How Denver landed NWSL franchise to bring women’s professional sports back to Colorado
For Denver FC’s grassroots movement to rally the city around a bid for an NWSL paid off this month, when the league awarded Denver its 16th team, set to begin play in 2026.
Passing on Cincinnati, NWSL officially makes Denver the league's 16th franchise
NWSL officials on Thursday announced that Denver will onboard as the league's 16th franchise, with the city set to begin on-field play in 2026. The announcement followed more than a month of reporting and anticipation that pointed to Denver winning the bid over Cincinnati and Cleveland, the other finalist cities.
Denver’s NWSL team to introduce pro women’s soccer to Mile High City
The first professional women's sports team in a major national league will soon call Denver home as the National Women's Soccer League, NWSL, announced its newest team will set up shop in the Mile High City.
National Women's Soccer League awards Denver the league's 16th professional franchise
The National Women's Soccer League officially announced the creation of a new team in Denver on Thursday. The franchise will begin play in the 2026 season. "I have the great honor of awarding the 16th NWSL franchise to the city of Denver,
NWSL launches franchise in Denver, and fans of women's soccer are excited
The National Women's Soccer League officially announced the creation of a new team in Denver on Thursday. The franchise will begin play in the 2026 season.
Denver awarded NWSL’s 16th franchise at record $110 million expansion fee
On Thursday, the National Women’s Soccer League awarded Denver the league’s 16th franchise at a record $110 million expansion fee, according to a person familiar with the deal, who spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss nonpublic details.
NWSL picks Denver for 16th women's soccer franchise
The National Women's Soccer League officially awarded its 16th franchise to Denver, with play set to begin in 2026, the league announced Thursday. The team's name, colors, brand identity and crest will be revealed later.
Denver team to join NWSL in 2026 after official unveiling
Denver was officially announced as the NWSL's 16th team on Thursday and will begin play in 2026. The ownership group is led by Rob Cohen, the chairman and CEO of IMA Financial Group, who will serve as controlling owner.
Denver to join NWSL in 2026 after franchise award
Denver, Colorado has become the latest city to benefit from the National Women's Soccer League's rapid expansion after being awarded a franchise on Thursday that will join the NWSL in the 2026 season.
Would-be pro soccer players navigate NWSL futures without a college draft
Players and teams alike are navigating the first season in the National Women's Soccer League without a college draft.
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Denver officially chosen as home for new National Women's Soccer League team, set to start playing next year
The National Women's Soccer League announced that Denver will soon be home to a women's professional soccer team, and there ...
The Force in Women’s Sports That’s Even More Powerful Than Caitlin Clark
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Carli Lloyd to reunite with former USWNT team-mates in The Soccer Tournament
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US national team veteran Crystal Dunn joins Paris Saint-Germain
U.S. national team veteran Crystal Dunn has signed with Paris Saint-Germain through the 2027 season. The move comes less than ...
Denver chosen as home for new National Women's Soccer League team
The National Women's Soccer League announced that Denver will soon be home to a women's professional soccer team, and there ...
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New Denver soccer team highlights growing enthusiasm in women's sports
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January transfer window: Grading big signings in women's soccer
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