The Equalizer

06/07/2026

The USWNT's loss to Brazil is nothing to fret about. But, as Emma Hruby explains, it might be time for Emma Hayes to finalize her starting XI.

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A 2-1 loss to Brazil is no cause for major concern, but it might signal that it's time for Hayes to find her starting XI.

06/05/2026

According to ESPN, the Gainbridge Super League is officially switching from a fall-to-spring calendar to a spring-to-fall calendar — the same as the .

The league is expected to make an announcement today, regarding the change.

➡️: https://equalizersoccer.com/quick-update/usl-super-league-switching-to-spring-fall-calendar-in-2027/

06/04/2026

Concern for Barbra Banda, the new-look North Carolina Courage, Racing Louisville's continuing struggles, and more talking points from Jenna Pel on matchweek 10 ⤵️

In Matchweek 10, the Portland Thorns and Utah Royals rode high while Racing Louisville continues to bellow at the bottom of the table. The North Carolina Courage enters a new stage of evolution, and Barbra Banda’s injury raises concerns for the Orlando Pride. The NWSL will now pause for a CBA-mand...

06/02/2026

🔒 Ryan Williams hits 50 consecutive starts in NC
🌹 Sophia Wilson one short of 50 career goals
👑 Utah extends unbeaten streak to 10

Dan Lauletta takes a look at different stats and minutiae after Week 10 of the 2026 season!

Ryan Williams, Kailen Sheridan and Evelyn Ijeh bringing consistency on both ends for North Carolina, and more stats and news updates from NWSL Week 10

06/01/2026

The have announced that Houston Dash goalkeeper Jane Campbell will join the national team in Brazil for its upcoming friendlies 🧤

She replaces injured goalkeeper Phallon Tullis-Joyce.

➡️: https://equalizersoccer.com/quick-update/uswnt-update-jane-campbell-to-replace-injured-phallon-tullis-joyce-in-brazil/

06/01/2026

❤️‍🩹 Fingers crossed for Barbra Banda
👑 🌹 Royals, Thorns entertain
🦇 Gotham bounces back in win

Dan Lauletta takes you through XI things from the 's Week 10 action!

Week 10 saw the Thorns and Royals put on a show, the Current and Legacy play the passive game, and a bittersweet weekend for Barbra Banda, who marveled with her play before leaving with an injury. Here are 11 thoughts from the weekend. We’ll do this every Monday following National Women’s Soccer...

05/29/2026

The NWSL may be taking a month-long break, but the league's presence will come through in its 'Summer of Soccer:'

The 'Summer of Soccer' will bring the NWSL to the country's biggest soccer market as the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup ensues

05/29/2026

From the dark days of Sky Blue to two Championships with Gotham FC, Mandy Freeman has seen it all and stuck around. Now in her 10th season in NJ/NY, she spoke with Jenna Tonelli about the hope that kept her there and the changes she's seen.

Freeman spoke to The Equalizer about her up and down journey with Gotham and the NWSL ahead of being honored Sunday

05/27/2026

"Dali’s [career] has been an unusual career trajectory."

In the latest Tactics Talk, Blair Newman breaks down how Kenza Dali, of the San Diego Wave FC, became one of the most important players.

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Thinking of the most significant moments in the National Women’s Soccer League in recent years, the 2024 signings of Barbra Banda and Temwa Chawinga by the Orlando Pride and Kansas City Current, respectively, are obvious. Both players were essential in turning solid contenders into winning machine...

05/27/2026

🇪🇸 Alexia Putellas has officially announced her departure from FC Barcelona. She was with the Spanish giant from 2012-26, recently winning the UEFA Champions League.

➡️: https://equalizersoccer.com/quick-update/alexia-putellas-announces-departure-from-fc-barcelona/