NWSL players demand more respect for women's sports amid playoff venue issuesPlayers from Gotham and Kansas City have called for women's sports to be better prioritized by stadium operators amid issues surrounding NWSL semifinal venues.
2026 NWSL playoffs: Matchups, schedule, where to watchThe NWSL will soon crown its next champion.
How the Utah Royals became an unlikely NWSL contenderWithout the star power or spending of their NWSL rivals, the Utah Royals have embraced a collective identity to become title underdogs this season.
Washington Spirit vs. Utah Royals - How to watch the NWSL semifinalsAfter losing last season's NWSL Championship to Gotham FC, Washington Spirit have an opportunity to book their place in the final again when they host Utah Royals at Audi Field.Ali Krieger previews the NWSL semifinals
Mandy McGlynn inspires Utah Royals upset over San Diego Wave in NWSL playoffsUtah 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.
San Diego Wave coach Jonas Eidevall staying positive despite NWSL playoffs exitSan 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 playoffsSan Diego Wave FC vs. Utah Royals - Game HighlightsWatch the Game Highlights from San Diego Wave FC vs. Utah Royals, 11/07/2026Angel City FC vs. Boston Legacy FC - Game HighlightsWatch the Game Highlights from Angel City FC vs. Boston Legacy FC, 11/02/2026
Gift Monday is searching for a NWSL championship, and Nigerian food, with the Boston LegacyGift Monday wants to help Boston Legacy challenge for an NWSL championship next season, after reaching the final with Washington Spirit in her first year in the league.San Diego Wave FC vs. Boston Legacy FC - Game HighlightsWatch the Game Highlights from San Diego Wave FC vs. Boston Legacy FC, 10/26/2026
Every NWSL team eliminated from playoffs: One offseason question to answerThe 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.Stories ESPN tags with Boston or Utah. Each opens on ESPN.