The game of women’s soccer isn’t just growing in the United States; it’s growing worldwide. To help grow the game overseas and support the United States’ diplomatic efforts, the U.S. Department of State has created the U.S. Soccer Sports Envoy.  They have various Sports Envoys who send athletes overseas to engage youth while also helping to promote peace. Each program is important to growing sports and helping create a bond between countries. Sports are a great way to bring people of all backgrounds together, and this program was created to do just that.  Embed from Getty Images The ..read more

The second leg of the Champions League semifinals is happening this weekend, and you can watch them for FREE with DAZN! Chelsea vs Barcelona will face each other again once more, along with another PSG and Olympique Lyonnaise match-off. The winners will advance to the final, which is set for May 25.    Game Details: Barcelona v Chelsea: Saturday, April 27th at 9:30 AM PT/12:30 PM ET PSG v Lyon: Sunday, April 28th at 7 AM PT/10 AM ET   CHELSEA VS BARCELONA – MATCH PREVIEW This match follows Chelsea’s remarkable 1-0 victory in Barcelona, which broke the Catalan club’s long-s ..read more

For over 25 years, soccer goals have become synonymous with memorable images of celebration. From the fun and silly to the solemn and proud, let’s take a look at some of the most memorable and historic goal celebrations in women’s soccer history.   10. Kelly Smith – 2007 Embed from Getty Images 2007 After 12 years of absence from the World Cup, England finally got its chance to return in 2007. After scoring the first of her two goals against Japan, Smith celebrated by taking off her boot and covering it with kisses. The game ultimately resulted in a draw, but the celebration became iconic ..read more

LOS ANGELES, April 23, 2024 – Girls Soccer Network (GSN) is thrilled to announce the launch of the fourth iteration of Soccerista United, the highly anticipated mentorship program for girls’ soccer players, set to kick off in May 2024. Soccerista United aims to empower the next generation of female athletes (Socceristas) by pairing them with elite college soccer player mentors (Squad Captains) from across the nation. The program offers a unique opportunity for young players to receive support, inspiration, and advice not typically covered in soccer practice from top-tier athletes currently com ..read more

I’ve said it once, and I’ll say it a thousand times: our keepers are the most unsung heroes of the game. For the U.S. side specifically, we’ve seen Alyssa Naeher do some spectacular things during PKs on both sides of the ball. Goalkeeping has changed so much, both as a position and in the public eye, over the last few decades. The evolution of goalkeeping doesn’t get enough buzz, so let’s change that. Being a keeper was a strict and rigid position back in the day. There were rules dictating how and how much a keeper could interact with the ball and how far off the line they were allowed to com ..read more

Between the NWSL and Women’s Champions League Semifinals, we’ve been spoiled with some incredibly entertaining matches over the last week. Lyon and PSG battled for French supremacy, and recent European rivals Chelsea and Barcelona met once again to settle the score. The NWSL had 27 total goals scored across the league, which is great for attracting more fans to this game we love. It was tough to whittle it down to a few, but here are your Top 5 Goals from the NWSL Matchweek 5 and the Women’s Champions League Semifinals.  5. Amel Majri – Lyon ? MAGICAL MAJRI ? Lyon complete the comeback ..read more

Is there anything more nerve-wracking for a young soccer player than trying out for a new club? Between choosing where to play, preparing for tryouts, and trying to make a good first impression, the entire experience is a lot of pressure. As if the pressure to perform at your very best wasn’t enough, on top of all that, you have to worry about whether or not your potential new teammates will welcome you with open arms. Luckily, if this is something you’re going through right now, know that you aren’t alone. Trying out for a new club and all the pressures that go along with it is something ..read more

The NWSL action this week was a joy to watch. There were a ton of stunning goals and plenty of trade and transfer chaos. Internationally, the UEFA Women’s Champions League completed Leg 1 of the semifinals. Keep reading for this week’s women’s soccer news recap.    High of the Weekend  ALYSSA NAEHER JERSEY SOLD OUT IN UNDER 3 HOURS ? The @NWSL announced goalkeeper jerseys would be available to purchase today and fans sold out @AlyssaNaeher's Chicago Red Stars replica jersey faster than a last-minute penalty (save or kick ?)? Via: @itsmeglinehan ❤️ pic.twitter.com/Dw7IJRn6j2 ..read more

Alexia Putellas vs. Catarina Macario Lindsey Horan vs Korbin Albert and Eva Gaetino. Yes, these are two epic matchups that you don’t want to miss this Saturday, and what’s better: you can watch them for FREE with DAZN.  FC Barcelona will take on Chelsea FC in the first leg of the UEFA Women’s Champions League, while Olympique Lyonnais will go up against the other French powerhouse, Paris Saint-Germain Feminine. With powerhouse stars like Alexia Putellas and Aitana Bonmatí, who recently won the 2023 Ballon d’Or, Barcelona could be seen as a favorite. Chelsea has been missing attacking star ..read more

The new NWSL season brought back the excitement that the league always delivers. Some teams have been struggling since the beginning of the season, while others are having the time of their lives, like Kansas City Current. Sitting at the top of the table, the team has had a lot to be proud of in the last couple of weeks. Their youngest signee, 16-year-old Alex Pfeiffer, has a few things to celebrate, including becoming the youngest NWSL goalscorer. Here’s what you should know about the young star.   How It All Began for Alex Pfeiffer Last year, KC Current announced signing the then-15-yea ..read more