Chawinga pulls clear of Banda in NWSL Golden Boot race
African players continued to dominate the NWSL in August, with Kansas City Current's Temwa Chawinga began to pull away from still-unbeaten Orlando Pride's Barbra Banda in the Golden Boot race.
Dash name ex-Orlando GM Ustruck to advisor role
Former Orlando Pride general manager Erik Ustruck is leading the Houston Dash's player transactions in a consultant role as the NWSL team enters the free-agency period without a full-time general manager, multiple sources told ESPN.
Why the new CBA is eliminating player drafting in NWSL (1:49)
Players' boss: New NWSL deal a 'relief and joy'
NWSL players association executive director Meghann Burke said the new collective bargaining agreement with the NWSL bought "relief and joy."
Pride VP files FIFA grievance over Chanda injury
Orlando Pride general manager and vice president of soccer operations Haley Carter has filed a grievance with FIFA against the Football Association of Zambia on behalf of new signing Grace Chanda, ESPN confirmed.
FIFPRO maternity guide helps clubs follow policy
Global soccer players' union FIFPRO has launched a 48-page guide to help clubs navigate FIFA's maternity rules regarding pregnancy and post-childbirth playing careers.
Abby Dahlkemper joins Bay FC from San Diego
Bay FC acquired 2019 World Cup winner Abby Dahlkemper in a trade with San Diego Wave FC, the teams announced on Monday.
NWSL Power Rankings: Unbeaten Pride makes history, tightens grip on top spot
The Orlando Pride stays at the top of our NWSL Power Rankings this week after remaining unbeaten, while Houston and Utah continue to struggle.
Seattle Reign retire star Rapinoe's No. 15 jersey
The Seattle Reign retired former star Megan Rapinoe's No. 15 jersey and then capped the celebration with a 1-0 stoppage-time victory over the North Carolina Courage in the National Women's Soccer League on Sunday night.
Rapinoe: Seattle Reign jersey retirement 'means the world' (1:08)
Thompson double spoils Donovan's NWSL debut
Alyssa Thompson's first career brace lifted lift visiting Angel City to a 2-1 victory over the San Diego Wave to spoil Landon Donovan's debut as coach in the NWSL on Saturday.
Rehab, setbacks and long-buried grief: Press' transformative journey back from injury
For Christen Press, her two-year, quadruple-surgery road back to the soccer pitch wasn't just a physical battle, but an emotional one too.
New NWSL CBA drops draft, increases salaries
The NWSL and the NWSL Players Association announced they have agreed on a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) that is set to last through the 2030 season.
Dunn: Emma Hayes gets the best out of USWNT (1:06)
USWNT Big Board: After Olympic gold, a first look at the 2027 World Cup team
The USWNT just won gold at the Paris Olympics, but the build toward the 2027 World Cup begins. Here's a first look at that roster.
Why Landon Donovan is a 'good solution' for SD Wave (1:40)
Seven African footballers to watch on ESPN Africa this season
From household names to exciting up-and-comers, here are seven African stars to keep tabs on across ESPN's channels in Africa during the new 2024-25 season.
Donovan: Learning curve 'steep' at NWSL's Wave
San Diego Wave interim coach Landon Donovan knows he faces a "steep" learning curve when it comes to NWSL players and acknowledges that process will have to happen fast and on the job.
Landon Donovan named SD Wave interim coach
United States men's national team legend Landon Donovan was named as interim head coach of the San Diego Wave for the remainder of the 2024 NWSL season.
Katie Zelem swaps Manchester United for Angel City FC (0:51)
NWSL Standings
| TEAM | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando Pride | 18 | 13 | 5 | 0 | +23 | 44 |
| Washington Spirit | 18 | 12 | 2 | 4 | +17 | 38 |
| Kansas City Current | 18 | 10 | 5 | 3 | +14 | 35 |
| NJ/NY Gotham FC | 18 | 10 | 4 | 4 | +6 | 34 |
| North Carolina Courage | 18 | 9 | 1 | 8 | +3 | 28 |
| Portland Thorns FC | 18 | 8 | 3 | 7 | +3 | 27 |
| Chicago Red Stars | 18 | 7 | 2 | 9 | -2 | 23 |
| Bay FC | 18 | 7 | 0 | 11 | -8 | 21 |
| Angel City FC | 18 | 6 | 3 | 9 | -8 | 21 |
| Racing Louisville FC | 18 | 4 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 19 |
| Seattle Reign FC | 18 | 4 | 5 | 9 | -10 | 17 |
| San Diego Wave FC | 18 | 3 | 7 | 8 | -6 | 16 |
| Utah Royals | 18 | 4 | 3 | 11 | -17 | 15 |
| Houston Dash | 18 | 3 | 5 | 10 | -15 | 14 |