this is how votes are computed: Players (50%), Board/GMs/Head Coaches (25%), Media […]
2025 NWSL Playoffs: #4 Orlando Pride vs #5 Seattle Reign availability report
The Orlando Pride will take on the Seattle Reign with a spot in the semifinals up for grabs. The winner will face off against either Kansas City Current or NJ/NY Gotham FC. Kickoff is set for tonight at 8:00 PM EST at Inter & Co Stadium on Prime Video. Which team will be moving on? […]
Washington Spirit’s Trinity Rodman upgraded to questionable (knee) for NWSL playoff quarterfinal vs Racing Louisville
The Washington Spirit could have their superstar back for their first round match when they face off against Racing Louisville. Trinity Rodman has been upgraded to questionable (knee) which fits the three-week mark grade 1 MCL sprain diagnosis. Kickoff is set for Saturday, November 8 – 12:00 PM EST at Audi Field on CBS WASHINGTON […]
NWSL viewership is skyrocketing: ESPN ratings up 61% in 2025
The NWSL continues to grow in all aspects, viewership included. According to Nielsen Big Data+ Panel, ESPN has seen a 61% increase across all platforms — ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN+, Disney+, and ESPN Deportes — when it comes to the NWSL. So, while the 2024 season averaged 141,000 viewers, the 2025 season increased to 228,000. […]
2025 NWSL Playoffs: Predicting the next league champion
Today is the day! The NWSL Playoffs are finally here. Only eight teams remain, who will be the last one standing? Here are the four quarterfinal matchups with All For XI’s predictions. #4 Orlando Pride vs #5 Seattle Reign FC Previous Matchups: April 12 at Lumen Field (0-1 Orlando Pride win), November 2 at Inter […]
How I voted in the NWSL 2025 End-of-Year Awards: MVP, Rookie, Midfielder, Defender, Goalkeeper, and Coach of the Year
As part of championship week, this is the first time the NWSL’s End-of-the-Year awards will be a live event and air on ESPN2. The preliminary breakdown for this round is Players (50%), Board/GM’s/Head Coaches (25%), Media (25%). For the final round, the Fan Vote (10%) will open on Tuesday, November 10 with Players (40%), Board/GM’s/Head […]
Kansas City Current star and the Celly Queen Lo’eau LaBonta signs new contract through 2028
Today, the KC Current announced that Lo’eau LaBonta has signed a new three-year deal through the 2028 season. “Lo has been a staple of the Kansas City Current since the beginning, and we are excited to extend her time here,” said general manager Caitlin Carducci. “Her presence in training, in matches, in the locker room […]
USWNT’s Jaedyn Shaw signs contract extension with NJ/NY Gotham FC
Jaedyn Shaw has found her home in the NWSL. After being transferred from North Carolina Courage to NJ/NY Gotham FC in September for an NWSL intraleague-record of $1.25 million, she has signed a contract extension through the 2029 season, the club announced today. “I’m so excited to continue to give my all for this incredible […]
NWSL, NWSL Players Association, and Orlando Pride release statements in support of Barbra Banda
The NWSL and Orlando Pride both released statements in support of star forward Barbra Banda, who was recently named to the FIFPRO Best 11 and has been the subject of racist and transphobic attacks. The NWSL Player’s Association also released a statement condemning attacks on players. “Barbra Banda is a superb teammate, player and role […]
Liga MX Femenil: Buckle up, playoffs are set!
The 2025 Apertura tournament is in the books, and we have the eight teams that have qualified for Liguilla. Tigres finishes first It was a tight battle between Tigres and Pachuca until the end of the season to see who would finish on top. The Amazonians had to play Cruz Azul and both teams went […]
Get to know your 2025 NWSL Iron Women
The NWSL 2025 regular season is over, and while we await for MVP, Best XI, and end of year awards, we already know who the Iron Women are for this season. Seattle Reign’s Claudia Dickey Seattle’s No. 1 Claudia Dickey has played 2.340 minutes defending the club’s goal. She has a 75.2% success rate on […]
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