Utah Royals

Utah Royals

Every NWSL team eliminated from playoffs: One offseason question to answer Every NWSL team eliminated from playoffs: One offseason question to answer

The NWSL Championship is almost here -- and these teams won't be in it. ESPN breaks down every eliminated team's biggest offseason question to answer.

Ali Krieger previews the NWSL semifinals Ali Krieger previews the NWSL semifinals

Ali Krieger previews the NWSL semifinals

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San Diego Wave coach Jonas Eidevall staying positive despite NWSL playoffs exit San Diego Wave coach Jonas Eidevall staying positive despite NWSL playoffs exit

San Diego Wave coach Jonas Eidevall remained hopeful after an unexpected 1-0 loss at home to underdogs Utah Royals in the quarterfinal stage of the NWSL playoffs

Mandy McGlynn inspires Utah Royals upset over San Diego Wave in NWSL playoffs Mandy McGlynn inspires Utah Royals upset over San Diego Wave in NWSL playoffs

Utah Royals FC goalkeeper Mandy McGlynn twice shouted, "Why the f--- not us?!" in her team's postgame huddle on Friday night at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego. The message could be heard around the NWSL as the 2026 playoffs began with a major upset.

The 25 best NWSL players of 2026: The final ranking The 25 best NWSL players of 2026: The final ranking

The NWSL regular season is over, and now we can finally rank the best 25 players this year. Who's No. 1?

Why every playoff team will or won't win the NWSL Championship Why every playoff team will or won't win the NWSL Championship

The NWSL Playoffs are here! From star players to squad depth, to defensive flaws -- here's what could make or break every contender.

NWSL Power Rankings: Gotham FC claims No. 1 with first NWSL Shield NWSL Power Rankings: Gotham FC claims No. 1 with first NWSL Shield

There can only be one No. 1 in ESPN's NWSL Power Rankings, with Gotham FC adding yet more hardware to their trophy cabinet.

Everything at stake for NWSL Decision Day: Shield, playoff spots, hosting and more Everything at stake for NWSL Decision Day: Shield, playoff spots, hosting and more

The NWSL's Decision Day this season will be a big one! Here's everything that's at stake...

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