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NWSL teams can exceed cap by $1M for ‘high-impact players’
The NWSL introduced a new “High Impact Player Rule” on Tuesday that allows teams to exceed the salary cap by up to $1 million to help attract and retain star…
Spirit sign D Gabby Carle through 2029 season
Washington Spirit defender Gabby Carle signed a contract that extends through the 2029 season, the team announced on Tuesday. Financial terms were not disclosed by the team on the deal,…
Report: NWSL teams interested in USWNT’s Catarina Macario
Multiple NWSL clubs are preparing a push for Chelsea and United States Women’s National Team forward Catarina Macario, who can sign a pre-contract Jan. 1 ahead of her deal expiring…
Reports: Thorns F Sophia Wilson exercises record $1M option
Portland Thorns forward Sophia Wilson exercised her player option to return for the 2026 season on Wednesday. ESPN and Sportico reported that her option year is worth $1 million, giving…
Report: Boston Legacy sign GK Casey Murphy to $1.5M deal
Boston Legacy FC agreed to terms on a four-year, $1.5-million contract with goalkeeper Casey Murphy, ESPN reported Monday. The NWSL expansion club confirmed Murphy’s deal runs through the 2029 season,…
Gotham FC re-signs Midge Purce on one-year deal
Free-agent forward Midge Purce will return to Gotham FC on a one-year deal through 2026 after winning her second NWSL championship with the club this past season. Purce, 30, helped…
Report: NWSL board voting on higher salaries for stars
The NSWL Board of Governors is in “advanced discussions” on a proposal that would allow higher salaries for star players, ESPN reported. Team owners and league commissioner Jessica Berman are…
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