UPCOMING GAMES

WOMEN’S CHAMPIONS LEAGUE

SEPTEMBER 4TH

Atletico Madrid v Rosenborg 7am

Ajax v Kolos Kovalivka 8am

Eintracht Frankfurt v Sporting CP 10am

Benfica v Nordsjaelland 11am

Arsenal v Rangers 2:30pm

Check out more UWCL matches here.

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UPCOMING GAMES

U-20 WOMEN’S WORLD CUP

SEPTEMBER 2ND

Japan v New Zealand 4pm

Costa Rica v Austria 9pm

SEPTEMBER 3RD

France v Brazil 4pm

Columbia v Cameroon 9pm

SEPTEMBER 4th

Germany v Nigeria 4pm

Morocco v USA 9pm

SEPTEMBER 5TH

Mexico v Columbia 4pm

Fiji v France 9pm

Check out the rest of the fixtures here.

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UPCOMING GAMES

NWSL

SEPTEMBER 6TH

Angel City v Seattle Reign 10pm

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UPCOMING GAMES

USL

SEPTEMBER 6TH

Carolina Ascent v Ft. Lauderdale 7:30pm

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POST OF THE WEEK 📱

Don’t tell these boys women can’t be role models!

NWSL NEWS

⤴️ In Transition

Houston Dash’s front office 🏢 is going through a rollercoaster ride with more plot twists than a soap opera! With no permanent GM since Alex Singer’s July exit and no head coach in sight since June, the Dash have turned to former Orlando Pride GM Erik Ustruck as their “interim” fixer. Tasked with guiding the team through the NWSL’s tricky free agency period, Ustruck already made waves by locking down center-back Paige Nielsen until 2028, a move that’s arguably the Dash’s best defensive play this season—on or off the field.

The Dash, currently hanging out in 13th place, have been searching for stability like a needle in a haystack. Their tumultuous history includes just one playoff appearance in the last decade and a coaching carousel that’s spun through six different names. President Jessica O’Neill didn’t mince words about the need for change, citing “soccer decisions” ⚽️as the reason behind Singer’s firing. Meanwhile, Ustruck, with his Orlando Pride experience, has been roped in to help steer this sinking ship through the murky waters of free agency.

The Dash recently topped 🔝 the league with 12 potential free agents—though Nielsen’s re-signing gives them a glimmer of hope. Meanwhile, U.S. international keeper Jane Campbell is sticking around, but star winger María Sánchez flew the coop, heading to San Diego in a trade that left everyone scratching their heads. As the Dash prepare to face the Utah Royals, they’ll be hoping for more stability and fewer “isolated incidents” as they try to climb back into playoff contention.

NWSL NEWS

🌇 It’s A New Dawn

Washington Spirit owner Michele Kang and Dawn Scott, a seasoned expert in female athletic health, are on a mission to redefine the game—literally. Their project, Kynisca, aims to create the “global blueprint for female athlete support,” moving away from outdated training models designed for men. Scott, who’s made a name for herself with the USWNT and England’s Lionesses, has helped build the Spirit’s Performance, Medical, and Innovation (PMI) department—a cutting-edge team focused on maximizing player performance through a comprehensive, female-specific approach.

The PMI team operates like a well-oiled machine, tailoring everything from mental performance to injury rehab to each player’s needs. They’re obsessed with data—tracking everything from sleep patterns to menstrual cycles—to keep players in peak condition. It’s not just about physical fitness; mental resilience is equally prioritized, with individualized training for different positions.

But it’s not all science and stats. The Spirit’s players have started to take ownership of their health and performance, fully buying into the PMI’s philosophy. And while the department’s success has been groundbreaking, they’re not resting on their laurels—constant self-improvement is the name of the game.

This female-focused, innovative approach isn’t just changing the game for the Spirit; it’s setting a new standard for how female athletes should be trained and cared for globally. The Spirit is proving that when you “train women as women,” the results are nothing short of world-class.

CONCACAF NEWS

🌏Club World Cup

The 2024/25 Concacaf W Champions Cup is here, and the stage is set with some of the best women’s clubs across North America, Central America, and the Caribbean. With rosters packed with talent, including 20 players fresh from the Paris 2024 Olympics, this tournament is your front-row seat to elite women’s football.

The competition is intense—clubs have registered up to 35 players, and there’s no turning back once the lists are set. Only 23 can make the cut for each match, with just 44 hours to finalize those lineups. The group stage promises to be a battle, with each team playing four matches. The stakes? A shot at advancing to the semifinals and eventually punching a ticket to the first-ever FIFA Women’s Club World Cup in 2026.

Get ready for the action-packed matchdays coming up:

• Wednesday, Sept. 4

Santa Fe vs. Vancouver Whitecaps, 8 p.m. (CBS Sports Golazo Network)

Portland Thorns vs. Club America, 10 p.m. (CBS Sports Golazo Network)

• Thursday, Sept. 5

Alajuelense vs. NJ/NY Gotham FC, 8 p.m. (Paramount+)

Monterrey vs. Frazsiers Whip, 10 p.m. (Paramount+)

With matches airing on CBS Sports and Paramount+, you’ve got no excuse to miss the action. As the only pathway to the FIFA Women’s Club World Cup, this tournament is where dreams are made—or crushed.

NWSL NEWS

✈️ Ayane’s Arrival

The Chicago Red Stars have spiced up their roster by signing Moroccan international forward Rosella Ayane on loan from Tottenham Hotspur, just in time for the NWSL playoff push. Ayane, who’s been making waves 🌊 in the Women’s Super League with 12 goals in 97 appearances, brings her experience from top clubs like Chelsea, Everton, and Bristol City to the Windy City. The forward, who swapped her England youth caps for a Moroccan senior debut in 2021, scored a memorable goal within a minute of her international debut. With 10 goals 🥅 in 30 caps, including two in Morocco’s historic run to the 2022 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations final, Ayane is ready to bring some of that magic to Chicago. As she eagerly joins the Red Stars, fans can look forward to seeing her in action as the team battles Angel City FC on September 1.

WSL NEWS

🚊Raso To The Spurs

Tottenham Hotspur has added some Aussie firepower to their squad with the signing of Hayley Raso, who joins on a two-year deal after leaving Real Madrid. Raso, known for her pace and relentless energy, becomes Tottenham’s fifth signing of the summer. With 82 caps and 19 goals for Australia, she’s no stranger to the big stage, having recently played a key role in the Matildas’ journey to the World Cup semi-finals.

Raso is excited to return to the Women’s Super League (WSL), where she previously played for Everton and Manchester City, and expressed her admiration for Tottenham’s facilities and staff. She’ll don the number eight shirt as she looks to boost Spurs’ attack in their quest to improve on last season’s sixth-place finish. Meanwhile, as Raso arrives, it seems Spurs are set to say goodbye to Norwegian winger Celin Bizet, who’s on the verge of joining Manchester United for a modest £60,000 fee.

Tottenham fans will have to wait until September 22 to see Raso in action, as Spurs face league newcomers Crystal Palace in what could be a debut to remember.

📚 Football Lexicon

What is stoppage time?

Imagine waking up to the headline "USWNT Win World Cup in Stoppage Time!" and wondering what "stoppage time" means. In football, stoppage time is the extra minutes added by the referee at the end of each half to make up for delays like injuries, substitutions, or time-wasting. It ensures the game is fair by giving players the full playing time, often leading to thrilling, last-minute goals that can change the outcome of a match.

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