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NWSL expansion sides suffer defeats in season debuts
The 2026 NWSL season kicked off in the United States on Saturday, March 14, with two expansion teams making their league debuts — Boston Legacy and Denver Summit. Neither side, however, celebrated a first victory, and both finished their matches with ten players.
Denver opened their campaign away at Bay FC, but their task became much harder in the 27th minute when former Louisville player Janine Sonis was shown a red card.
Boston, meanwhile, had the advantage of playing at home but faced defending champions Gotham FC in their season opener. Gotham began their title defence with a win thanks to a goal from Esther González.
The Hidden Opponent: Endometriosis in Women’s Football
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month, a condition that is frequently discussed in the world of women’s football. Many footballers who suffer from this disease are very open about it, sharing their experiences. What is it like to live with such a painful condition while also being a professional athlete, where your body is expected to perform at its peak?
QB weekly: 9. - 15. 3. 2026
The international break is over and women’s football is back in full swing. England and France now have their domestic cup winners, the Asian Cup has decided the teams heading to the World Cup, the NWSL has returned, and Borussia Dortmund is making big plans for the future.
Together for years, apart at last: The Holmgaard twins’ football story
Our Twin Stories section usually looks at pairs from the world of women’s football who share something in common or whose careers are closely connected. This time, though, the link is far more literal. Karen and Sara Holmgaard are identical twins, Denmark internationals who until recently even played for the same club.
An emotional goodbye: Guro Reiten leaves Chelsea after seven years for NWSL champions
Few saw this coming. On March 12, 2026, Guro Reiten announced through tears that she is leaving Chelsea, the club she has played for since 2019. The Norway international will now join NY Gotham FC, who begin the new NWSL season as defending champions.
Madelen Janogy’s future remains purple after signing new Fiorentina deal
Sweden international Madelen Janogy will remain in Italy with purple future. She has extended her contract with Fiorentina, the club she joined in 2024 from swedish side Hammarby in Damallsvenskan, until 2028.
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The European Cup is approaching — and we have something special for you!You now have the chance to win VIP tickets to the semi-final through our Instagram giveaway. The rules are simple — here’s how to enter:
Her Hardest Saves Came Off the Pitch: The Story of Ann-Katrin Berger
Ann-Katrin Berger has lifted trophies with her clubs and won Olympic bronze with Germany. But the defining moments of her life did not come in stadiums — they came in a battle she fought twice, and won.
