Plus a look at how D.C. United is staying fit, a rewind to Diego Fagúndez’ first goal and an introduction to the new NWSL players’ association representatives.
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The board will represent all non-allocated players in the league throughout a critical season for the NWSL.
The league announced it will delay the start of the 2020 season, but has not set a date for season opening matches yet.
Melbourne City will take on Sydney FC in the Australian W-League final early Saturday morning in a match that will feature nine NWSL players.
FIFA holds a conference call to discuss coronavirus, MLS players continue the #StayAtHomeChallenge, and Heather O’Reilly discusses the equal pay lawsuit.
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CDC issues guidance on mass gatherings that could shut down MLS, NWSL and USL for 2 months
The new guidelines directly name sporting events as the type of mass gatherings to halt during the next eight weeks.
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.
The league suspended training for two days in order to provide more time to assess future plans for club activity.
The clubs are in agreement with the league’s decision as the season’s April 18 start date approaches
National Women’s Soccer League has not announced any changes to season openers currently scheduled for April