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Leah Williamson's Triumphant Return in Arsenal's Victory

December 14, 2025

In a thrilling match on Saturday, Leah Williamson, the celebrated England captain, made her long-awaited return to the field for Arsenal. This was her first game since the Euro final in July. Williamson's comeback was a highlight of Arsenal's 3-1 win over Everton in the Women's Super League. The vic

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Atlanta's Big Bet on Women's Soccer: A New NWSL Team Joins the Game

November 12, 2025

Atlanta is getting a new soccer team, but not just any team. This one's for the NWSL, and it's a big deal. The league just gave the green light to a new team in Atlanta, set to start playing in 2028. They'll call Mercedes-Benz Stadium home, the same place where Atlanta United and the Falcons play.

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Why Women's Soccer Needs Goal-Line Technology

October 19, 2025

Women's soccer is growing fast, but it's still playing catch-up with the men's game. One big difference? Technology. Goal-line technology, to be exact. This tech helps referees make tough calls by showing if the ball fully crosses the line. It's used in men's soccer, but not in the Women's Champions

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Aitana Bonmatí: From Local Hero to Global Icon

July 5, 2025

In the small town of Sant Pere de Ribes, Spain, a mural captures the essence of Aitana Bonmatí's journey. It shows her holding a Ballon d’Or trophy, embracing her younger self, embodying the town's motto: "Win or learn. You never lose. " This phrase reflects Bonmatí's relentless spirit, which has pr

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Investing in Women's Sports: A New Wave of Support

May 23, 2025

The world of women's sports is getting a serious boost. Alexis Ohanian, a successful entrepreneur and co-founder of Reddit, has made a big splash by investing in women's soccer. He bought a piece of Chelsea FC Women, a top team in England. This move is part of a bigger trend where more people are

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Trinity Rodman's Triumphant Return

April 6, 2025

Trinity Rodman had a spectacular comeback to the US Women’s National Team. She scored a goal within just five minutes of the game against Brazil. This was her first international game since the Olympic gold medal match last year. She had been out for nearly eight months due to a back injury she sust

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Denver Wins Bid to Host New Women's Soccer Team

January 31, 2025

Denver is getting a new professional women's soccer team. At a recent event, the National Women's Soccer League announced that Denver would get their 16th franchise team. This team will begin playing in 2026. A key part of the deal is that Denver had to pay a record $110 million. This is pretty amaz

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Trinity Rodman's Surprise: Why Other Sports Pay More

December 24, 2024

Trinity Rodman, a young soccer star, had a moment of realization. She saw how much players in the NBA and NFL make, and it shocked her. It's not that she's not grateful for what she earns, but it made her think. Why do other sports pay so much more? It's not just about men's soccer making more money

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The Legend of Marta: How One Player Changed Women's Soccer

November 24, 2024

Imagine the journey of a soccer legend named Marta. She has played for nearly a decade with the Orlando Pride in the NWSL championship, which is happening this Saturday. Marta has won numerous awards and played in many big tournaments. She believes that the NWSL is the best soccer league in the worl

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Why Magic Johnson's Investment in the Washington Spirit is a Game Changer

October 16, 2024

Soccer star Croix Bethune is thrilled about the new investor joining the Washington Spirit – none other than basketball legend Magic Johnson. Johnson, known for his smart investments, is making waves in women's soccer, just like he did in other sports. His involvement brings major attention to the N