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Lynn Williams #6 of the United States controls the ball during the SheBelieves Cup game between Brazil and USWNT at Toyota Stadium on February 22, 2023 in Frisco, Texas.

What Is This USWNT Player’s Deal: Lynn Williams

Maitreyi Anantharaman

HARRISON, NJ - JULY 31: The digital signage shows the NWSL logo on it before the National Women's Soccer League match between NJ/NY Gotham FC and the Houston Dash at Red Bull Arena on July 31, 2022 in Harrison, New Jersey.

NWSL Report: With Great Power Came No Responsibility

Leo Baudhuin is a freelance journalist covering the Thorns and the NWSL. He&#8217;s also a known fan of soup, octopuses, and astrology.

Leo Baudhuin

Crystal Dunn And The Portland Thorns Just Need One More Moment

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Diana Moskovitz

San Diego Wave FC forward Alex Morgan (13) celebrates after scoring during the first half of the NWSL soccer game between NJ/NY Gotham FC and San Diego Wave FC on June 19, 2022 at Red Bull Arena in HArrison, NJ. Her arms are wide open, like an airplane, and she's smiling.

Alex Morgan Had A Year

The NWSL flag waves in the wind during the match between the Kansas City Current and the Chicago Red Stars on Saturday, June 18, 2022 at Childrens Mercy Park in Kansas City, KS.

Everything That Was Not Said In The NWSL’s Friday News Dump

Claire Watkins is a musician and writer living in Chicago, IL.

Claire Watkins

The logo for the NWSL's Chicago Red Stars. The Logo is dirty and shattered.

How The Chicago Red Stars Became The Epitome Of NWSL Dysfunction

Tom Ley

NWSL Report Reveals Systemic Abuse, Institutional Failures

Is This Magic, Or One Of The Worst Calls In History?

The United States celebrate a goal by Trinity Rodman #14 (C-R) during the second half against Uzbekistan at Subaru Park on April 12, 2022 in Chester, Pennsylvania.

Why Equal Pay For Equal Work Finally Became A Reality For The USWNT

Goalkeepers DiDi Haracic #13 and Brittany Isenhour #1 of Angel City FC wave to fans after defeating North Carolina Courage at Banc of California Stadium on April 29, 2022 in Los Angeles, California.

The Most Revolutionary Thing About Angel City FC Is It’s Fun

This NWSL Final Is The Result Of Knockout Soccer At Its Best

Kelsey McKinney

Washington Spirit players celebrate following a goal by Trinity Rodman #2 during the second half against the Houston Dash at Audi Field on October 31, 2021 in Washington, DC.

We Do Not Need Any New Chants!

NWSL Agrees To All Eight Player Demands After Season Of Tumult

The NWSL Was Working As Intended

Crystal Dunn #19 of the Washington Spirit celebrates with her teammates after her goal against the Western New York Flash during the first half of the 2016 NWSL Championship at BBVA Compass Stadium on October 9, 2016 in Houston, Texas.

NWSL Cancels Weekend’s Games In Wake Of Multiple Scandals

NWSL Players Association Calls For Investigation Into Coach’s Alleged Misconduct