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Orlando Pride remains flexible as NWSL hopes to resume training in mid-May

The NWSL reportedly asked teams to return players to their markets by May 16 to prepare for a return to training.

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NWSL extends training moratorium through May 15

The pause in training was previously set to end on May 5.

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FIFA says support of women’s soccer will continue despite COVID-19 budget strain

FIFA said it is assessing the financial impact the pandemic is having on soccer worldwide, including the women’s game, and exploring ways to provide assistance

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Life without soccer: NWSL aims for return by end of June

Plus FC Dallas donates dinner to a local hospital, the USL launches its eCup on ESPN, a Philadelphia Union tests positive for coronavirus and Alex Morgan poses on the cover of Glamour.

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NWSL suspends training a week in wake of coronavirus pandemic

The league called for a pause in training for all clubs through March 22 and asked all players to remain in their respective markets during that time.

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U.S. Soccer, USWNT players deliver more jabs as equal pay litigation continues

On the eve of International Women’s Day and the Americans’ next match in the SheBelieves Cup, the U.S. Soccer Federation released a letter lobbying for support as it continues to fight an equal pay lawsuit.

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NWSL expansion team named Proof Louisville FC in nod to bourbon industry

Louisville will be hoping this ‘neat’ name comes with a ‘smooth finish’ in the NWSL.

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NWSL awards Louisville 2021 expansion team

The club will share an ownership group with USL Championship side Louisville City FC.

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NWSL moves slowly toward expansion during next three years

NWSL president Amanda Duffy: “We’ll be looking to expand at the right timeline and making sure that we have the right owners.”

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Amanda Duffy: NWSL embraces World Cup spotlight, isn’t rushing expansion

This year is big for women’s soccer. The World Cup kicks off in June, and the United States will fight to defend its 2015 title. The heightened focus and interest on the game during a World Cup year is something Amanda Duffy hopes to capitalize on while she continues to lead the growth of the […]