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@equalizersoccer.bsky.socialFrom @jennapel.bsky.social: two USWNT-Spain friendlies are behind us. Who stood out, and who maybe wishes things went a little differently?
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@equalizersoccer.bsky.socialJameese Joseph has committed to several more years with the Utah Royals after a midseason trade from Chicago, signing an extension through the 2029 NWSL season with a mutual option for 2030.
Keep up with our transfer and contract tracker ➡️ equalizersoccer.com/2026/06/16/n...
@equalizersoccer.bsky.socialU.S. Soccer is finally launching a national tournament that will bring together women’s soccer clubs from different divisions, from professional to amateur leagues, with today's announcement of the new Arthur M. Blank Crest Cup.
@equalizersoccer.bsky.socialWhat can we take away from the #USWNT's 2-2 draw against Spain on Tuesday? @casconearianna.bsky.social breaks down the ongoing lineup tinkering, major lingering defensive issues, and how the team thrives when playing direct in attack.
@equalizersoccer.bsky.social🇺🇸 🇪🇸 Spain got off to a hot start, but the #USWNT responded with two second-half goals to draw 2-2.
Check out our immediate recap of tonight's action, which included goals from Ashley Sanchez and Mallory Swanson!
@equalizersoccer.bsky.socialNEWS: Jordynn Dudley has been placed on the SEI list following a foot fracture:
@equalizersoccer.bsky.socialCheck out our new series from @evandavissports.bsky.social where we discuss how and why the eliminated teams got, well, eliminated.
First up: Chicago, Louisville, Boston, Bay:
@equalizersoccer.bsky.socialWhat separates the No. 1 team in the world from No. 2? The first #USWNT vs. Spain matchup indicates it's "the little details." Desiree Luo breaks down what the U.S. learned from this game and where head coach Emma Hayes and her players want to see improvement.
@equalizersoccer.bsky.socialThere were areas where the #USWNT were clearly not good enough on Saturday, but a lot of credit needs to go to Spain for their strong performance. @jennapel.bsky.social reports from D.C. on what both head coaches and players had to say after the game.
@equalizersoccer.bsky.socialIn the first of two friendlies against reigning World Cup champions Spain, the #USWNT lost 2-0, highlighting a stark difference in how clinical each team was with their goalscoring opportunities. Plus, Mallory Swanson and Ashley Sanchez made their first appearances since October 2024.
@uswnt.ussoccer.comReposted by @equalizersoccer.bsky.socialThe STARters in DC 👀 USWNT x The Home Depot
@equalizersoccer.bsky.socialJessica Berman, while speaking at a conference this week, indicated that the #NWSL wants to expand to 20 teams.
The league will feature 18 teams — with Columbus and Atlanta as the newcomers — by 2028, writes @rachaelkpalmer.bsky.social.
@equalizersoccer.bsky.socialPortland Thorns forward Sophia Wilson has been suspended for an additional game for the hair pull that saw her red-carded on Saturday. As a result, she will miss Portland's #NWSL matchups against Bay FC on Oct. 18 and North Carolina on Oct. 23.
@equalizersoccer.bsky.socialZambian forward Racheal Kundananji is joining the Stars! In Vlatko Andonovski's first big roster move as Chicago's Chief Soccer Officer, Bay FC is receiving a transfer fee of $700,000 in exchange for their all-time leading scorer.
@jeffkassouf.bsky.socialReposted by @equalizersoccer.bsky.socialU.S. Soccer has announced that midfielder Jaedyn Shaw "has left training camp for precautionary reasons due to a minor injury." Shaw was training with the U-23 #USWNT.
@equalizersoccer.bsky.socialA gift for Boston! 🎁
Gift Monday has been traded from the Washington Spirit to the Boston Legacy. Washington will receive $500K in transfer threshold funds.
@equalizersoccer.bsky.socialCece Delzer signed an extension with the Utah Royals through the 2028 #NWSL season!
Also today, the KC Current signed Avery Clark to a short-term contract through the end of the year.
Catch up with our Transfer Tracker!
@equalizersoccer.bsky.social🇺🇸 International break intrigue
💐 Flowers for Debinha
🏟️ Portland's home woes
Jenna Pel takes you through the various talking points throughout the #NWSL week!
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@equalizersoccer.bsky.socialThe Orlando Pride announced three additions to interim head coach Yolanda Thomas' technical staff on Tuesday — assistant coaches Mykell Bates and Lewis Amos, and goalkeeper coach Brian Periman.
@equalizersoccer.bsky.socialChicago made a massive move in hiring Vlatko Andonovski, but what is he working with and what will he be looking to do? @secondball.bsky.social analyzes how he has built his previous teams and what kind of players he could target to make the Stars shine again.
